7 bed detached house for sale

Hoy Lodge, Hoy, Orkney KW16

K Allan Properties are delighted to present this spectacular 1800’s former Shooting Lodge to the market. This property offers a rare opportunity to own a beautifully positioned island home on the North end of the breathtaking Isle of Hoy, offering expansive views, exceptional privacy, and a lifestyle shaped by nature, tranquillity, and wide-open skies.
This original B listed property is a rare find to the open market. Hoy Lodge is a charming and characterful residence set within approximately 1 acre of grounds, surrounded by some of Orkney’s most dramatic scenery. This home is in need of some modernisation, presenting an opportunity for those looking to reimagine a home in one of Scotland's most atmospheric island landscapes. With the right vision, this could become an extraordinary full-time residence, or peaceful retreat.

Spacious accommodation on the ground floor comprises an Entrance Porch, Entrance Hall, Passage, Study, Sitting-room, Inner Hall, Dining Room, Service Hall, Scullery, Kitchen, Laundry, Service
Passage, Pantry, Dairy and rear Porch.
There are 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the first floor and a further 2 bedrooms and bathrooms on the servants floor.

Outside is a detached garage, currently divided into a workshop/garage area and separate store. A parcel of foreshore also comes with the property and is positioned a short walk from Hoy Lodge.

Information About Hoy

Positioned in breath-taking landscape and scenery, Hoy Lodge is steeped in history. Situated on the iconic Isle of Hoy-famed for its rugged coastline, towering sea cliffs, and rich wildlife-the lodge enjoys uninterrupted views across the landscape and easy access to walking routes, including to the world-famous 'Old Man of Hoy', beaches including Rackwick Bay, and local heritage sites. The island’s community is friendly and close knit, and there are a wide range of local amenities including a primary school, shop, swimming pool, hotels with restaurants, cafes, pub and galleries. The Hoy Kirk with regular exhibitions and events and is only a short distance away. Hoy Lodge is situated in the north end of the island and is regularly serviced by a foot-passenger ferry from Moaness pier to Stromness which is conveniently close to the property. A Ro-Ro vehicle and passenger ferry travels to the island from Houton Bay to Lyness several times a day making Hoy a commutable island with Orkney Mainland.

Travelling To Hoy

Hoy is accessible via a foot passenger ferry from the town of Stromness and a vehicle ferry from Houton. For information and times of crossings please have a look on the Orkney Ferries website.

Council Tax Band - F

Services -

Land - Approx. 1 acre
Enclosed within its own walled grounds
Electricity: Mains
Water: Mains
Drainage: Private septic tank
Telephone:
Heating: Electric Storage Heaters with open fireplaces throughout the Lodge

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