Key details
- 1 Reception Room
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms + WC
- Council Tax Band: E
- Energy Efficiency: C (79)
Overview
Enjoying stunning, open views of Sandsound Voe and Sand Beach, ‘Foraness’ is a three/four bedroom family home finished to a very high standard providing an excellent ‘walk-in’, well-presented accommodation. Lerwick is approximately 23 miles.
This double-glazed property is arranged over two floors and comprises of three double bedrooms (one with an en-suite shower room), a living room with stunning views, a kitchen / dining room with a spacious larder, a home cinema / fourth bedroom, a study, a bathroom, a WC, an integral garage with a utility area and a huge amount of storage.
The property benefits from a ground source heat pump providing underfloor heating and radiators.
Externally, the property sits on a good site with a tarred driveway benefitting from ample parking, two stores, two sheds, a hen house, and a polycrub.
This is a fantastic family home with beautiful views, and some furniture is available for purchase separately.
General Information
‘Foraness’ is situated in the picturesque area of Sand, Shetland, offering a peaceful rural lifestyle while still being within easy reach of essential amenities.
Around four miles away, Bixter serves as a key local hub, providing a well-stocked shop, a fuel station, a health centre, a post office, a vet’s surgery and a garage, catering to everyday needs. Just three miles away, Skeld is home to a primary school, a marina, and a community hall that hosts various local events, making it ideal for those who enjoy sailing and outdoor pursuits.
Approximately seven miles away, Aith offers additional facilities, including a leisure centre with a swimming pool, a secondary school, and another local shop. The area is well-served by community services, making it a convenient option for families.
With excellent road links and a welcoming local community, Foraness offers the perfect balance of rural tranquillity and accessibility to essential services.
Accommodation
Entry to the property is via the front door opening to an entrance vestibule with two inner doors, one leading into the hallway and another leading to the integral garage.
The door leading from the hallway leads into the kitchen, the living room and a further hallway to the main bedroom.
The living room offers a triple-aspect with stunning sea views and south-facing glazed patio doors. There is a wall separating the living room and kitchen which has an integral gas fire There are pocket doors on either side of the wall.
The bright, modern kitchen has an ample mixture of navy and cream cabinets set off by white worktops with an integral sink, gas hob with concealed cooker hood over, an integral grill and oven and a large island with additional cabinets and drawer space. There is also a huge larder offering even more storage space.
The main bedroom is a great size with huge wardrobes and has patio doors to the rear garden area. The en-suite shower room comprises of a white WC & wash hand basin with a wall-length mirror, a huge walk-in shower and a heated towel rail.
Back in the hallway, there is a separate WC comprising of a white WC and a wash hand basin.
Upstairs, is the remaining accommodation and a spacious landing which enjoys the views.
The two double bedrooms are a great size, and both benefit from built-in wardrobes.
The home cinema / fourth bedroom enjoys a cinema screen built-in that pulls down and a projector.
The family bathroom comprises of a white WC, a wash hand basin and a bath with a shower over.
The study is a handy space for home working.
There is a generous amount of storage cupboards in the property.
Rooms Sizes (All approximate)
On the Ground Floor:-
Kitchen / Dining Room
6m x 5m (19’8” x 16’4”)
Living Room
5.95m x 5.85m (19’6” x 19’2”)
Main Bedroom 1
5.95m x 4.15m (19’6” x 13’7”)
En-Suite Shower Room
3.5m x 2.15m (11’5” x 7’)
WC
2.35m x 1.75m (7’8” x 5’8”)
On the First Floor:-
Bedroom 2
4.55m x 4.1m (14’11” x 13’5”)
Bedroom 3
5.75m x 4.1m (18’10” x 13’5”)
Home Cinema / Bedroom 4
6.1m x 4.55m (20’ x 14’11”)
Family Bathroom
2.35m x 2.3m (7’8” x 7’6”)
Study
3m x 1.6m (9’10” x 5’2”)
External
The property sits in a good site with a tarred driveway benefitting from ample parking, an integral garage with utility area measuring approx. 5.55m x 4.65m (18’2” x 15’3”), two stores, two sheds, a hen house and a polycrub.
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
Follow the sign for Skeld and Reawick and turn left at the sign for Sand and follow the road along. Continue on the private road leading to the two houses, Foraness is the first of the houses on the left.
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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.
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