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 Castleyards Apartment 12

12 Castleyards, Kirkwall, KW15 1TG, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 10.0/10! (score from 22 reviews)

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9.4
Wonderful
22 reviews

host very helpful, but I think others would benefit with a bit more detailed explanation of the way to get to flat, and how the lock box works. Google maps mis-locates it, and the lock box seemed common sense but I needed neighbour to open it. Room was very good, and actually more than I really needed...location was excellent.

Richard Canada

The location was ideal, standard of apartment is superb, plenty shops, bars, cafes within 5 mins walk, 150 meters from cathedral and town centre. Taxi rank 150 meters from door for further locations.

Graham United Kingdom

Would have been super easy to collect the keys if I had known how to work the key code!! Know now!The location was very handy for the shops and restaurants and the apartment was very clean and well equipped.

David United Kingdom

The location was perfect, a two minute walk from the town centre with all essential shops close by. Kirkwall has lots of small independent, quality shops & eateries, there’s no shortage of banks too.

William United Kingdom

Absolutely brilliant good location and spotless everything you need a gem hope to return

Margaret United Kingdom

The apartment is very central so it is easy to get to anything in Kirkwall, the tourist information and bus station are just across the road! They have got everything you need in the kitchen if you're cooking. The sofa was so comfy to curl up in after a day out in the fresh air. The owner gave clear instructions and was available to help.

Fiona United Kingdom

The host was very helpful and more than ready to come and repair the lights when asked, even though he lived some distance away.

Gavin Australia

Position was really great. Kitchen was adequate as was the bathroom except for the shower. See comment below.

Heather Australia

The location, workmanship, layout and decor. It was special to arrive late at night and be welcomed by the lovely gas fire. Would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone to stay.

Cliff Australia

Great place to stay. Everything we needed was equipped and David, the owner of this apartment, was kindly reply to my inquiry.

Anonymous United Kingdom
9.4
Wonderful
22 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “host very helpful, but I think others would benefit with a bit more detailed explanation of the way to get to flat, and how the lock box works.”
    Richard Richard Canada Canada
  • “The location was ideal, standard of apartment is superb, plenty shops, bars, cafes within 5 mins walk, 150 meters from cathedral and town centre. Taxi rank 150 meters from door for further locations.”
    Graham Graham United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Would have been super easy to collect the keys if I had known how to work the key code!!”
    David David United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The location was perfect, a two minute walk from the town centre with all essential shops close by. Kirkwall has lots of small independent, quality shops & eateries, there’s no shortage of banks too.”
    William William United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Absolutely brilliant good location and spotless everything you need a gem hope to return”
    Margaret Margaret United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The apartment is very central so it is easy to get to anything in Kirkwall, the tourist information and bus station are just across the road!”
    Fiona Fiona United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The host was very helpful and more than ready to come and repair the lights when asked, even though he lived some distance away.”
    Gavin Gavin Australia Australia
  • “Position was really great. Kitchen was adequate as was the bathroom except for the shower. See comment below.”
    Heather Heather Australia Australia
  • “The location, workmanship, layout and decor. It was special to arrive late at night and be welcomed by the lovely gas fire. Would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone to stay.”
    Cliff Cliff Australia Australia
  • “Great place to stay. Everything we needed was equipped and David, the owner of this apartment, was kindly reply to my inquiry.”
    United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.1
  • Facilities9.5
  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Comfort9.4
  • Value for money9.2
  • Location 10
  • Free WiFi8.3
High score for Kirkwall
Whole apartment
377 ft²
Size
Kitchen
City view
Washing machine

Offering free WiFi and city views, Castleyards Apartment 12 is a property located in Kirkwall. Featuring free private parking, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking and fishing.

The apartment features 1 separate bedroom, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and microwave, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured.

Highland Park Distillery is 1.3 miles from the apartment.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

Castleyards Apartment 12 has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jan 22, 2019

