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Polrudden Guest House

The Bothy - Kirkwall

Unlike many properties which are self-catering are merely available by the week our company is happy to offer rental by the night or per week, whichever suits your schedule best.  Prices range between £300 - £350 per or £55-£65 per night(min 3 nights) week. Then you're near by should you want to see our magnificent St Magnus Cathedral (trip times ) Earls & Bishops Palaces , Orkney Museum, Highland Park Distillery additionally the numerous regional shops in the primary street (find a variety here. The Pickaquoy centre is alsonearby, with pool, cinema, kids tasks and so on.  Kirkwall has a bus that is great to other areas of Orkney in the West and East Mainland, coach timetables right here you may also hop on a ferry from Kirkwallto one of the outer isles, simply click for Orkney Ferries timetablesand here for places to go to . We've several other accommodation options: The Peedie Hostel -£2 single rooms, 4 double bedded spaces, 2 x 4 sleep family members or dorm spaces The Chapel ; self catering, sleeps 2 (1 room) The Hoose - self catering, rests 4 (2 rooms - king-size bed that is twice an inferior bed room with 2 bunks) Royal Oak Guest House - 8 ensuite spaces in a purpose-built guest home, mixture of twin/double/family and solitary.

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Peedie Hostel

ACCOMMODATION:   2 solitary rooms  4 twin bedded rooms  2 x 4 sleep family or dorm spaces  FACILITIES:   3 kitchens - all fully equipped including fridge, cooker, microwave and range that is conventional. One of the kitchens has a washing device and tumble dryer (coin operated). Washing lines in the courtyard may be used.  Free wireless access that is internet property.  Free on-street parking adjacent to your building.  3 bathrooms.  Residents lounge with large screen that is flat (some spaces have their TVs).  Linen - linen (except towels) supplied. Towels may be provided on ask for a fee that is small.  We also have a couple of luggage lockers for departing guests who would like to keep their belongings whilst going out for your day but that are maybe not staying the night that is next. Key rental of these lockers is £1.00.  Each room features its own key together with hostel and its facilitiesare open 24/7 giving guests freedom that is complete their stay. We additionally realize that travel to and from Orkney often involves checking in or out at odd times which will be accomodated,However then you must prebook at the very least 24 hours in advance The Peedie Hostel iswithin walkingdistance of all that Kirkwall provides if you want to arrive after 9pm. You can visit our magnificent St Magnus Cathedral (seeSt Magnus Cathedral tour times), Earls & Bishops Palaces Kirkwall , Orkney Museum,Highland Park Distillery andthe numerous local stores on the street that is primary can find out morehere  ThePickaquoy Centre  is alsonearby, with pool, cinema, children tasks and so forth. Kirkwall has a bus that is great to many other regions of Orkney into the western and East Mainland, visit here fortimetables You could hop on a ferry from Kirkwallto among the external isles, see Orkney Ferries for timetables.

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Heatherlea Bed & Breakfast

We offer fashionable, newly refurbished bedrooms. Each with ensuite and a great amount of area to operate or relax. Our rooms are built to be modern, with all facilities you may need, yet with an Orkney that is unmistakable feel. Heatherlea is a walk that is short Kirkwalls many places of interest. The Cathedral and also the Orkney Museum are specific favourites of ours. The majority of Orkneys attractions are easy to reach by public transport from Heatherlea Bed and Breakfast. We have been pleased to advise on great day trips if you are likely to check out other Orkney Islands during your stay, Heatherlea is a 5 moment stroll through the ferry ports. Kirkwall airport is not as much as ten minutes in a taxi from Heatherlea.

Fairhaven B & B

Fairhaven B & B is purpose built. We have 3 rooms which are en-suite which were refurbished for 2015. The spaces are serviced day-to-day and in addition include tea/coffee facilities which are making biscuits, Wi-Fi, television with DVD player, towels, toiletries, and individually controlled heating. Hairdryer available on demand additionally the use of a microwave and fridge/freezer available in the diningroom. Many of these ongoing services are comprehensive of your room fee. We offer a selection that is wide of choices. Us know when booking when you yourself have special dietary needs please do let. We stock a wide collection of details about Orkney and now we can provide you the many benefits of our local knowledge of Orkney if you may need it as we reside on-site. We've private auto parking and they are a 10-15 stroll that is minute Kirkwall town centre and five minutes from Highland Park Distillery. Fairhaven B & B is a accommodation that is non-smoking preserving Scottish Law.

