Key details
- 2 Reception Rooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Council Tax Band: E
- Energy Efficiency: D (59)
Overview
17a Twageos Road is a stunning, four bedroom, semi-detached house, enjoying magnificent views over Lerwick Harbour and across to Bressay: a perfect vantage point from which to observe shipping arriving in Lerwick, sailing and wildlife. Set in a walled garden, in a prime shore-side position at the south end of Twageos Road, it sits within easy walking distance of Commercial Street and the small boat harbour
This double-glazed, family accommodation is arranged over three floors and comprises of four bedrooms, a kitchen / dining room, a spacious living room with spectacular views, a dining / 2nd reception room, a family bathroom, a shower room and a large store.
Heating is provided by electric storage heaters.
The property has enclosed gardens to the front and rear. The front garden benefits from a sunny south-west-facing aspect, while the rear garden opens to stunning sea views with direct access to the shore, perfect for enjoying Shetland’s natural beauty.
This exceptional family home is situated in one of Lerwick’s most desirable locations. Early viewing is highly recommended.
Accommodation
The spacious, generously proportioned accommodation is arranged over three floors, entry being via a conservatory on the south-west side of the house with an inner door opening to the open hall with access to the living room, two bedrooms and the family bathroom.
When you enter the hall, just ahead is the bright, well-proportioned, carpeted living room with a large window enjoying the superb views across to Bressay.
Bedroom 1 is a good-sized, carpeted double bedroom which has a sink set in handy storage below and also benefits from the great sea views.
Bedroom 2, also carpeted, enjoys a south-westerly aspect and looks out over the front garden.
The family bathroom comprises of a white WC and wash hand basin set in a run of cabinets with extra cabinets above, allowing lots of storage space, along with a bath and separate shower. Tile effect vinyl flooring and a heated towel rail.
The downstairs was converted from a basement garage into a kitchen / dining room, a separate dining / 2nd reception room and a huge store.
The kitchen / dining room is a great area with ample units and worktop space along with a breakfast bar, an inset 1 ½ sink, integral dishwasher, space for a washing machine and fridge. There is access onto the patio at the rear garden. Wood effect laminate flooring.
The store is accessed via the kitchen / dining room and provides excellent additional storage space.
The separate carpeted dining / 2nd reception room has a dual aspect making the room feel bright and airy.
Upstairs is the remaining accommodation, two double bedrooms and the shower room.
Bedroom 3 is a spacious, carpeted room benefitting from three built-in cupboards offering plenty of storage along with a window overlooking the stunning view.
Bedroom 4, also carpeted, is a good-sized room overlooking Bressay.
The shower room comprises of a white WC and wash hand basin set in a run of cabinets and a shower. Wood effect vinyl flooring and a heated towel rail.
Rooms Sizes (All approximate)
On the Mezzanine Floor:-
Living Room
5.05m x 4.7m (16’6” x 15’5”)
Bedroom 1
3.85m x 3.5m (12’7” x 11’5”)
Bedroom 2
3.45m x 2.3m extending to 3.75m (11’3” x 7’6” / 12’3”)
Family Bathroom
3.65m x 1.75m (11’11” x 5’8”)
On the Ground Floor:-
Kitchen / Dining Room
4.8m x 4.6m (15’8” x 15’1”)
Dining / 2nd Reception Room
3.8m x 3.7m (12’5” x 12’1”)
Store
8.65m x 1.7m (28’4” x 5’6”)
On the First Floor:-
Bedroom 3
4m x 3.5m (13’1” x 11’5”)
Bedroom 4
4.35m x 3.85m (14’3” x 12’7”)
Shower Room
2.6m x 1.8m (8’6” x 5’10”)
External
The property has walled gardens to the front and rear. The front garden benefits from a sunny south-west-facing aspect, while the rear garden opens to stunning sea views with direct access to the shore, perfect for enjoying Shetland’s natural beauty.
Council Tax
Understood to currently be Band E. Prospective purchasers should however contact Shetland Islands Council directly for confirmation. Council Tax Bands may be reassessed by the Joint Valuation Board when a property is sold. Details of Council Tax rates can be found on Shetland Island Council’s website at:
https://www.shetland.gov.uk/council-tax/council-tax-charges-bands
Property location
The property is located on the south side of Twageos Road, number 17 is the third property on the right after the turn left to Gressay Loan.
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Important Information for Prospective Purchasers
This schedule is intended only to help you decide whether to view the property. We always recommend you view the property personally.
The information is believed to be correct, but it is not warranted and is not to form part of any contract of sale. All dates, distances, areas and room sizes noted are approximate and for use as a general guide only. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the working condition or otherwise of any equipment such as central heating or kitchen appliances.
This schedule should not be taken as a comment on the condition of the property. This is a matter for your surveyor and we recommend that once you have found a property you are interested in, you obtain a survey report. We can provide details of surveyors if required.
Interested parties are advised to note their interest through their solicitor as soon as possible so that they can be informed if a closing date is fixed. Noting interest does not place any obligation on the seller to set a closing date or to give any noted interests the opportunity to offer. Whilst every effort will be made to advise noted interests of any closing date set, this cannot be guaranteed.
No responsibility will be accepted for expenses incurred by parties who have noted interest but do not get an opportunity to offer, or for any expenses incurred traveling to properties which have been sold or withdrawn.
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