Cliffdale, Stronsay, Orkney
- Land size
- 2.7 acres
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
Description
Cliffdale is a charming two-bedroom detached cottage set within approximately 2.7 acres of beautifully maintained grounds in the peaceful island setting of Stronsay. Enjoying a truly exceptional coastal position with direct access to the beach and ownership extending to the low water line, this delightful home offers a rare opportunity to embrace island living in an idyllic and highly sought-after location.
KEY FEATURES
* Wood framed double glazed window
* Oil-fired Stanley stove heats the radiators
* 2 double bedrooms plus attic room accessed by pull-down ladder
* Dual aspect living room
* Modern fitted kitchen/diner
* Conservatory
* Large outbuilding with inspection pit
* Set in 2.7 acres or thereby with direct access to the beach and ownership to the low water line
* Beautiful, mature garden. Private driveway, parking and turning area
* Stronsay Junior High School and Kirkwall Grammar School catchment area
The accommodation comprises a bright conservatory, welcoming living room, modern kitchen/diner, bathroom and two generous double bedrooms, together with a useful attic room accessed via a pull-down ladder, providing valuable additional space for hobbies, storage or occasional use. Surrounding the property are attractive mature gardens, thoughtfully divided into a variety of sheltered areas with established planting and inviting seating spaces, creating the perfect setting to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. A substantial outbuilding with an inspection pit offers excellent versatility, with potential for workshop, storage or business use, subject to the necessary consents. Perfectly positioned between two stunning sandy beaches, Cliffdale combines spectacular coastal scenery with privacy, space and outstanding potential, making it a truly special property that must be viewed to be fully appreciated.
EXTRAS
Floor and window coverings, fridge freezer, washing machine and garden furniture are all included in the sale price.
LOCATION
Cliffdale enjoys a spectacular coastal setting on the island of Stronsay, renowned for its stunning scenery and peaceful lifestyle. The island offers an excellent range of local amenities including a junior high school catering for children up to the age of 16, two shops, a healthy living centre with swimming pool, hostel and café, and a hotel.
Stronsay is well connected to the Orkney Mainland by a daily roll-on/roll-off ferry service as well as regular air links, ensuring convenient access while retaining all the benefits of island living.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- B
- Date Posted
- 2026-07-11
Price history
| Date | Change | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9 Sep 2026 | Reduced 8.3% (−£20,000) | £220,000 |
| Until 9 Sep 2026 | Asking price | £240,000 |
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 442 Homes with Land listings in Scotland (1+ acres).
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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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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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Under 10 Mbps here
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Predicted 4G and 5G signal; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Stronsay Junior High School1.2 miles
- Pupils
- 21
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Eday Primary School5.8 miles
- Pupils
- 10
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Sanday Community School9.9 miles
- Pupils
- 29
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Shapinsay Community School11 miles
- Pupils
- 16
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Rousay Primary School13 miles
- Pupils
- 13
- Type
- Non-denominational
Secondary
- Stronsay Junior High School1.2 miles
- Pupils
- 16
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Sanday Community School9.9 miles
- Pupils
- 25
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Kirkwall Grammar School14 miles
- Pupils
- 861
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Westray Junior High School19 miles
- Pupils
- 35
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Stromness Academy25 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.
Schools are just the start: planning activity, heritage and any flood history here are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Walking trail
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
SEPA open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.
Rivers and the sea
Not at the pin: mapped about 50 metres away.
Surface water
Not at the pin: mapped about 20 metres away.
These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.
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