High Park Lodges

Owned by an Orcadian family with a wealth of expertise site visitors that are inviting the hawaiian islands, High Park provides four two bedroomed Scandinavian-style timbered holiday lodge all completely prepared to make certain comfort and luxury. With its views over the historic destinations of this Royal Burgh of Kirkwall, known for the cathedral (St Magnus Cathedral tour times)and museums and palaces, (includingEarls & Bishops PalacesandOrkney Museum)it's the beds base that is perfect an Orkney getaway and the opportunity to see such treasures as Scapa Flow and the rock Age town of Skara Brae as well as the tradition and wildlife regarding the isles.  Restaurants, pubs as well as other entertainments are within walking distance or a drive that is quick while next door is the visitor centre of Highland Park Distillery which for two hundreds of years has reported to be the globes many northerly distillery.  Each vacation lodge has control that is total heating and a safe parking area, providing suitable, family-friendly environments for groups or people requiring either leisure or company accommodation.  The immaculately equipped kitchen areas include oven/hob, microwave oven, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washer/drier, coffee machine plus the crockery that is usual as well as other utensils.  The lounges which are bright quality furniture and furnishings on solid oak floor coverings, with flatscreen Freeview televisions and DVD players.  The two bungalows which are bedroomed resting accommodation for up to four people. Electricity, towels and home bedding are included.  Short Breaks can be found. Please contact us directly.

Avalon Guest House

Avalon Guest home can be found in the borders of Kirkwall, Orkney overlooking Kirkwall Bay. Avalon is a contemporary, purpose-built quality that is high & Breakfast accommodation.  There are 5 guest that is spacious - 2 dual spaces with king-size beds, 2 twin rooms and a family space (sleeping up to 4)  Prices start from £70 single occupancy, £90 per room B&B in the doubles and twins and £120 for the household space B&B.  Avalon has its car that is very own parking and it is just 20 minutes walk from Kirkwall centre. Orkney's capital Kirkwall, is 1 mile from the property, where you could visitEarls & Bishops Palaces Kirkwall , St Magnus Cathedral (St Magnus Cathedral tour times ),Orkney Museum,Highland Park DistilleryandScapa Distillery , to name some of the attractions in city. There are lots of eateries, pubs, cafes additionally in Kirkwall, you can morehere discover. In the event that climate is not too type, The Pickaquoy Centre offers indoor that is excellent such as a swimming pool, cinema, different exerciseclasses and young ones entertainment. See more pools that are swimming fitness centers on this website link. The center of Neolithic Orkney is a 25 min drive from Avalon Guest home, going to the West Mainlandwhere you can visitSkara Brae,Maeshowe,Ring of BrodgarandStanding Stones of Stenness. A drive that is further of minutes will require one to theBrough of Birsay,Broch of GurnessandEarls Palace Birsay. Take periods through the internet sites and simply take a stroll through the cobbled streets of Stromness, visit thePier Arts Centre , Stromness Museum orNess Battery .  For art enthusiasts, you will want to follow theCreative Trail or look at the Orkney that is innovative and Arts & Crafts sites. There's also the Orkney Nature Festival you might be thinking about. If you are keen on golf, there are three courses which can be 18-hole the mainland,Stromness driver,Kirkwall Golf Cluband Southern Ronaldsay Golf Club. 

