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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · KW16 3BU
For saleReduced £15k (−6%) on 4 SepListed 320 days
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About
118 Victoria Street is an impressive 5 bedroom, 3 storey townhouse in the heart of Stromness.
This 'B' listed, traditional stone-built property includes a shop on the ground floor, a cellar and garage as well as off street parking.
There are stunning views from the living spaces out to the harbour and the Holms. This home features many original features including cornices and fire places.
Accommodation on the ground floor comprises of a comfortable, dual aspect sitting room with open fire, kitchen, untility room and shower room.
There is an additional bathroom accessed from the landing and on the first floor there is a spacious sitting room with 3 large windows taking advantage of the views and an open fire and 2 generous bedrooms.
On the top floor, there are 3 further bedrooms and a dressing room. The shop premesis is accessed from the main street and features an impressive cornice.
Stromness is a charming, traditional ferry port town shaped by the sea.
The winding streets host a good selection of independent shops including coffee shops, delicatessen, hardware shop, furniture shop, galleries, supermarket and bakery.
There is a vibrant primary school, secondary school, library, sailing club, golf club and swimming pool.
Electricity: Mains Water: Mains Drainage: Mains Heating: 2 open fires 'B' Listed as per Historic Scotland website Best estate agent guide When you choose to work with us, you are officially working with one of the UK's Best Estate Agents.
We first received this award in 2023 for sales and are delighted to have been invited back to London every year since.
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Viewings By appointment only, arranged through K Allan Properties.
Call or email Offers K Allan Properties Watergate Kirkwall KW15 1PD Or via email which can be found on our website disclaimer Whilst we endeavour to make these particulars accurate, they do not offer/form any part of a contract on offer and are not guaranteed.
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