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Free parking
Free WiFi

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9.4
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Categories:
  • Staff9.1
  • Facilities9.5
  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Comfort9.4
  • Value for money9.2
  • Location 10
  • Free WiFi8.3
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  • Richard
    CanadaCanada
    “host very helpful, but I think others would benefit with a bit more detailed explanation of the way to get to flat, and how the lock box works. Google maps mis-locates it, and the lock box seemed common sense but I needed neighbour to open...”
  • Graham
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The location was ideal, standard of apartment is superb, plenty shops, bars, cafes within 5 mins walk, 150 meters from cathedral and town centre. Taxi rank 150 meters from door for further locations.”
  • David
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Would have been super easy to collect the keys if I had known how to work the key code!! Know now!The location was very handy for the shops and restaurants and the apartment was very clean and well equipped.”
  • William
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The location was perfect, a two minute walk from the town centre with all essential shops close by. Kirkwall has lots of small independent, quality shops & eateries, there’s no shortage of banks too.”
  • Margaret
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Absolutely brilliant good location and spotless everything you need a gem hope to return”
  • Fiona
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The apartment is very central so it is easy to get to anything in Kirkwall, the tourist information and bus station are just across the road! They have got everything you need in the kitchen if you're cooking. The sofa was so comfy to curl up in...”
  • Gavin
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The host was very helpful and more than ready to come and repair the lights when asked, even though he lived some distance away.”
  • Heather
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Position was really great. Kitchen was adequate as was the bathroom except for the shower. See comment below.”
  • Cliff
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The location, workmanship, layout and decor. It was special to arrive late at night and be welcomed by the lovely gas fire. Would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone to stay.”
  • A
    Anonymous
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Great place to stay. Everything we needed was equipped and David, the owner of this apartment, was kindly reply to my inquiry.”

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Managed by David

Company review score: 9.5Based on 96 reviews from 4 properties
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Hey I'm David and really look forward to helping you have the best possible stay in Orkney. I was born and bred in Orkney and am very proud of its reputation as the best place to live in the UK. Orkney is a unique and magical group of islands…. a place where you can look forward to being spellbound by its history, invigorated by its landscapes, relaxed by its atmosphere and warmly welcomed by its people ....and I'll do whatever I can to help you enjoy the best of what Orkney has to offer.

Property info

Castleyards Apartment 12 is a modern studio apartment situated in the heart of Kirkwall's town centre, and with free private parking it is ideally located for your stay in Orkney. The St Magnus Cathedral is just around the corner, with the Tourist Information and Travel Centre just across the road. From here you can easily explore the best of what Orkney has to offer. On street level Castleyards Apartment 12 is a bright and modern apartment, tastefully decorated throughout. The entrance hall leads to a fully equipped kitchen, and to an open plan dining and sitting room with sleeping area beyond. A bespoke fold-up (or Murphy Bed) can easily be folded against the wall to leave a larger, more open living area. The large screen TV is WiFi enabled with Netflix, YouTube etc. With all bed linen, towels, toiletries, teas, coffee's etc provided, along with WiFi throughout the apartment, you have everything you'll need for your stay in Orkney.

Neighborhood info

Orkney will immerse you in its rich tapestry of dramatic landscapes, amazing sunsets, stunning flora and fauna all mixed in with a rich culture 5,000 years in the making. Add this to one of the richest archaeological landscapes anywhere in the world, the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site, then you know you have arrived in a place like no other. From the spectacular and iconic Ring of Brodgar, to Maeshowe – the finest Neolithic tomb in Northern Europe, or the Neolithic settlement of Skara Brae – one of the best preserved groups of prehistoric houses in Western Europe, Orkney Apartments puts on the doorstep of Neolithic Orkney. You can even visit the live dig at The Ness of Brodgar – recently featured nationally on the BBC as well as the front cover of National Geographic magazine, this 3 hectare site filled with massive stone structures containing unique and spectacular finds is without parallel in Europe. Kirkwall itself boasts numerous shops and cafes, theatre, sports centre, 3D cinema, as well as 3 large supermarkets, and not forgetting Britain’s most northerly cathedral of St Magnus. We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful islands.....

Language Spoken

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Area Info *
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What's nearby
  • Highland Park Distillery
    1 miles
  • Maeshowe
    8.1 miles
  • Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray
    8.8 miles
  • Standing Stones of Stenness
    8.8 miles
  • Ness of Brogdar
    9 miles
  • Ring of Brogdar
    9.6 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Judith Glue Real Food Cafe and Restaurant
    0 miles
  • Cafe/Bar The Auld Motorhoose
    0 miles
Closest Airports
  • Kirkwall Airport
    2.6 miles
  • Westray Airport
    25.5 miles
  • Wick John O’Groats Airport
    36.5 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Castleyards Apartment 12

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
Freedom to eat when you want
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
Space for everyone to be together
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
Fun for everyone under one roof
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
Extra comfort
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
Sit back and relax
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor furniture
Activities
  • Horseback riding Off-site Additional charge
  • Diving Off-site Additional charge
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Fishing Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
  • Tennis court Off-site Additional charge
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Semi-detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
Languages Spoken
  • English
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4:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Castleyards Apartment 12

  • Castleyards Apartment 12 can accommodate this group size:

    • 2 guests

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  • Castleyards Apartment 12 is 650 feet from the center of Kirkwall.

  • Castleyards Apartment 12 has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

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  • Castleyards Apartment 12 offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Tennis court
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Castleyards Apartment 12 by:

    • Bus 15min

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