Accommodation
The house shares a site with our own house and artists studio. We will normally be available to answer queries and to address any problems which may arise.
There is parking beside the house and additional parking outside the gate. Holmfield has an entrance hall with space to remove boots and hang coats. There’s a kitchen/dining room and a sitting room with two settees and a writing desk. The two bedrooms each have a double bed and large built in wardrobes. There is a shower room with an electric shower and a utility room with a washing machine and freezer.
Holmfield is a bright house, with all the rooms facing south or west you’ll get the sun when it comes out.
Holmfield has a collection of original art by Shetland and other artists. Our artists studio, Redhouss, next to Holmfield, is open to the public and you are welcome to visit. We produce silver jewellery, paintings and artists prints. Our own house is next door to Holmfield so you’ll be able to contact us easily if you have any questions.
There are usually friendly Shetland ponies grazing on our neighbours croft. From the house you can walk in the open countryside of East Burra and along the interesting coastline. The meadows around Holmfield are full of flowers in the summer and attract birdlife. We often see seals, and otters cross our land.
The following facilities ensure that your stay at Holmfield is comfortable and warm:
- FreeSat TV, radio, books, maps, games
- Free WiFi
- Storage heating with panel heaters in the bedrooms
- Integrated kitchen appliances:
dishwasher, ceramic hob, electric oven, fridge - Kitchen equipment for those who like to cook
- Microwave oven, toaster, kettle
- Iron, ironing board and hair dryers
- Freezer and washing machine
- Linen, towels and electricity are included
- Outside washing line
- Picnic set and rucksack
We provide a welcome pack comprising of coffee, tea, milk, butter, bread and cake.
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