Berstane House, Berstane Road, St Ola, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1SZ
- Land size
- 8 acres
- Bedrooms
- 13
- Bathrooms
- 12
Key Features
- WHAT3WORDS LOCATION: skies.teardrop.openings
- Positioned on the outskirts of Kirkwall, commanding sea views, yet within easy reach of town amenities.
- Approx. 8 acres of private grounds including gardens, woodland, lawns, coastal outlook.
- Historic stately home with period features — double glazed casement windows, ornate cornicing, multiple reception rooms and bedrooms.
- 7 separate dwellings, all currently let, ranging in size/type. Reliable income in place.
- Private driveway, ample parking, outbuildings/storage
- Private residence, investment, holiday accommodation, multi-generation living, or boutique hospitality subject to planning and consent.
- Famous explorer John Rae is understood to have a connection with Bertane House
Description
K Allan Properties are delighted to present Berstane House, a rare and impressive coastal estate. Thoughtfully positioned to offer uninterrupted sea views, the house enjoys privacy and prestige, while being only a few minutes’ drive from Kirkwall.
The main house is grand in scale, retaining many of its original features, and comprises generous reception areas, formal drawing room, dining room, kitchen, study/library, multiple bedrooms and bathrooms over upper floors, plus storage areas including cellar. Interior offers opportunity for modernisation while preserving character.
The estate includes seven properties in total, each with their own title-deed. This includes a grand stately home, with six self-contained properties, ranging from 4 small apartments and 2 larger apartments all with separate access and currently generating a steady income. Each property benefits from a private entrance with parking alongside.
SERVICES
Water - Mains
Electricity - Mains
Drainage - Mains
Heating - Oil central heating in the main dwelling at Berstane House and storage heaters in all the apartments
Council Tax:
Main House F
Flat 1 A
Flat 2 A
Flat 3 A
Flat 4 A
Seaview 1 C
Seaview 2 C
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VIEWINGS
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OFFERS TO
K Allan Properties
Watergate
Kirkwall
KW15 1PD
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
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- Date Posted
- 2026-01-29
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
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Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
- Septic Tank / Private
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Property Features
- Accessibility
- Lateral Living
- Parking
- Off-Street Parking
- Garden
- Garden
Market Value Analysis
Based on properties with houses in Scotland (5+ acres).
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