Swinister Old Haa, Sandwick

Single storey and attic, 3-bay symmetrical laird's house. Harl-pointed rubble walls.

Presiding over Swinister Voe, the Old Haa sits at the end of an ayre like other haas in the northern mainland forming a strong visual and historic focus in this spectacularly scenic area. Swinister Old Haa is a rare survivor of late 18th century Shetland life, being single storey with a high wallhead concealing an attic which has not been altered by the addition of dormers.(Historic Scotland)

27 June 2014: External inspection finds the building a roofless shell. Wallheads are exposed and walls are damaged at gables along the lines of flues.

5 October 2022: External inspection finds that the building appears to be in similar condition to previous site visit. Assessment is limited to a distance due to access.