Buan House

 Buan House is found 8 miles from both Kirkwall and Stromness and this location that is main quick access to any or all the primary internet sites of interest whether you are interested in archaeology or bird watching. Although this incredibly roomy four room home (over 200m2) is completed to a standard that is luxurious is created in a conventional style but with modern technology - the heating is provided by a ground source heat pump plus the water is heated by solar panel systems.  Made to sleep up to 8 individuals. Facilities include:   4 rooms, two doubles with king-size beds (both en-suite), two twins, household bathroom.  Kitchen-diner with dishwasher, US style fridge-freezer, induction hob, range and microwave  Large loungewith two luxurious fabric 4-seater sofas, 50 wide-screen TV with integrated Freeview and a DVD player, selection of books, games and DVDs.  Conservatory facing the sun night.  Utility room with automatic washer and tumble dryer  The ground supply heat pump helps to ensure that the homely household is obviously warm.  All bedding and electricity are provided cost-free  With families in your mind, a chair that is high travel cot are offered at Buan House.  Take pleasure in the use of a garden that is large to the front side of your home ; and a great amount of parking space for the vehicles.  Strictly no smoking inside the house.  As Buan House can be found in farmland, animals are unfortunately banned.  Beautiful views out of every window  we're a farm that is working prime Orkney beef cattle. You will observe them in the areas all over the home and at you along with they have been friendly creatures they'll probably come to take a look. Orkney's money Kirkwall, is a drive that is quick where you are able to visitEarls & Bishops Palaces Kirkwall , St Magnus Cathedral (St Magnus Cathedral tour times ),Orkney Museum,Highland Park DistilleryandScapa Distillery , to name a few of the destinations in city. There are numerous eateries, pubs, cafes also in Kirkwall, you can morehere learn. If the climate isn't too friendly, theThe Pickaquoy Centre offers indoor that is excellent such as for instance a swimming pool, cinema, various exerciseclasses and kids activity. One's heart of Neolithic Orkney can be perhaps not far from Buan House, maneuvering to the West Mainlandwhere you can visitSkara Brae,Maeshowe,Ring of BrodgarandStanding Stones of Stenness. A drive that is further of 15 minutes will require you to theBrough of Birsay,Broch of GurnessandEarls Palace Birsay. Take periods through the sites and simply take a stroll through the cobbled streets of Stromness, visit thePier Arts Centre ,Stromness Museum orNess Battery .  For craft enthusiasts, why not follow theCraft Trail and for nature lovers please visitRSPB Orkney facebook pagefor additional information or check out theMap of Orkney RSPB Reserves. If you are keen on golf, there are three 18 opening courses on the mainland,Stromness Golf Club,Kirkwall Golf ClubandSouth Ronaldsay Golf Club.

Rowan Cottage

We wish to welcome you to Rowan Cottage, Finstown. Awell appointed 4 celebrity property with 2 rooms (sleeping 3) with fabulous views throughout the Bay of Firth. Selling prices from £350 - £475 per week. We're in a spot that is fantastic visiting the sights in Orkney such as for example Skara Brae, Maeshowe, Ring of Brodgar and so forth as Finstown can be found midway between the towns of Stromness and Kirkwall ( 7 miles) and it is the cross roads for the country bus solutions. For several fishermen, cyclists, outdoor adventurers, bird watchers-there is ashed that might be suitable for fishing weather that is rods/waders/wet etc. Accommodtion consist of two bedrooms, one with double bed as well as the other with single and guest bed. Big plan that is open and lounge area. Bathroom facilities with shower only. The cottage is electrically heated with storage heaters and heaters that are specific all rooms. We now have wooden decking at the front of cottage with seating so on a evening that is nice can stay out and revel in the view. Welcome pack provided for guests ( local bread, milk and biscuits). There is certainly a village store, pub, postoffice, garage with fuel solutions in Finstown.  

