"Shona provided a lovely welcome pack including eggs, a home baked cake and various Orkney treats."
Jane from United Kingdom
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"Location was phenomenal."
Robert from United Kingdom
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"It was self-catering."
Robert from Ireland
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"The accommodation was warm, comfortable and relaxing it provided a superb base for exploring Orkney."
Jane from United Kingdom
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Ground-floor holiday home with sea and lake views, located halfway between Kirkwall and Stromness
Amenities & Services
Bachylis Self Catering provides free parking with accessible spaces on site. The property has a private entrance and includes a fully equipped kitchen with a washing machine. Guests receive a welcome pack with fresh farm eggs, milk, and Orkney treats upon arrival.
Accommodation
The two-bedroom house has a living room and sits on the ground floor. Large windows offer sea and lake views, and outdoor furniture is provided in the garden. The unit is heated and has a private bathroom.
Location & Access
Maeshowe is 9 km away, the Orkney Museum is 11 km from the property, and Kirkwall Airport is 14 km drive. Ring of Brodgar and the Neolithic World Heritage Site are roughly 10 minutes by car. A beach is a few minutes drive and visible from the house.
Host Hospitality
The host supplies a welcome tray with tea, coffee, and a home-baked cake. Fresh flowers and Orkney delicacies are placed in the cottage. Guests report the property as spotless and warm on arrival.
Guest Feedback
Couples and groups rate the stay 9 or 10 out of 10. Reviews highlight the convenience of the location between Kirkwall and Stromness for exploring the island. The cottage is described as cosy and furnished with everything needed for self-catering.
Highlights
Location: Halfway between Kirkwall and Stromness, 10 min from Ring of Brodgar
Accommodation: Two-bedroom ground-floor house with sea/lake views
Amenities: Welcome pack with fresh eggs, milk, and Orkney treats
Nearby: Maeshowe 9km, Orkney Museum 11km, Kirkwall Airport 14km
“The welcome here is genuinely warm, with thoughtful touches like local treats and fresh farm provisions awaiting arrival. Its position affords stunning, expansive views that change with the light, a constant, quiet delight. Set back yet remarkably close to key sites and amenities, it makes for an exceptionally comfortable base to explore.”
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Ukhighlands
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Bachylis Self Catering offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Two-Bedroom House
2 persons
75 m²
2 Single beds
Bathtub
Heating
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