1 bed detached bungalow for sale

Stand Pretty, Shapinsay, Orkney KW17

Stand Pretty is a modernised and extended traditional cottage on a substantial, elevated plot in a peaceful rural position on the picturesque island of Shapinsay.
Enjoying breathtaking open views across its surrounding garden and beyond over rolling farmland to the sea, the property looks towards Mainland Orkney and the Outer North Isles, offering an ever changing coastal backdrop. The location is particularly special for nature lovers, with an excellent range of birdlife in the immediate area, enhanced further by the neighbouring rspb Reserve at Mill Dam.
The accommodation is both bright and inviting, with a spacious dual aspect living room featuring a multi fuel stove. A sunroom provides the perfect space to relax and take in the stunning outlook in comfort throughout the seasons. The kitchen is currently being renovated and will be completed prior to sale, creating a modern and practical space with direct access to the garden. The property also benefits from a generous dual aspect bedroom and two fresh, contemporary bathrooms.

Externally, the large garden wraps around the cottage, with traditional stone dykes to two sides providing shelter and a sense of privacy, while still allowing the open views to be fully appreciated.
There is a useful garage and additional small outbuilding currently used as a garden store.
The setting offers excellent opportunities to enjoy the natural surroundings, with birds and wildlife regularly seen around the property and nearby reserve.
Although set in a tranquil rural location, Stand Pretty lies less than a mile from the characterful Balfour village and the Shapinsay ferry terminal, ensuring easy access to Kirkwall and beyond.
Shapinsay itself offers a welcoming and vibrant island community, with a primary school and regular ferry services, including out of hours sailings, making this an ideal home for those seeking a balance of island living, community life and connectivity.

Services
Electricity: Mains
Water: Mains
Drainage: Septic tank
Heating: Multi-fuel stove and electric panel heaters
Council tax -band A
EPC - band E

Viewings

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Offers to

K Allan Properties
Watergate
Kirkwall
KW15 1PD

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