Neil Risk

GENERAL

Yell is the largest of the North Isles, having a population of just under 1000.  A subsidised ro-ro ferry crosses from Toft on the Shetland Mainland to Ulsta on the island of Yell on a regular basis throughout the day, taking 15 minutes.  Westerhouse is approximately 15.5 miles from Ulsta.  The ro-ro ferries to Unst and Fetlar leave from Gutcher. 

Sellafirth is on the east side of the island, approximately 5 miles from Mid Yell, the main population centre on the island.  In the village of Mid Yell there is a Shop with Post Office, Public Hall, Doctor’s Surgery and Leisure Centre with a swimming pool.  School transport is provided by Shetland Islands Council to the Mid Yell Junior High School. 

Yell is a safe and friendly environment and has much to offer to wildlife enthusiasts, hill walkers and those who simply want peace and quiet.  It is also noted for it’s scenery and geology and provides a wide range of interests for visitors and residents alike.  Crofting is a way of life on the island. 

H O U S E

Westerhouse is south east facing with unrestricted views towards Basta Voe.  Pine panel internal doors to most rooms.  A glazed panel sliding door to the Front Porch.

All carpets, floor coverings, curtains and light fittings are included in the sale.

ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation is on two levels and comprises:

Ground Floor:  Front Porch, Lounge, Kitchen, Bathroom, Bedroom, Back Porch and Store.

First Floor: 2 Bedrooms.

FRONT PORCH

Entering by half glazed uPVC door.  Dual aspect windows.  Single pendant light and tiled floor.  Electricity consumer units in a cupboard and 2 units outside the cupboard.  Small hatch giving access to a small loft area. 

Sliding wooden glazed pine panel door giving access to 

LOUNGE

(7.7m x 3.45m max)

This is a large room having 2 windows with sea views towards Basta Voe.  There are 2 open fires at either end of the room.  They are both feature ornate cast iron fireplaces with inset tiles and brass fittings.  Built-in display cupboard with glass door, shelves and light.  2 Dimplex storage heaters.  7 sets of double wall lights and 2 curtain rails in an ornate black finish. Carpet and curtains.

HALLWAY

With stairs to first floor.

KITCHEN

(2.82m x 3.35m max)

Dual aspect room. Beech saponetta fitted kitchen units, some doors are glazed, with  satin metal handles.  Laminated worktop which is also used as a splashback.  Stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap. NEFF 4 burner gas hob and extractor above.  Integral larder fridge, NEFF oven and microwave.  Ceiling fitted glass light in satin finish.  Telephone socket and TV aerial outlet.

BATHROOM

White four piece bathroom suite. Toilet, bidet, sink set in a beech vanity unit and bath with Triton power shower and glazed screen. There is a matching beech mirror storage unit above the sink. Electric radiator with fitted towel rails.  Ceiling light with glass shade. Vinyl flooring.

BACK PORCH

(2.07m x 2.91m max)

Single glazed uPVC exterior door and north east facing window. Clothes pulley.  Fluorescent light.  Concrete floor with carpet tiles. 

BEDROOM 3

(4.28m x 2.79m max)

Window into the Back Porch.  Loft hatch with pull down ladder.  2 sets of shelves. TV aerial outlet.  Electric panel heater, single pendant light and carpet.

Fire door giving access to a converted byre which is used as a STORE (7.42m x 2.89m max)

Exterior door and 2 rooflights.  Fitted shelves. 2 fluorescent lights, concrete floor with vinyl covering. 

Stair leading to Upper Floor

UPPER LANDING

Velux rooflight giving natural light over the landing area. Cupboard with louvre doors. Single pendant light and carpet.

BEDROOM 1

(3.67m x 3.49m max)

Coombed ceilings, window with view towards Basta Voe and Velux rooflight. Alcoves with shelves and fitted rails. Small cupboard into the eaves with channel lined door. Overhead fitted cupboard. Ceiling light and wall lights.  Electric panel heater, carpet and curtains.    

BEDROOM 2

(3.35m x 3.62m max)

Coombed ceilings, window with view towards Basta Voe and Velux rooflight. Alcoves with shelves and fitted rail. Sink with tiled splashback set into an alcove.  Ceiling light and wall lights.  Electric panel heater, carpet and curtains.    

EXTERNAL

The house is set in a gravel hardstanding with ample room for parking. 

C R O F T

This is a small owner/occupied croft, extending to approximately 3.972 hectares, currently being used for grazing sheep by a neighbour.  It extends south west to the foreshore of Basta Voe, as shown coloured in pink on the map attached to the pdf Schedule. 

No outbuildings, stock, entitlements or equipment are included in the sale.  The land is not designated as a SSSI. 

For further general information about crofting contact the Crofters Commission at Great Glen House, Leachkin Road, Inverness, IV3 8NW, telephone 01463 663450 or visit their website at:- http://www.crofterscommission.org.uk

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Note: While the foregoing particulars are believed to be correct, their accuracy is not guaranteed and they do not form part of any contract. The dimensions given are approximate only and are not warranted. Photographs may have been taken with a wide angle lens.