Rymmon Retreat

Rymmon Lodge, Whitemire Road, Evie, Costa, Orkney, KW17 2NL, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>113</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
113 reviews

A little out of the way but fantastic facility with amazing views and wildlife. Super clean and well appointed. Quiet! Appreciate the separate clothes dryer that actually worked.

Kim United States of America
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Rymmon Retreat

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  • Entire home
  • Kitchen
  • Lake view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking

Offering a garden, Rymmon Retreat provides accommodations in Orkney. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the vacation home's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. Providing a terrace and lake views, the vacation home includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. The vacation home has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Maeshowe is 15 miles from the vacation home, while Ring of Brogdar is 15 miles away. The nearest airport is Kirkwall Airport, 22 miles from Rymmon Retreat.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Reliable Info
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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.1
High score for Orkney
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  • Kim
    United States of America United States of America
    “A little out of the way but fantastic facility with amazing views and wildlife. Super clean and well appointed. Quiet! Appreciate the separate clothes dryer that actually worked.”
  • Daniel
    United States of America United States of America
    “Rymmon Retreat was a memorable stop on our three week trip through Scotland. The location was perfect (we went hoping to glimpse the Northern Lights but rain won that battle). It was starkly isolated as you would hope a property in Orkney would be...”
  • Janice
    United States of America United States of America
    “this was a private single - had a lovely kitchen if you wanted to bring food and cook.”

Hosted by Sarah

9.1
9.1
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Sarah
Take it easy at our unique and tranquil getaway. Rymmon Lodge is the ideal retreat to come back and relax after a day fishing at the doorstep “Swannay Loch” birdwatching, walking and sightseeing, time at the beach or browsing the shops and crafts of Kirkwall. BBQ with a view over the loch and gather round the fire pit with a tipple or two and watch the colourful night sky in this stunning Orkney rural retreat. **Arrival is STRICTLY from 4pm only** Private parking at the Lodge for two cars. We DO NOT allow pets at the Lodge as some guests have allergies. We DO NOT allow children at the Lodge as it is not suitable. There is a NON SMOKING policy INSIDE THE LODGE AND AROUND THE GROUNDS. We supply one bottle of gas if further gas is required co-op at Dounby is the nearest. On departure (upto 10am) please leave the Lodge AS YOU FOUND IT. Please empty bins (dustbin by shed outside) so we can adhere to C’vd guidelines and thoroughly clean for our next guests. Please do not leave washing up in sink.
I’m Sarah and I lived in the Yorkshire Dales with three super holiday let’s for a number of years. Having now retired to beautiful Evie in the Orkney Islands I would like to invite you to our super Lodge in the stunning area of Evie, Costa on mainland Orkney. We will leave you be at Rymmon Lodge for the whole of your visit as we like our guests to have privacy and freedom of their own space during their stay. We are however available at all times should you need us. Please SEND A MESSAGE and we will respond straight back.
We are right by Swannay Loch where you are welcome to fish for free (brown trout). An array of birds are in the area and seals at the nearby beach if you are keen birdwatchers. We recommend a car is a necessity or bicycle to get around and see the stunning areas (leaflets, etc. in the lodge). Our property is very rural so if that’s not what you are looking for then please do not book and then leave a review to say it was too rural. There is a post office and store in Evie village about three miles from Rymmon (Mistra) and supermarkets Tesco and Aldi and lots of shops and craft shops in Kirkwall (about 30 mins drive from Rymmon Lodge. Stromness (also approx 30 mins drive) with cute shops and eateries. Our local Mistra store/post office is about 3 miles and nearest fuel station being Coop in Dounby village (approx 6 miles). The lodge is not suitable for young children and we do not allow pets at the lodge. We DO NOT allow smoking in any of the rooms in the lodge, nor do we allow smoking outside the lodge.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Rymmon Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • 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
    • High chair
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional bathroom
    • Guest bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Sitting area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • DVD player
    • Radio
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor fireplace
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun deck
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Badminton equipment
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    • Lake view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Detached
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Baggage storage
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Books, DVDs or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Adults only
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Rymmon Retreat 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 9:00 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 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 25

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    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

    Please inform Rymmon Retreat of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

    FAQs about Rymmon Retreat

    • Rymmon Retreat can accommodate this group size:

      • 4 guests

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

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Rymmon Retreat on this page.

    • Rymmon Retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

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

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Rymmon Retreat on this page.

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

    • Yes, Rymmon Retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Rymmon Retreat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Badminton equipment

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

    • Rymmon Retreat is 5 miles from the center of Orkney. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.