3 bed detached house for sale

Drill Cottage, Balfour, Shapinsay, Orkney KW17

K Allan Properties is delighted to present Drill Cottage to the market.

Located on the beautiful island of Shapinsay, this detached 3 bedroom cottage includes approximately 3 acres of land, a hosted wind turbine, a large garage, small shed and a polycrub. There are stunning panoramic views over the sea to the mainland and North Isles.

This cosy home benefits from modern, infra red heating and a multi fuel stove. The property features quality finishes throughout with a combination of wooden and flagstone floors, stylish bathrooms and a modern country kitchen with ample units and a range style cooker.

A dry stone dyke encloses the garden and another dyke runs the full length of the property on the sea side.

Accommodation comprises a dual aspect double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with separate shower, comfortable dual aspect living room with multi fuel stove, spacious sun room which makes the most of the panoramic views, laundry room, second bedroom, beautifully appointed kitchen, rear bedroom with spectacular views and a bathroom.
Drill Cottage offers comfortable living with all modern conveniences in a traditional cottage in a spectacular setting.
Shapinsay can be reached by a regular ferry service from Kirkwall and also benefits from an on- call, out of hours ferry service. Residents of Shapinsay can commute to the Orkney mainland daily. There is a primary school, well stocked shop, heritage centre and cafe, bird reserve and a wealth of wildlife.

Services

Water - Mains
Electricity - Mains
Drainage - Septic Tank
Heating - Infrared heating
Multi-fuel Stove in living room
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Watergate
Kirkwall
KW15 1PD

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