ASSIGNATION OF CROFT TENANCY BACKA (OTHERWISE KNOWN AS BACCA) West Sandwick, Yell, Shetland, ZE2 9BH A rare opportunity to purchase the assignation of a croft tenancy with a charming 4-bedroomed detached croft house on the island of Yell. The croft is west facing, situated in an elevated position, and enjoys uninterrupted sea views. The croft is also located within walking distance of the beautiful sandy beach at West Sandwick. The traditional 1 ½ storey property features a workshop, store and garage and space for off-road parking. The croft land is approximately 1.45 hectares at the front of the house and extends down to the shore, and 1.14 hectares at the rear. In an idyllic location with souming for 48 sheep, would made a great home for a family seeking rural living in a friendly island community. Viewing 07584 628037, 07780 733971 or 01957 722323 Energy Efficiency Rating TBC Entry Entry available as soon as formalities allow. Council Tax Currently Band A Home Report Available? N/A
ACCOMMODATION Ground Floor Front Porch (2.59m x 2.15m) Hallway (4.19m x 1.90m) Rear Hallway (2.43m x 0.84m) Living Room (4.11m x 3.57m) Bedroom 4 (3.89m x 3.29m) Dining Room (4.15m x 3.31m) Kitchen (2.96m x 2.26m) Bathroom (1.91m x 1.54m) WC (1.88m x 0.85m) First Floor Landing (2.57m x 1.76m) Bedroom 1 (4.16m x 3.22m) Bedroom 2 (4.08m x 2.89m) Bedroom 3 (2.84m x 2.60m at widest point) Attached Outbuildings Workshop (3.31m x 2.41m) Store (11.49m x 3.24m) Garage SERVICES Electricity - Connected Water - Mains Drainage Mains Telephone - Connected Heating Electric storage, with electric panel heater in Bedroom 4 and Rayburn Regent multi-fuel stove in Dining Room DIRECTIONS Travelling north on the main road from the Ulsta Ferry Terminal, after approximately 5 miles turn left following the sign to West Sandwick. is the first property you come to on the right hand side.
The largest of the North Isles, Yell is home to a population of just under 1000 people. It has much to offer wildlife enthusiasts, hill walkers and those who simply want peace and quiet. Noted for its scenery and geology, Yell provides a wide range of interests for visitors and residents alike, and crofting is a way of life in the island community. The croft of is situated approximately 38 miles from Lerwick by road and involves an inter-island ferry crossing. A regular ro-ro ferry runs from Toft on the Shetland mainland to Ulsta at the south end of the island of Yell. The distance from Ulsta to in West Sandwick is 6 miles approximately. Mid Yell is the main centre of population on the island and has a shop with Post Office and fuel pumps, junior high school, health centre and leisure centre with heated swimming pool, a public house and a restaurant. is located just a 10 minute drive away. The ro-ro ferries to Unst and Fetlar leave from Gutcher at the north end of the island. is west facing, benefitting from unrestricted sea views. The registered croft land extends to approximately 2.86 hectares altogether, split between the front and rear of the house. The land is arable and there is 1 share in the Westsandwick and Herra Common Grazing s, with souming for 48 sheep. The purchase of the tenancy will be subject to the consent of the Crofting Commission. The sale of the tenancy includes all fixtures and fittings. The house is currently semi-furnished with all furniture also included in the sale. The croft, including the croft house, will be assigned as seen and no warranties will be given. View from front door. Croft land to the north of the property. Attached outbuildings.
from rear showing attached outbuildings, with red door leading to workshop. Croft land and view to south. Dining Room Bedroom 1 Croft land at front of property. View north towards Westsandwick. Croft land in front of property. Living Room Bathroom First Floor Landing Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3
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. Neil Risk, Solicitor & Estate Agent Nordhus, North Ness Business Park, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0LZ, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1595 695262 Fax: +44 (0) 1595 695331 Email: mail@neilrisk.com