Atlantis Lodges

You can find 8 x 2-person lodges (1 bedroomed), each situated on the ground flooring ; a galley is had by the lounge kitchen area as well as the dining table is beside the screen, which looks out over the bay. There are 4 x family lodges (2 bedroomed), each situated regarding the top flooring regarding the building The lounge/diner is bigger than the 2-person lodge in addition has a galley kitchen area below it, and. The dining table is beside the screen, which appears down on the bay of Firth. Kitchens in all lodges are well equipped with microwave range, electric cooker, ample tableware and cooking utensils. Other facilities: radio alarms, TV with freeview and DVD, CD player, WiFi and network protection that is mobile. Linen and towels offered. There clearly was an laundry that is on-site visitors. Our accommodation that is modern is located in Finstown, just off the A965 primary Kirkwall to Stromness road. This gives access that is great transportation links to and within Orkney. The Lodges are a base that is excellent exploring Orkney. From here, there is access that is simple the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage website and its archaeological treasures, such as for instance Skara Brae Maeshowe Ring of Brodgar and Standing Stones of Stenness.  The Lodges are set regarding the shoreline, because of the Heddle that is heather-covered Hill up behind. Seals, otters, eider ducks and wading that is most are frequently observed in the area, as well as short-eared owls and hen harriers up on the hill. The Cuween Cairn, a Stone Age monument, stands in the mountain above Finstown. Excavations here uncovered 24 dog skulls, suggesting they had significance that is special the Neolithic individuals. The Cairn additionally commands a view that is wonderful the Bay of Firth towards the North Isles - the short walk is definitely worth the effort! The West Mainland has so much to provide within simple reach - lovely walks, sandy beaches, RSPB nature reserves, trout fishing loch, local museums, art workshops and tearooms. There are ferries towards the islands which can be outlying Tingwall (Rousay, Egilsay, Wyre)), Houton (Hoy, Flotta and Graemsay) and Kirkwall (Eday, Sanday, Stronsay, Westray). Beyond Kirkwall lies the East Mainland, Deerness together with connected South Isles, reached via the historic barriers which can be churchill. Ideally located in the centre of most this are the Atlantis Lodges - right in the heart of Orkney! 

Orkney Self Catering - Firth Bay Bungalows

The bungalows are a crescent of comfortable homes maintained to a standard that is high each featuring two well-proportioned rooms with a settee bed into the lounge. A contemporary and home that is fully equipped built-in electric cooker and range, microwave oven, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washing machine/dryer causes the dining area. Sliding doors separate the dining room from the sitting room, which looks away throughout the Bay of Firth. French doorways open on to your front side that is very own patio that will be furnished with chairs and an outdoor patio table. Each bungalow has a carport leading down to a area that is dryingwith seating and washing line). Bungalow 5 is wheelchair friendly. The bathroom has an area that is wet (no bath) Orkney is famous for the standard of its environment and richness of its history. The small, calm town of Finstown - where in actuality the Boathouse is situated - is mid-way between Kirkwall and Stromness, Orkney's two primary towns. There clearly was a shop, postoffice, pub, art gallery and riding that is cruan nearby. A few of our customers' favourites will be the monuments which can be ancient the center of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site, such as Skara Brae Maeshowe Ring of Brodgar and Standing Stones of Stenness. Here, you'll see the rock that is enigmatic Age, testament to a lost civilisation. You'll be able to go to the Ness of Brodgar , where digs that are archaeological ongoing. The Cuween Cairn, on a hillside above Finstown, commands a view that is wonderful the Bay of Firth towards the North Isles ; its well worth the effort! We're an family that has experience, with knowledgeable staff who is able to help you to plan your stay.  

The positioning is extremely peaceful with exemplary views throughout the Cathedral and city and Wideford Hill based on which space you might be in....near the city centre, is straight below the greens and then home to the activities centre.  A ten moment walk shall simply take you to definitely the centre also to the ferry terminals serving the North Isles. A large vehicle that is personal can be acquired for visitor usage.  Information available on all trip that is local and activities is available in our living area. All rooms are en-suite with tea/coffee facilities that are making color television, locks driers and footwear cleansing facilities.  Ground floor spaces are for sale to those who find stairs difficult. Make sure to mention this whenever scheduling costs are: Single space: £60-£70 per room Twin/Double: £75-£80 per space Family: £85 - £95 per space

Pickaquoy Centre has activities, arts, meeting and facility that is social with a six lane 25 metre pool and split leisure pool with enjoyable water features and slide.The pool has a changing village making household swimming easier and offers enjoyable sessions also facilities for lots more serious swimmers.There can be a cinema within the complex and Jungle World which can be the actual only real soft play area on Orkney where children can let down stream with a play frame for less than 8 year olds plus a different toddler area too.There are plenty of other sports and tasks too including climbing, roller skating and laser quest and parties can be found if you would like make use of Jungle World, the pool, the laser zone or rollerskating areas to commemorate.

