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About this property
Historic Setting: Waterfront House in Kirkwall offers a unique stay within a historic building. The adults-only guest house features sea views and a private beach area. Beachfront Amenities: Guests enjoy beachfront access, a private beach area, and free WiFi. The property includes a lounge, fitness room, outdoor seating, and bicycle parking. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms offer air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and sea views. Additional amenities include bathrobes, streaming services, and a spa bath. Convenient Location: Located 14 km from Kirkwall Airport, the guest house is near attractions such as Maeshowe (6 km) and Skara Brae (18 km). Free on-site private parking is available.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Fast free WiFi (228 Mbps)
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Private beach area
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Adrian
United Kingdom“Everything, the hottub bath, the view, the welcome pack.” - Rosemary
United Kingdom“Waterfront tidal location Great mainland base Selection of welcome food and drink Interior design choice (apart from bedding) Parking Helpful host” - Sharon
Australia“Breakfast was great position was very good bus service at the door” - Angela
United Kingdom“Our host Kim was wonderful and shared lots of local knowledge with us. The breakfast area was kept well stocked and has lovely views over the bay. the room was very comfortable, quiet and beautifully presented. Ideally situated between Stromness...” - Vittorio
Switzerland“The welcome was great, we got accommodated in any possible way, from the check in time to find delicious treats from the Isle in the room. The owner helped us with suggestions on what to do and where to eat (she also put the washing machine at our...” - Walter
United Kingdom“Location was excellent to explore the Mainland. The views from the room were breathtaking” - Karen
United Kingdom“Lovely room, with beautiful view right on to the water. Kim was really helpful and friendly. We really appreciated the breakfasts and food left in the room on arrival. The location, about half way between Kirkwall and Stromness is very convenient....” - Colin
United Kingdom“A superb stay at this wonderful accommodation. Kim was very welcoming. We were blown away by the standard of the accommodation. The big window gave stunning views. The breakfast arrangements were excellent. We also brought food for an evening meal...”
Geoff
United Kingdom“Waterfront House is a guest house on the sea shore north of Kirkwall. There are just two rooms. Ours was large, clean and comfortable with a view directly over the sea - we were watching curlews feeding on the foreshore. The house fronts on to the...”- Angela
United Kingdom“Liked the relaxed atmosphere, views, breakfast arrangement, it looked fresh and clean, TV in the bathroom”
Quality rating
Hosted by Kim

Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
License number: D, OR00129F