Skara Brae, Maes Howe, Scapa Flow, the Churchill Barriers, the Italian Chapel, the ring of Brodgar, the Old Man of Hoy, Tomb of the Eagles – all evocative names and places and all here close to this house on Orkney.
Rather like Orkney itself, this 19th century former inn is older than it appears with many layers with room after room. The house itself is full of character and is ideal for anyone seeking simple accommodation offering value for money.
Apart from one twin bedroom upstairs all the rooms are at ground level and include a very large sitting room with its own bar area, a commercial kitchen and gallery area, a dining room with table that seats 12 adults, a games room that can double up as an additional bedroom, a smaller TV room, a boot room, two double rooms, one twin room, one single room, two bathrooms and a shower room. With a private BBQ area and patio, the house enjoys panoramic views over Scapa Flow.
Ideal base for divers or those wishing to tour the many historic sites that only Orkney can provide – an unforgettable experience.
Ground floor
Entrance; large sitting room with TV and Video player and paraffin “fire”, with bar area; dining room that can seat 12 adults with wood burning stove; utility room; shower room with shower, wash hand basin and w.c; secondary kitchen area; larder; main kitchen; pool room/additional bedroom if required, with pool table and 2 fold-out beds available; bathroom, with bath, separate shower cabinet, wash hand basin and w.c; hall area with seating and TV; double room, with double bed with electric blanket and electric fire; boot room area with stairs; twin room with electric blankets and electric heating; single room with electric blanket and electric heating; bathroom, with bath with shower over, wash hand basin and w.c; double room, with double bed with electric blanket and electric heating;
First floor
Stairs; twin room with electric blankets, with space for a fold-out bed if required.
Entrance; large sitting room with TV and Video player and paraffin “fire”, with bar area; dining room that can seat 12 adults with wood burning stove; utility room; shower room with shower, wash hand basin and w.c; secondary kitchen area; larder; main kitchen; pool room/additional bedroom if required, with pool table and 2 fold-out beds available; bathroom, with bath, separate shower cabinet, wash hand basin and w.c; hall area with seating and TV; double room, with double bed with electric blanket and electric fire; boot room area with stairs; twin room with electric blankets and electric heating; single room with electric blanket and electric heating; bathroom, with bath with shower over, wash hand basin and w.c; double room, with double bed with electric blanket and electric heating;
First floor
Stairs; twin room with electric blankets, with space for a fold-out bed if required.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- 1 single bedroom/s with shared bathroom
- 2 double bedroom/s with shared bathroom
- 2 twin bedroom/s with shared bathroom
- Three additional fold out beds can be made available
Features, Facilities & Services
Linen; towels; electricity and an initial supply of logs for the wood burning stove are included within the rental.
- BBQ
- CD Player
- Cot
- DVD Player
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Fridge
- Gas Hob & Oven
- Gas/Electric Hob & Oven
- Ground floor accommodation
- Highchair
- Initial Supply of Logs
- Internet Access
- Microwave
- TV
- Telephone with Honesty System
- Washer Dryer
Please note that the owner lives on-site in a self-contained property to the rear of the house and can assist with any catering if required, with advance notice.
Special Features
- BBQ
- Catering quotes available on request
- Commercial Gas Cooker double oven
- Karoke machine with PA system
- Fishing
- Internet Access
- Pool Room
- Stunning views
- Woodburning Stove
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Nearest Attractions
- 1
Skara Brae
- 2
Maes Howe
- 3
Scapa Flow
- 4
The Churchill Barriers
- 5
Brown Trout Fishing (local permit required)
- 6
Sea Fishing
- 7
Glass Bottom Boat Trips
- 8
The Old Man of Hoy
- 9
Highland Park Distillery
- 10
RSPB reserves
Area: Highlands & Islands
Type of Location: Coastal
Nearest shop: 10 Miles
Nearest supermarket: 10 Miles
Nearest pub: 1 Mile
Type of Location: Coastal
Nearest shop: 10 Miles
Nearest supermarket: 10 Miles
Nearest pub: 1 Mile
Transport
Nearest Airport:
- Kirkwall 10 miles
Tick box(es) to select the week you'd like, then click Enquire.
This property books: Sunday - Sunday
This property books: Sunday - Sunday
| Booked | Reserved | Available | S/BRK | Short Breaks Available |
Short breaks and non-standard bookings - more information »
Pricing Information
Short break pricing displayed is a guideline only, based on bookings taken from Friday to Monday. Prices may fluctuate for breaks taken across seasons or for short breaks taken mid week. Accurate pricing will be provided on request.
| From | To | 7 night | 6 night | 5 night | 4 night | 3 night | 2 night | 1 night |
| 26/12/2010 | 02/01/2011 | £1600 | £1600 | £1600 | £1600 | £1600 | £1600 | £1600 |
Additional information:
Short breaks in High Season are only accepted for late availability
Short breaks in High Season are only accepted for late availability
Good Housekeeping Deposit
A £250 GHD is required to act as security when booking this property. Having met the terms of the lease the deposit will be returned.
A £250 GHD is required to act as security when booking this property. Having met the terms of the lease the deposit will be returned.
At A Glance
Sleeps: 9+3
5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
Books:
Sunday - Sunday
Travel:
7 miles Stromness
10 miles Kirkwall
Price (per week):
£950 to £1,600
Sleeps: 9+3
5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
Books:
Sunday - Sunday
Travel:
7 miles Stromness
10 miles Kirkwall
Price (per week):
£950 to £1,600
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