Pickaquoy Centre

The Orkney Museum tells the tale of Orkney, through the Stone Age, towards the Picts and Vikings, right through to your time that is current. There clearly was an assortment that is big of photos and there are activities to amuse more youthful site visitors.

The Orkney Museum

Fossils and stones from Orkney and beyond, housed in nineteenth century farm structures including fossils of strange and now-extinct fish which lived in Lake Orcadie 385 million years back, illustrations which bring to life the fish as well as the globe they inhabited, a schedule to mention the enormous timescale in which planets are created, stones and fossils kind, whole continents move and a research of Orkney geology, the rocks of Orkney and exactly how the landscape we come across today had been formed.In the brand new Earth Gallery, there is also a dinosaur display with a tiny collection of fossils and factual statements about these amazing beasts and check out the radiance space out which utilizes UV light to produce fluorescent stones in tints maybe not visually noticeable to the naked eye.There can also be a cafe and gift shop at the Fossil and Heritage Centre.

Fossil and Heritage Centre

Orkan activities offer Battlefield Live, Paint balling and Clay Pigeon Shooting found at a WW2 Gun Emplacement on Burray Island plus there is certainly a variety that is driving they provide motorboat trips through the marina too. Paintballing are played by anybody over 12 yrs . old. But, they state that Battlefield Live is played by anyone of any age and this location provides realism not found in an battle that is interior live is a laser combat simulation game of stealth. Each player is offered a gun that fires a beam of light and a hat with sensors you will get shot about it that react whenever. The firearms are programed for various quantities of everyday lives so that players is eradicated. There is absolutely no reduced age limit for the laser label, you merely have to be big enough to wield the weapon!For clay pigeon shooting, Orkan Adventures offer Clay Pigeons, a trap, four Shotguns and cartridges. Or if tennis is more your thing, the driving range is situated underneath the wind turbine at The Northfield, Burray, about a 15 minutes drive from Kirkwall.It is preferred if you wish to be a part of Battlefield Live or Paint balling as there are strict minimal and maximum figures to make the games run precisely which you book ahead of time.

Orkan Adventures

The Pier Arts Centre offers permanent exhibitions and an all year round programme of changing exhibitions and events for the training and satisfaction regarding the public that is general this Arts Centre regarding the pier in Stromess.Holiday Workshops and household activities are organised regularly concentrating on the Pier Arts Centre collections. Places are limited on christmas workshops so scheduling is important.

The Pier Arts Centre

Scapa Flow Visitor Centre and Museum informs the story regarding the anchorage that is naval World Wars 1 and 2. Find out concerning the Royal Oak disaster and view the files of war-time photographs.Audio visual shows illustrate the annals of Scapa Flow, plus there are childrens activities, a present store and cafe.

Scapa Flow Visitor Centre and Museum

In 1850 crazy storms ripped the grass from a top dune called Skara Brae, exposing a village that is neolithic! Now an integral part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site ,your household can experience a vivid impression regarding the realities of a town that is prehistoric a real picture of life around 5,000 years ago, including ancient homes fitted with rock furniture!. An visitor that is informative provides touch-screen presentations plus event area and audio visual room, with fun fact-finding quizzes for kids and grownups and a way to see artefacts discovered throughout the exciting archaeological excavations into the 1970s. The feeling of buried significance waiting can be found tends to interest all young ones! There's also a cafe (which could have restricted opening hours into the cold weather) and a well gift that is stocked selling locally made souvenirs and crafts. Then it's worth noting that it's regarding the nationwide pattern Network, so you can have a mini adventure simply getting there if you should be in your community!

Skara Brae Prehistoric Village

Kirbuster Museum may be the final un-restored exemplory instance of a firehoose that is traditional Northern European countries where there is a central hearth and a rock neck bed.The website also offers an Edwardian parlour and Victorian Gardens. The implement shed contains an accumulation of farming memorabilia. Site visitors can enjoy a game title of gaining the green and additionally explore the Trowie that is new Trail the trunk yard.

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