Harbour Cottage

Harbour Cottage, Ferry Road, Stromness, KW16 3AE, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>36</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
36 reviews

The property was perfect for our requirements as it was just opposite the ferry terminal and close to town centre. It was very well appointed and the beds were exceedingly comfortable with good quality bed linen and pillows. In fact, everything was of good quality. David was very helpful before we arrived and during our stay and it was a bonus that the cottage was ready for us when we came off the ferry. We loved Orkney and would like to visit again and the only place we will want to stay in is Harbour Cottage.

Riona United Kingdom
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Harbour Cottage

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  • Entire home
  • 861 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private Bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

Harbour Cottage offers accommodations in Stromness, 5.1 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 5.6 miles from Maeshowe. The vacation home, set in a building dating from 18th century, features free Wifi and free private parking. Outdoor dining is also possible at the vacation home. Featuring sea views, this vacation home also comes with a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster, as well as 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at Harbour Cottage will be able to enjoy activities in and around Stromness, like fishing and hiking. Ring of Brogdar is 6.1 miles from the accommodation, while Ness of Brogdar is 5.4 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Kirkwall Airport, 18 miles from Harbour Cottage.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
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  • Riona
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The property was perfect for our requirements as it was just opposite the ferry terminal and close to town centre. It was very well appointed and the beds were exceedingly comfortable with good quality bed linen and pillows. In fact, everything...”
  • Janice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Location could not have better- a few yards from the ferry terminal and looking onto the harbour. The cottage was very clean(top marks to cleaning staff),welcoming and comfortable,and was equipped with just about everything you could need. This...”
  • Jamie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Perfect location for a visit to Stromness and the Orkney Islands in general.”

Managed by David Harrold

Company review score: 9.6Based on 129 reviews from 4 properties
4 managed properties

Company info

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

An old fisherman’s cottage built with the help of some salvaged ships beams and masts, Harbour Cottage is one of Stromness’ original houses pre-dating any modern record keeping. Sitting on the harbour front and directly across from the Ferry Terminal and Travel Centre, it places you in the heart of the town known as The Venice of The North. With private parking directly outside, you are only a 5 minute drive from the heart of Neolithic Orkney and it’s globally renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site. Step inside Harbour Cottage and you’ll find a tastefully refurbished and unique house, with a separate kitchen/dining room leading to a sitting room with adjacent w/c and shower room downstairs. Upstairs are two double bedrooms with one overlooking the harbour front.

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. On your doorstep is Stromness with its beautiful stone piers leading from a cobbled street uncoiling like a sailors rope along the seafront, Harbour Cottage will provide you with an idyllic setting and perfect location to base your stay.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Harbour Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • 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
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Sitting area
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Radio
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    Food & Drink
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    Activities
    • Horseback riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Diving
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Bowling
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • Landmark view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Semi-detached
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Express check-in/out
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Harbour Cottage takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    From 12:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 8 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    No cribs or extra beds are available.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo American Express Cash is not accepted Harbour Cottage accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

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

    FAQs about Harbour Cottage

    • Yes, Harbour Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Harbour Cottage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Bowling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Horseback riding

    • Harbour Cottage is 1,300 feet from the center of Stromness. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Harbour Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Harbour Cottage is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The prices at Harbour Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Harbour Cottage can accommodate this group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.