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Lower Byre - A Charming Cottage Apartment Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Lower Byre - A Charming Cottage Apartment Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Welcome to the Lower Byre Apartment …..
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Overview of Lower Byre - A Charming Cottage Apartment Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site

4.3 out of 5 Excellent
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Orkney
  • Popular LocationStromness Ferry Terminal3 min drive
  • Popular LocationRing of Brogdar11 min drive
  • Popular LocationSkara Brae15 min drive
  • AirportKirkwall (KOI)29 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Lower Byre - A Charming Cottage Apartment Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site

After a day of exploring all of what Orkney has to offer you can relax back in the comfort and privacy of your apartment. You may wish to wind away an evening with a relaxing walk around The Loons (old Norse for ‘marshy area’) – an adjacent flat meadowside walk, or simply enjoy a glass of wine while watching the sun set to the songs of the meadow birds, or even have a barbeque with some of Orkney’s finest produce form our local shops and butchers. Or if eating out and local nightlife is your thing then the bars, cafes and restaurants of Stromness are only a 10 minute walk away. You may of course wish to catch up with loved ones or blog your day’s adventures with our complimentary free WiFi.
Whatever you seek from Orkney’s rich tapestry of culture, flora and fauna – Stromness Apartments offers you an idyllic setting and perfect location to base your stay.

Property manager

Alexander
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Relax and enjoy yourself!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stromness

Located in Stromness, this apartment is in a rural area. Standing Stones of Stenness and Maes Howe are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Stromness Museum and Longhope Lifeboat Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Stromness Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive
  • Stromness Museum - 4 min drive
  • Standing Stones of Stenness - 9 min drive
  • Ring of Brogdar - 11 min drive
  • Skara Brae - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Skara Brae Prehistoric Village - 15 min drive
  • The Flattie Bar - 3 min drive
  • The Tearoom - 4 min drive
  • Julia's Cafe Bistro - 3 min drive
  • Beneth'ill Cafe - 147 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lower Byre - A Charming Cottage Apartment Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lower Byre - A Charming Cottage Apartment Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lower Byre - A Charming Cottage Apartment Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lower Byre - A Charming Cottage Apartment Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Stromness Ferry Terminal and Piers Art Centre. Mainland and Stromness Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Seumas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay for two
Great wee accommodation; very comfortable, well equipped kitchen making it easy to self-cater. Excellent touches like fresh local flowers really add to the experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/5 Good

Sally M.

Cosy and convenient flat
The flat is really well situated just 15 mins walk from Stromness, which is a lovely town with great views of the sea and convenient for shops and eating out (Ferry Inn and Hamnavoe for evenings, Julia's Cafe at lunchtime recommended). The place was warm and comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

4/5 Good

Ingrid N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice option in Stromness, best to have a car
A nice, cozy apartment with lovely views outside of Stromness center. A good option if you have a car—you can walk into Stromness but it’s about a mile downhill, uphill on the way back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Alexander

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Hey, I'm Alexander, I'm a 27 year old Orcadian and look forward to welcoming you to Stromness Apartments - three apartments built as a result of a barn conversion on my Granny and Grandad's croft of Milldam, where my Mum was born and brought up.
You'll be welcome to walk around the old farm and enjoy the surrounding land and trees that my Grandad and Dad planted (they are not very common in Orkney we like to brag about them!).
I really hope you can come and enjoy Stromness Apartments, and everything Orkney has to offer.
Alexander :-)

Why they chose this property

The beautiful and charming town of Stromness is only a 10 minute walk away, with its historic winding cobbled streets, dramatic aspect and busy harbour. The Apartment is an ideal base for exploring all of what Orkney has to offer, and only a short walk from the main bus routes, or a mere 5 minute drive to the UNESCO World Heritage Site boasting some of the best and most numerous Neolithic sites in Northern Europe.

A World Heritage Site on Your Doorstep….
Jump in your car and in 5 minutes you find yourself in one of the richest archaeological landscapes in the world, the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site. From the spectacular and iconic Ring of Brodgar, to Maeshowe - the finest Neolithic tomb in Northern Europe, or the Neolithic settlement of Skara Brae - the best preserved group of prehistoric houses in Western Europe, Stromness Apartments puts you on the doorstep of Neolithic Orkney. You can even visit the live dig at The Ness of Brodgar - recently featured on 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.

Enjoy everything Orkney Has to Offer….
Only 20 minutes away you’ll find Orkney’s main town of Kirkwall, home to Britain’s most northerly cathedral, the beautiful c900 year old St Magnus Cathedral. Kirkwall also boasts numerous shops and cafes, a theatre, sports centre, 3D cinema, as well as 3 large supermarkets.
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