2 bed cottage for sale

Everybist, Rousay, Orkney KW17

Everybist is a charming, extended traditional stone cottage set within approximately 4.69 acres of land, occupying a truly outstanding elevated position on the historic island of Rousay. Tucked away at the end of a track and surrounded by unspoilt countryside, the property enjoys a remarkable sense of peace, privacy and seclusion, complemented by breathtaking panoramic sea views across the surrounding landscape.
Offering flexible and characterful accommodation, Everybist presents a rare opportunity to embrace an idyllic island lifestyle. The property is perfectly suited to those seeking a slower pace of life, with ample space for gardening, small-scale livestock, or simply enjoying the natural beauty and tranquillity of its unique setting.

At the heart of the original cottage is the dining kitchen/living room, leading through to a bright conservatory/sun room that captures the views year-round, utility room/W.C., and a cosy living room featuring a traditional box bed, providing charming and practical additional guest accommodation. A sun porch/entryway connects to the modern extension, which comprises a spacious bedroom, shower room and living room with its own external door - ideal for guest use, home working or hobby space.

Outside, the stone bothy includes a kitchenette and a large room with wood burner, offering potential as further sleeping or living accommodation.
The mature garden is well established, with a polycrub, south facing greenhouse, potting shed, productive vegetable beds and a sheltered front garden enclosed by traditional stone dykes.

Two hosted 5kW wind turbines supply most of the property’s electricity (free of charge); now just over halfway through their expected 20-year lifespan. A smart control system manages the power supply and diverts electricity other-wise exported to the grid to the property’s storage heaters.

Whether as a permanent residence, lifestyle holding or rural retreat, Everybist represents a unique opportunity to acquire a property of genuine character in a spectacular location, where the stunning views and exceptional surroundings are very much at the heart of everyday living.
Rousay can be reached by a regular ferry service from Tingwall on the Orkney Mainland which takes approximately 25 minutes. This beautiful island offers a wonderful sense of community with a vibrant primary school, shop, doctor's surgery, community owned hotel, heritage centre and post office.

Services
Electricity: Wind turbines integrated with mains
Water: Private spring (recently tested and confirmed as fully potable)
Drainage: Septic tank
Heating: Electric - convectors supplemented by storage heaters ( powered when electricity is available from turbines)
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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