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The Taing, Bridge End, Burra, Shetland, ZE2 The Taing, Bridge End, Burra, Shetland, ZE2 9LE This two bedroom bungalow is situated in a Offers over £47,000 are invited secluded and picturesque voe of West Burra just a stones through to the shoreline and with stunning Kitchen, Sitting Room, Bathroom and two Double Accommodation sea views. Bedrooms. Refurbishment and repair is required to the dwellinghouse. Planning Permission (ref Extensive grassed garden grounds with Planning 2019/064/PPP) has been obtained to include an External Permission in principle for the erection of a large extension to the rear of the property encompassing Boat Shed. the existing stone built outbuildings. Burra is linked to the mainland by two bridges Highly recommended. Please contact the Seller Viewings affording a rural lifestyle with the amenities of on 01595 696969 to arrange a viewing. Scalloway and Lerwick no more than 20 minutes away. Early entry is available once conveyancing Entry This property presents an ideal opportunity for formalities permit. those looking for a project and county living. EPC Rating Not applicable. Further particulars and Home Report from and all offers to:- Anderson & Goodlad, Solicitors 52 Commercial Street, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0BD T: 01595 692297 F: 01595 692247 E: [email protected] W: www.anderson-goodlad.co.uk Accommodation This property requires extensive renovation and has Planning Permission in principle (“PPP”) (ref. 2019/064/PPP). In its current condition the dwellinghouse has hot and cold water, working toilet, electricity supply, heating and an open fire. Some of the works that PPP provides for are as follows:- Extension to existing dwelling using existing derelict stone buildings at rear Wood cladding of exterior to existing dwelling Reroof existing dwelling and stone built houses with Decra style roofing Rear of property looking south Fit UPVC windows and doors to existing dwelling Replace Conservatory Remove two chimneys Upgrade existing sewer tank to a more modern equivalent Erect a large boat shed in the south west corner of the site As this is at the PPP stage there are many options available to a new owner. Entrance to the property is via a glass paned Vestibule door situated at the rear of the dwellinghouse. 2.42m x 1.18m The Vestibule contains the electric box. The Kitchen has two windows one of which has Kitchen stunning sea views. Contains fitted cabinets, Kitchen 3.00m x 4.26m stainless steel sink with hot and cold water taps, hot water tank and heater. Double This Double Bedroom has a window with sea Bedroom 2 views overlooking the headland. Contains a 3.07m x 3.00m heater and corner sink. There is an opening from the Vestibule to the Hallway Hallway that provides access to the rooms 3.47m x 1.21m below and also the loft. The Sitting Room has three windows and is situated at the south west corner for the Sitting Room 6.17m; 2.58m x dwellinghouse. It overlooks the beach and voe Double Bedroom 2 4.13m; 2.86m to the west and the headland and sea to the (2.58m x 1.31m) south. Contains an open fire place with flagstone hearth. Across from the Sitting Room is this spacious Double Bedroom with a window overlooking the Double shoreline. A door leads to a walk-in Dressing Bedroom 1 Room (2.40m x 1.66m) that has a window facing 3.60m x 4.20m north and contains a built-in wardrobe (d 0.50m), shaving socket and sink. The Bathroom has a window overlooking the Bathroom rear garden and contains a cupboard with 2.43m x 1.90m shelving, bath, sink, toilet and heater. Sitting Room Information Extensive grassed garden grounds extending External to 0.65 acres. PPP to erect a large Boat Shed in the south west corner of the property. Mains water. The sea outfall and septic tank installed in the sewer system has SEPA consent. Permission has been granted for a replacement septic tank to meet modern standards. General For the avoidance of doubt, the property Information is being sold in its present condition and Double Bedroom 1 no warranties are to be given. Home Report not required. Planning Permission granted in principle (ref 2019/064/PPP). However, all queries should be made to the Planning Shetland Island Council From Lerwick travel to Scalloway. At the bottom of the Scalloway Scord at the head of the voe turn left onto the B9074 (signed posted East Voe / Trondra / Burra). This dual carriageway continues through Trondra and onto Burra. Once on Burra there is a junction at the top of an incline. Turn left here (sign posted Directions Papil / Houss / Bridge End). This road turns into a single track road with passing places. Dressing Room to Double Bedroom 1 Travel along for some distance until you get to the war memorial. Continue along the road to the left. Again, carry on along this road until the road splits into two. Take the left hand road. This will take you down a hill and along the shoreline to the property. Beautiful coastal walks. Bridge End Outdoor Centre Neolithic remains include Burnt Mound Sea caves Sandy beaches of Meal and Banna Minn Burra History Group meets in Duncansclett, Places of Interest a traditional thatched cottage Historically a fishing village, Hamnavoe is a short drive away with its Primary School and Bathroom Nursery, shop, post office and marina Further afield is the village of Scalloway with restaurants, school and nurseries, indoor swimming pool and Scalloway Museum The agents for the Seller have prepared these particulars and whilst they are believed to be correct, no guarantee can be given. All measurements are approximate and taken at the widest point. Some photographs are taken with a 10mm – 20mm wide angle lens. .
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