Arrowhouse, Dounby, Orkney

Arrowhouse is a substantial traditional stone property offering an exceptional degree of flexibility for those seeking a distinctive home with scope for business, studio or workspace use. Its prominent double fronted facade opens into a remarkably spacious interior, blending generous domestic accommodation with commercial potential. Part of the ground floor rooms remain registered for commercial use, making the property ideal for anyone wishing to retain a live work arrangement or explore new entrepreneurial opportunities within the village.


The ground floor unfolds through a welcoming entrance hall into a bright and comfortable living room, where a timber staircase and feature alcove shelving add both character and practicality. The kitchen is equipped with extensive timber cabinetry, plentiful work surfaces and a sociable breakfast bar that opens back into the dining space.
To the front of the house, the two commercial rooms offer enormous versatility. Large windows allow excellent natural light, and each has its own external entrance to the paved frontage. These rooms could continue as business premises or be adapted for hobbies, studio use or additional living space, subject to the necessary consents.
Practical needs are well catered for on the ground floor. A utility room with garden access offers space for appliances and a deep sink, useful for outdoor tasks or laundry. A separate office provides an ideal study or craft room, and a ground floor shower room wet room ensures excellent convenience.
The first floor provides three bedrooms, comprising two comfortable doubles with built in wardrobes and a further single room suited to use as a nursery, dressing room or home office. A WC with wash hand basin completes the upper accommodation.
Outside, the rear garden offers an enclosed and sheltered space with lawn, patio and room for planting, play or outdoor seating. The broad stone frontage to the road provides generous space for parking up to 8 cars and easy access to the commercial entrances including side access.


KEY FEATURES
4 bedrooms, 3 with either built-in or fitted wardrobes
Air source and storage heating
Large kitchen dining area
Wet room style shower room and separate WC
Shop space giving business opportunities
Large enclosed garden space with shed
Parking for up to 8 cars
Village centre location
Dounby Primary and Stromness Academy school catchment area


EXTRAS
Floor, window coverings and garden shed are included in the sale price.