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Little White Cottage beside a Sandy Beach
As featured in series 10 of BBC's 'Shetland', Spindrift is deal for those who enjoy beaches, walks, birdwatching and dramatic cliffs. 'Spindrift' is a traditional white 2-bedroom cottage situated almost on a sheltered sandy beach. Levenwick is conveniently located on the South Mainland of Shetland, half way between Lerwick and Sumburgh Airport and close to many attractions. It has a regular bus service. From Spindrift you can stroll to the beach, launch boats from the sand and take cliff walks.
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Unique beachfront retreat great view quiet central
Bain’s Beach cosy central retreat overlooks the harbour and natural urban beach in the historical and picturesque ‘sooth end’ of the quiet, quaint area of old Lerwick. Perfect for wild swimming with amazing sea-views of sea-going vessels, wildlife, seabirds, seals and occasional orcas! Close to high street shops, eateries, cinema, museum and coastal walks. Ideal retreat for annual Lerwick Up Helly Aa, Shetland Folk Festival, Shetland Wool Week and many local cultural, nature and music events.
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Waddle Self Catering
The Waddle is a traditional Shetland croft house, refurbished to offer a homely and comfortable stay for guests. Situated in a peaceful, quiet, remote location just over a mile from the nearby village of Walls, tucked in under the hill overlooking a sea-loch, it's a perfect place to enjoy Shetlands wildlife, scenery, peace and freedom. The Waddle is situated on an active croft. We have approximately 250 sheep with lambing in the spring, silage baling in the summer and feeding in the winter.
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Driftwood Cottage
This traditional cottage has been recently renovated to provide a modern, quirky and cosy home away from home. A scenic, relaxing setting to get away from it all and a great base for exploring Shetland. With magnificent sea views, Driftwood provides beautiful coastal walks from your doorstep. During the summer months, your nearest neighbours are Shetland ponies who may peer over the fence to say hello. There's plenty of outdoor space to enjoy watching local wildlife along the shoreline.
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Old Moorens
Old Moorens is a cosy, traditional crofthouse on the rugged and beautiful West-side of Shetland. Charming and full of character, the house is situated only 200 metres from a quiet, shingly beach with beautiful sunset views. As well as this, it is only a short, 5 minute walk, to the main West-side bus route. The perfect base for exploring the many attractions Shetland has to offer in all seasons. Fresh, light and airy in the summer months with a wood burning stove for the colder nights.
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Spectacular Shetland Waterside Location
Located at the very heart of Shetland, with spectactular views & abundant nature, Orwick Lodge is a great base for exploring the Shetland Islands. Minutes from quiet rural beaches, the famous Hams o Roe, trying to spot an otter passing the window or waking up to Shalders on the patio, in 2018 Shetland had 2 pods of Orcas circumnavigating the islands. At evening you can enjoy the award winning Frankies fish & chips, enjoy complimentary mussels from our farm, or seek out Shetland music.
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Studio apartment with sea view.
Set on the hillside with stunning sea views and sunsets to the west of Shetland including Foula and Scalloway. Contemporary, ground floor, studio apartment with sofa bed , cot or camp bed for baby or child(bed linen), mini kitchen (fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, microwave), bathroom (towels) ,smart TV, free wifi. Patio doors lead on to decking and lovely garden. Parking. Five minutes drive to beautiful Meal Beach, 10 minutes to Lerwick. Walking distance to Scalloway. On bus route.
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Mavine Cottage, Lerwick, Shetland
A cosy stone built cottage, circa 1800, in a superb location on the outskirts of Lerwick. Gorgeous sea view, with the Sands of Sound beach just down the road and great access to coastal walks. Easy walking distance to Tesco and the Clickimin Leisure Complex, with Lerwick town centre only 1.25 miles away. There's a well equipped kitchen with a pully for drying clothes and also a good size living room. Mavine Cottage is a great base from which to explore all Shetland has to offer.
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Sea Winds, Lerwick townhouse with sea views.
Sea Winds, is a newly renovated c. 1760 two-storey listed townhouse located in the picturesque south end of Commercial Street, Lerwick. With beautiful open views over Bain's Beach, you can enjoy life by the sea with all the modern comforts of the house has to offer, including a wood burning stove. Close to the BBC series 'Shetland 'Jimmy Perez' home', and minutes walk from the shops, restaurants and pubs in Lerwick, Sea Winds makes an excellent base to tour the isles.
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Dalmore Apartment
We welcome you into this newly built modern apartment and hope you enjoy your stay! Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space with all desirable amenities to hand. Located in Hamnavoe on Shetlands 'West Side' a 15 minute drive from Lerwick with bus service available. There is a local shop & marina 1 minute walk away including 'Shetland Sea Adventures' who offer boat charters & day trips to the island of Foula. Meal Beach is a very scenic 10 minute walk away.
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Lunna Pier Camping Pod
Enjoy the natural beauty surrounding this historic getaway. On Shetlands beautiful coastline at the Home of the famous historic Shetland Bus Operation. enjoy a peaceful stay at a stunning remote location, 3 miles from village of Vidlin 25 Miles N. from Lerwick, 16 miles S.E from Brae. Pod Features: Well equipped Kitchen, induction hob. fridge, microwave, kettle & toaster. Compact shower, Toilet, TV, Free WiFi.Cosy living space for a comfortable camping experience
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Luxe Coastal Retreat Near Shops & Castle, Parking
Wake up to sweeping harbour views at The Bulwark, a prime waterfront retreat in the heart of Shetland. Overlooking the sea and just moments from shops, cafés and historic landmarks, this peaceful home blends coastal charm with modern comfort. Enjoy scenic views, a fully equipped kitchen, a cosy log burner and relaxing living spaces ideal for families or couples. A central yet tranquil base for exploring Shetland’s coastline, heritage and vibrant town life.
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Harbour Haven
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Breiwick Bay Panorama - 10 min walk to town centre
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Lerwick Lets - 4 Browns Road
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Dog friendly, sea view, cosy apartment
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Modern Central Lerwick Apartment - Walk to Harbour
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Voortrekker - Quinni Geo Apartment with Spa area
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Auld lifeboat station
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3 Bed house in Hamnavoe Burra
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Da Crubbit
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Charming 3 Bedroom Home | Stunning Sea Views
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Bank's Cottage
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3 Bed Townhouse, central Lerwick
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Rocklea
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Renovated chapel in Vidlin, Shetland
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Lofthouse apartment in central Lerwick
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Fabulous New Seaview Apartment
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Dalmore Apartment
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Unique beachfront retreat great view quiet central
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