Gorseness, Rendall, Orkney Islands, Gorseness, KW17 2PB, United Kingdom
#1 of 1 hotels in Gorseness
Guests' ChoiceBased on 46 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.4
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Staff
8.6
Value for money
9.1
Free Wifi
10.0
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Reviewed: August 30, 2025
Stone
United KingdomThe sofa is a foldable bed and isn't very comfortable. No oven just a 2 ring plate. An air fryer and a new sofa would make the place perfect.
It's a lovely remote spot ideal for touring the Islands. Good owners with good communication. Great value
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 20, 2025
Shona
United KingdomSofa very uncomfortable. No oven Took own rubbish away with us.
We liked the location, quiet, cosy East to find although directions looked, complex. Great effort made by host to provide lots of information for visitors. Nearly everything there that one would need.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 19, 2025
John
United KingdomI think that it would be better to take away the couch and have the table opened out.
It was spotless and had everything you would ever need
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 23, 2025
Tim
AustraliaLounge was uncomfortable and shower waste was blocked Kitchen table was wobbly.
Loved the location and feel of the area Well appointed unit
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 13, 2025
Noreen
IrelandCould do with comfortable seating.
Well equipped.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 31, 2025
Robert
United KingdomA lot of rules. I broke a fair few of these before I even new what they were.
Beautiful quiet location with great view from outside. About 20 minutes drive from Berwick to get any supplies or to eat out.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 22, 2025
M
United KingdomPestering signs all over the place from the owners!
Have given excellent rating, which I very rarely do, mainly because it was on a cheap deal. Got bedroom, bathroom and large kitchen with all facilities and nice view.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 7, 2025
David
United KingdomInexpensive, small, comfortable accommodation. Well placed to visit all of Orkney's sites, but you do need a car from here.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 30, 2025
Vicky
United KingdomOn arrival the amount of instructions were a little overwhelming. The lack of an oven restricted what we could cook which in a remote area proved difficult. The hot plate provided set off the smoke detector despite following the rules. Very well equipped but a bit more storage for our belongings would be useful as we were there for a week. A comfier settee to relax on would be good.
Good walks close by. Great local wildlife. Comfortable bed and hot shower. Great Wi-Fi. Lovely to see wind power and solar panels and good recycling and wildflowers and plenty of trees in the garden. Lots of equipment. Good temperature. Easy check-in. Good information on local area.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 22, 2025
Paula
United KingdomSelf contained quiet unit with everything we needed
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 21, 2025
James
United KingdomAlthough I received directions from the property, the postcode took you to a farm half a mile away.
Quite central to all the places I visited.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: January 5, 2025
Mareike
GermanyAn incredibly beautiful, cosy accommodation where you have to feel comfortable. Beautiful location near the sea and very clean. Thank you for the really lovely welcome kit. The host was easy to contact. Also a big thank you to the wonderful, lovely neighbours who have helped me so much with my car problem!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 2, 2024
Nigel
United KingdomFine as it is.
The location was superb, the accommodation was excellent and just what I needed providing everything I needed. Great communications and instructions to find the property - no issues at all. Overall, a thoroughly enjoyable stay.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 17, 2024
Hobson
United KingdomNothing
Very clean and tidy and perfect for my work trip to Orkney. Had a all facilities required and the welcome groceries was most welcome
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 3, 2024
Lynda
United KingdomWarm, comfortable and clean. Great shower. Well equipped, and thoughful supplies provided. Great location and good communications with host.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: October 27, 2024
Kerry
United KingdomI could have done without all the little instructions around the place. I'm quite well house trained at 59. Anythin else I can probably figure out on My own. It might have been nice that when the smoke alarm was triggered on My first night(nothing to do with Me) that someone had popped round to explain it.....
The location was fine for Me.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 10, 2024
Lisa
United KingdomPerfect location, very clean, nice welcome pack, comfortable bed.The host was very easy to contact, and when we needed an extra night due to a cancelled ferry, he was very helpful.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 5, 2024
Colin
United KingdomNo dislikes
Quite out of the way property lovely views
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 22, 2024
David
United KingdomNil
Nice clean comfortable accommodation with excellent garden/outdoor facilities. Although we did not meet the owner they kept in touch throughout the booking process and provided details in respect to arrival procedure and how to access them if there were any problems.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 9, 2024
Valérie
FranceNothing !
The location is quiet and in the countryside, yet very well situated for the planned visits, The host's kindness and the welcome gifts, The cleanliness and the house’s amenities were perfect for us.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 24, 2024
Allan
CanadaNothing
The peace and beauty of of the surroundings, the cleanliness, everything worked.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 16, 2024
Teresa
United StatesAviedale Suite was very comfortable with a lovely view. The bed is comfortable, bathroom very clean with a lovely shower, and well appointed kitchenette with everything we needed for our week-long stay. The cottage is small but very comfortable, and very clean. We would definitely come back.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 12, 2024
Michael
United KingdomNo pub nearby, and nearest store was in Finstown about 5 miles away meant for those with bike for transport had to plan ahead. Otherwise ideall.
The location between Stromness and Kirkwall was ideal for visiting the area, and the views were stunning, with local walks a plenty. Welcome pack was appreciated.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: June 27, 2024
John
AustraliaVery clean and helpful neighbours
Stayed in June 2024
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