6 bed detached house for sale

Ordaal House, Unst, Shetland ZE2

Reference - KA0673

Welcome to Ordaal House

Presenting Ordaal House, a substantial four-bedroom detached house with a two-bedroom annex attached, situated on the scenic island of Unst.

The main house's living areas include a lounge with fireplace, family room, kitchen, and a large sun room. The main house features four large double bedrooms, in addition to two well-equipped bathrooms. The interior of the main house is complete with a study and excellent storage. The annex includes an open-plan kitchen/lounge, two bedrooms, and a bathroom. The dwelling features double-glazed windows and an oil-fired central heating system.

Externally, the home sits on an excellent plot, including large, well-maintained gardens surrounding the house, a private driveway, and further outbuildings included.

Location

The home is situated in Baltasound on the scenic island of Unst, to the north of Shetland. The property is just a short drive from Belmont Ferry Terminal, providing transport links.

Unst hosts a range of picturesque coastal walks, well-renowned beaches, and an abundance of local wildlife. The island is home to a welcoming and friendly community, along with a range of nearby amenities including Baltasound Junior High School, two local shops, a bakery, a leisure centre, a public hall, a doctor's surgery, and local cafes including Da Otter's Neuk and Final Checkout Cafe.

Accommodation

Main House

Upon entering the accommodation through the hallway connecting the main body of the home, to the left is the spacious lounge. The lounge offers traditional features including a fireplace and mantel, tasteful cornicing, and large windows. The family room is also of an excellent proportion, featuring ample floor space to accommodate furnishings and a fireplace with mantel.

The kitchen is well presented, fitted with a range of wall and base-mounted units, excellent countertop space, and tasteful doors and tiling.

The ground floor boasts a large sun room, equipped with large windows allowing natural light to flood the space, and external access. This level is complete with a large study and excellent storage.

The first floor is connected by a large landing, providing access to four double bedrooms on this level. All of the bedrooms offer ample floor space to accommodate a double bed and furnishings, with two of the bedrooms being enhanced by built-in wardrobes. The four-piece family bathroom is well equipped, featuring a clawfoot bath, shower cubicle, W.C., and hand basin. This level is complete with a further bathroom featuring a large corner bath, W.C., and hand basin, along with excellent storage situated on the landing.

Annex

The annex is accessible through the sun room of the main house, where you enter a lounge and kitchen/diner. The lounge is well proportioned, offering ample space to accommodate furnishings. The kitchen/diner is well equipped, fitted with a range of wall and base-mounted units, generous countertop space, and room to accommodate a dining table.

Upstairs there are two bedrooms, one of which is a particularly generous principal room. The bathroom is also situated on this level, fitted with a shower cubicle, W.C., and hand basin.

The annex has been operating as a well renowned self catering business for a number of years.

The house is equipped with an oil-fired central heating system with a newly installed boiler & oil tank and double-glazed windows throughout.

External Features

Externally, the home sits on an excellent plot, including a private driveway, beautifully kept substantial gardens with surrounding shrubbery, and outbuildings including a large workshop/store, garden shed & store shed.

Early viewing is highly recommended.