2 Lettan and the Bothy, Sanday, Orkney, KW17
- Land size
- 21 acres
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
Description
K Allan Properties is delighted to present 2 Lettan, The Bothy at 2 Lettan, and Land Near 2 Lettan, available either as one complete holding or as three individual lots. Together, the properties extend to approximately 21 acres in a peaceful coastal location by Scuthvie Bay on the Island of Sanday, offering a rare opportunity to secure a traditional cottage, a characterful bothy with beach access, and productive grassland.
Lot 1 – 2 Lettan - 2 Lettan is a detached, extended traditional stone cottage set in a quiet rural position with around 6 acres of land. The property requires a degree of renovation, providing excellent potential for buyers seeking to create a bespoke island home.
Accommodation includes a characterful living room with exposed stone wall and multi-fuel stove, dual-aspect kitchen with breakfast bar, two double bedrooms, a single bedroom, store room and family bathroom.
Externally, the cottage benefits from an enclosed front garden, off-road parking and several outbuildings, including one with early-stage conversion work, a former distillery building and a livestock shed. The surrounding land is laid to grass and divided into fenced fields.
Lot 2 – The Bothy At 2 Lettan - The Bothy is a traditional stone-built Orkney cottage full of original features, including a traditional box bed. Set within 12 acres of land, it requires complete renovation but offers exceptional potential in a truly spectacular coastal setting.
The land forms a single grass field stretching directly from the cottage down to a stunning white sandy beach, with private access to the shoreline — a rare chance to secure a home in one of Sanday’s most remarkable locations.
Lot 3 – Land Near 2 Lettan - This lot comprises approximately 3.2 acres of grassland in a single field, with access from a road running to the side. Ideal for grazing, hobby farming or as additional land to complement either of the adjoining properties.
Sanday - Sanday is easily accessible by regular ferry service or flight from Kirkwall. Located to the north-east of the Orkney Mainland, it is the third largest of the Orkney Islands and is renowned for its stunning sandy beaches and strong sense of community. Local amenities include a well-stocked shop, a thriving junior high school, two hotels and a vibrant craft hub with café.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- A
- Date Posted
- 2026-09-01
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 70 Homes with Land listings in Scotland (10+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
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Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
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- Sewerage
- Septic Tank / Private
Rights & Restrictions
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Property Features
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
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Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
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Nearest Schools
Primary
- North Ronaldsay Primary School5 miles
- Pupils
- 5
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Sanday Community School6.4 miles
- Pupils
- 29
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Stronsay Junior High School14 miles
- Pupils
- 21
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Eday Primary School15 miles
- Pupils
- 10
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Papa Westray Community School17 miles
- Pupils
- 7
- Type
- Non-denominational
Secondary
- Sanday Community School6.4 miles
- Pupils
- 25
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Stronsay Junior High School14 miles
- Pupils
- 16
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Westray Junior High School20 miles
- Pupils
- 35
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Kirkwall Grammar School29 miles
- Pupils
- 861
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Stromness Academy38 miles
- Pupils
- 338
- Type
- Non-denominational
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
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Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Walking trail
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Getting Around
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Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
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- Ground risks (included in the full report)
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