Norvista House, Gott, Shetland, ZE2 9SH

Reference - KA0673

Welcome to Norvista House
Norvista House is an exceptional five-bedroom detached residence set over two expansive floors, offering approximately 760 square meters of internal floor space. Built in 1994, the home features five versatile reception rooms, a high-spec Mark Wilkinson kitchen, five bedrooms, three of which boast en-suite facilities, a family bathroom complete with sauna, two separate W.C.s, utility room, and multiple storage areas throughout.

Externally, the property includes several outbuildings and two wind turbines, providing a significant level of self-sufficiency. To the left, the property extends to an impressive 7.6 acres of land, inclusive of the house site.

Location

Situated in Gott, just 6 miles north of Lerwick, Norvista House offers an easy 10-minute commute into town, with regular public transport connections. Local schooling options include Tingwall and Scalloway Primary Schools, both within a short drive. Tingwall also offers community amenities, including a public hall hosting year-round events and the 60 North Kettlebells and Strength gym.

Accommodation

The accommodation is arranged over two floors, with the main entrance leading into an entrance porch, and onwards into a bright and welcoming hallway highlighted by a striking wooden staircase. From here, oak double doors open into the heart of the home, an open-plan lounge and dining area. The dining space comfortably accommodates a large dining table, while steps lead down into a generously sized lounge, featuring a gas fireplace and sliding patio doors to the rear driveway. Double doors from the dining area open into a cosy conservatory, enhanced by built-in shelving.

The beautifully designed Mark Wilkinson kitchen, installed in 2007, is fitted with premium integrated appliances, including double Wolf ovens, oven drawer, walk-in fridge, full-length wine cooler, built-in coffee machine, induction hob, freezer drawers, and extractor fan. There is ample space for a dining table if desired.

On the ground floor there is several further reception rooms which include a large games room with a full length snooker table. The spacious room has two large windows with plenty of natural light entering the room. There is a further room which is currently used as a nursery room, along with a study. Any of these rooms could easily be repurposed as bedrooms if required. Located just next to the games room and study is a generously proportioned W.C.

A secondary hallway connects the main areas of the house to the rear, where you’ll find a cloakroom with excellent storage, a boiler cupboard, and a versatile room currently used for storage. A small vestibule leads from this hallway to the front door and into a well-appointed utility room, recently installed with a wash hand basin, fitted units, ample worktop space, and plumbing for laundry appliances. Another W.C. completes the ground floor accommodation. The utility room also provides direct access into the garage. 

Ascending to the first floor, you’re greeted by a spacious landing with timber bannisters and a seating area that overlooks Tingwall through large windows. The master bedroom is exceptionally large, featuring two dressing rooms, one with an additional storage cupboard, and an en-suite with a walk-in steam shower, W.C., heated towel rail, and sizeable hand basin. Two further bedrooms also benefit from en-suite bathrooms, one with a walk-in shower, and the other with a bath.

A standout feature on this floor is the family bathroom, equipped with a built-in sauna, walk-in shower, jacuzzi bath with a built-in TV, stylish hand basin, and heated towel rail. Completing the upstairs are two further spacious bedrooms, each with built-in wardrobes.

External Features

One of the property’s key assets is the range of outbuildings. From the utility room, there is access into a large double garage with two motorised electric doors. The garage includes a dedicated boiler room for the oil heating system and houses the control panels for the property’s two wind turbines, which significantly contribute to its self-sufficiency. The turbines are under contract for another nine years.

Additionally, a back-up generator is housed in a separate room adjoining the garage, automatically activating in the event of a power outage. A large workshop connects to the rear of the garage, alongside a stable and a store room. Beyond the stables, there is a detached shed and a sizeable polytunnel.

The home sits on a generous 7.6-acre plot, with well-maintained gardens surrounding the house. A small chipping green adds character to the grounds, while mature trees are planted throughout. To the front, there are multiple parking spaces providing access to the main entrance, with a driveway extending to the side and rear of the home, in front of the garages. A private enclosed garden area, complete with a drying green, sits to the left of the driveway.

Beyond the immediate house site, the additional land features a track circling the boundary, several ponds, and space for hens and ducks to roam freely. A driveway from the main road leads up to a striking entrance, offering a grand approach to the property.

This remarkable home benefits from double glazing throughout, oil-fired central heating via a wet radiator system, and boasts a rare B-rated EPC, a testament to the efficiency provided by the wind turbines.

Early viewing is highly recommended.