Key details
- 1 Reception Room
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Council Tax Band: A
- Energy Efficiency: E (50)
Overview
‘Baltaview’ is a two bedroom detached property set in around an acre site conveniently situated by the Junior High School, leisure centre / swimming pool at Baltasound on the island of Unst, Britain’s most northerly inhabited island.
This double-glazed property comprises of two double bedrooms, a kitchen / diner, a living room, a shower room and a store.
The property is heated by Dimplex Quantum and panel heaters.
Externally, the property sits in a large site measuring around an acre, it benefits from a chipped, low-maintenance area offering plenty of parking.
All furniture is available separately.
General Information
‘Baltaview’ is situated at Baltasound which lies in the middle of the island of Unst, Britain’s most northerly inhabited island, on the east side of the island. Although measuring just 12 miles long by about 5 miles wide and having a population of only around 600, the islanders enjoy a range of amenities beyond what might be expected given the remote location, these mostly being situated in Baltasound, the main settlement, and including several local shops and a post office, the island’s Junior High School (nursery, primary & secondary education to year 4), a church, leisure centre and swimming pool, health centre, garage with fuel pumps, and a pier / marina.
There are many places of interest on the island making it a popular tourist destination, in particular Hermaness National Nature Reserve, the Keen of Hamar Reserve, historic Muness Castle as well as a heritage centre and boat haven at Haroldswick. There are also fine beaches at Norwick, Skaw, Sandwick, Westing & Burrafirth, plus a number of sites of archaeological interest. Unst celebrates Up Helly Aa and ‘UnstFest’ annually and there is a new Space Port at the north end of the island.
A regular ro-ro ferry service connects Unst with Mainland Shetland via the neighbouring island of Yell, ferries running throughout the day from the terminal at Belmont at the south end of the island to Gutcher on Yell (10 minute crossing) and then from Ulsta at the south end of Yell to Toft on Mainland Shetland (20 minute crossing), Toft being situated about 27 miles north of Lerwick, Shetland’s capital which can be reached in a couple of hours or so.
Additional information on the island of Unst can be found at:-
https://www.shetland.org/visit/plan/areas/unst
The Shetland Islands themselves, the most northerly part of the United Kingdom, are located approximately 200 miles north of Aberdeen and 200 miles west of Bergen, Norway. A daily overnight ferry service operated by Northlink Ferries (https://www.northlinkferries.co.uk) runs from Lerwick to Aberdeen, whilst Loganair (https://www.loganair.co.uk) operates flights from Sumburgh at the south end of Shetland to Inverness, Aberdeen, Edinburgh & Glasgow. Shetland residents are currently entitled to discounted ferry and air fares.
With over 100 islands of which 15 are inhabited, Shetland is home to around 23,000 people and offers a vibrant and safe community enjoying dramatic and unspoilt scenery and an abundance of wildlife. Considerable press coverage and TV exposure in recent years, in particular the ‘Shetland’ TV detective series, and numerous wildlife programmes, has made the islands an increasingly popular and well-known visitor destination.
Accommodation
Entry to the property is via the front door opening to the vestibule with plenty of space for coats & shoes with a shelved cupboard housing the hot water tank and electric meter. Dark grey tile effect vinyl flooring.
The inner door leads to the hallway to the living room, kitchen and store. Dark grey effect vinyl flooring.
The bright living room benefits from a dual-aspect with south and east-facing views, and a multi-fuel stove offers a cosy alternative heat source. A handy shelved cupboard provides additional storage space. Wood effect vinyl flooring.
The generous kitchen also benefits from a dual-aspect with east and west-facing views and has fitted units with black worktops, inset sink, shelving, space for a cooker, a fridge / freezer and a washing machine. Dark grey effect vinyl flooring.
The store offers a great storage space and also has potential to be converted into a utility room.
The shower room is located off the vestibule and comprises of a white WC, a sink and a shower. Dark grey tile effect vinyl flooring.
Upstairs you will find the two spacious, carpeted double bedrooms, both enjoying an east-facing view.
Rooms Sizes (All approximate)
On the Ground Floor:-
Kitchen / Diner
4.05m x 3.3m (13’3” x 10’9”)
Living Room
4.05m x 3.15m (13’3” x 10’4”)
Shower Room
3.5m x 1.65m (11’5” x 5’4”)
Store
2.5m x 1.6m (8’2” x 5’2”)
On the First Floor:-
Bedroom 1
4.05m x 3.6m (13’3” x 11’9”)
Bedroom 2
4.05m x 4.25m (13’3” x 13’11”)
External
The property sits in a large site measuring around an acre, it benefits from a chipped, low-maintenance area offering plenty of parking.
Council Tax
Understood to currently be Band A. 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
To reach the property drive to Baltasound. On the approach to the village turn left to Baliasta, follow the road and ‘Baltaview’ is the last property on the right before the bend.
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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.
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