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Description

  • Status: Available
  • Type: Commercial
  • Ownership: Freehold
  • Occupation: Vacant

***Stunning FREEHOLD former church building with vacant possession set within incredible location on Shetland Isles***

***Potential to create a stunning family home or serviced accommodation within an area of high tourist demand (subject to appropriate planning and licencing requirements***

***Stunning B-Listed Church on Mainland Shetland Located in Dunrossness, Only 5 Miles from Sumburgh Airport and Close to many amenities. Ideal development Project Subject to Planning Permission***

***The property is in good order and presents an excellent development opportunity*** Offered with incredibly low guide price to encourage interest in auction***

***The property is approximately 319 square metres and comprises of Sanctuary (with first floor gallery), meeting room, kitchen, two toilets and three entrance vestibules***

***Stunning FREEHOLD former church building with vacant possession set within incredible location on Shetland Isles*** ***Potential to create a stunning family home or serviced accommodation within an area of high tourist demand (subject to appropriate planning and licencing requirements*** ***Stunning B-Listed Church on Mainland Shetland Located in Dunrossness, Only 5 Miles from Sumburgh Airport and Close to many amenities. Ideal development Project Subject to Planning Permission*** ***The property is in good order and presents an excellent development opportunity*** Offered with incredibly low guide price to encourage interest in auction*** ***The property is approximately 319 square metres and comprises of Sanctuary (with first floor gallery), meeting room, kitchen, two toilets and three entrance vestibules*** ***Rare opportunity to purchase a truly stunning B Listed former church building, situated just off the A970 in Dunrossness on mainland Shetland. Surrounded by beautiful open countryside and close to local amenities. Stunning open views of the North Sea and surrounding countryside. An exciting development opportunity (subject to relevant planning consents being obtained) A rare and outstanding opportunity to purchase a beautiful B Listed church building, situated on Mainland Shetland. Benefiting from wonderful countryside views, whilst being well-positioned for access to local amenities. The property is also only a 5-mile drive from Sumburgh Airport, which is Shetland's main airport, making travel to and from mainland Scotland much easier. This majestic property could be used for its existing use, or re-developed subject to planning consents. Dating back to 1790 the church comprises of: A Sanctuary (with first floor gallery), meeting room, kitchen, two toilets and three entrance vestibules. The surrounding graveyard is owned and maintained by the local council. Gross Internal Area: 319 SQ M The property benefits from being connected to mains supplies of water and electricity. Drainage is to a private septic tank. The property is situated close to a convenience store and a service station. Nearby there are more shops, hairdressers, a public hall, and Dunrossness Primary School. Shetland's largest town, Lerwick, is roughly a 20 mile drive away and includes more schools, a hospital, a leisure complex and many other amenities.

The property is located in Dunrossness, the southernmost parish of Shetland, Scotland. Well located for surrounding views and Airbnb/holiday let destination. Local amenities are available nearby at Mainland's Minimarket. Road links via A970. Transport Sumburgh Airport - 5.3 Miles

Full Address: Former Church Dunrossness, Dunrossness, Shetland , ZE2  9JB

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Opening Bid: £29,000

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  • 10% Deposit (Minimum £3,000)
  • Standard Completion (Unless specified differently in any Special Conditions of Sale)
  • Buyers Fee = 3% of Sale Price (Minimum £3,250 + vat)

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Auction Details

Date & Time: 07 May 2026, 10am-3pm
Type: Timed Online Auction

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