55 Gilbertson Road

Key details

Overview

Situated in a central Lerwick location immediately opposite Gilbertson Park, 55 Gilbertson Road is a two bedroom semi-detached property set in an established, well-stocked garden.

The location puts the property within easy reach of primary and secondary schooling, Clickimin Leisure Centre, the hospital, and Toll Clock.

In addition to the two bedrooms, the accommodation which is arranged over two floors comprises a living room, kitchen and bathroom.

Windows are double glazed and heating is provided by electric storage / panel heaters.

The property requires refurbishment and updating which is reflected in the price but nonetheless offers an affordable starter home in this convenient location.

Accommodation

Entry to the property is via a path through the well-stocked front garden which leads to the front door which opens to a part wood-lined hallway with high level fitted cupboard housing the meters etc., and a storage heater. The living room is to the left whilst ahead is the carpeted stair to the first floor.

The living room has two windows to the front of the house looking over the garden. Heating is provided by a storage heater. A further pine door at the rear opens to the kitchen with windows to the side and rear, and door to a rear lobby with built-in cupboard housing the hot water tank and door to the back garden. The kitchen has fitted units including a sink and plumbing for a dishwasher although replacement units would be desirable. A cupboard under the stairs provides additional storage. The freestanding appliances will remain although no warranties will be given. Storage meter.

The carpeted stair which is lit by a window at the top, leads up to a small landing with doors to two double bedrooms and the bathroom, and a hatch to the loft space. The bathroom has a three piece suite with electric over-bath shower. The larger bedroom (bedroom 1) to the left has a window enjoying the open aspect over to Gilbertson Park, and a large built-in cupboard over the stairs. The window to bedroom 2 to the rear of the house enjoys a view of the surrounding area westwards over to the sports field at the Clickimin Leisure Centre and the hill beyond.

Rooms Sizes (All approximate)

On the Ground Floor:-

Living Room

4.5m x 4.05m at widest points (14’10” x 13’3”)

Kitchen

4.05m x 2.15m at widest points (13’3” x 7’2”)

On the First Floor:-

Bedroom 1

3.1m x 4.05m at widest points (10’2” x 13’4”)

Bedroom 2

3.65m x 3.05m at widest points (12’ x 10’)

Bathroom

2.05m x 1.7m (6’8” x 5’7”)

External

The property sits in an established, well-stocked garden, the front garden comprising small areas of lawn surrounded by established plants and shrubs either side of a paved path to the front door, the path continuing along the side of the house past a wooden garden shed to the back garden. This is particularly secluded thanks to mature trees, hedges and shrubs surrounding the lawn. Coal store immediately outside the house and small decked area behind the shed.

Council Tax

Understood to currently be Band C. Prospective purchasers should however contact Shetland Islands Council directly for confirmation. Council Tax Bands may be reassessed by the Joint Valuation Board when a property is sold. Details of Council Tax rates can be found on Shetland Island Council’s website at:

http://www.shetland.gov.uk/counciltax/charges.as

Property location

Gilbertson Road runs between Commercial Road to the north and South Road to the south. No.55 is situated on the west side of the road directly opposite the southern end of Gilbertson Park. A footpath just a few doors along from the house takes you to Robertson Crescent and a short cut to the Anderson High School / Clickimin.