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Near About - A One Bed Apartment on a Croft Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Highlights

  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Stromness, Orkney
  • Place, Piers Art Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, John Rae Memorial Statue
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Skara Brae
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

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1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

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About this property

Near About - A One Bed Apartment on a Croft 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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Just sit back and relax!

Important information

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Property # 6740943
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Stromness

Located in Stromness, this apartment is in a rural area. Stromness Ferry Terminal and Stromness Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Stromness Museum and The Pickaquoy Centre. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Stromness, Orkney

What's nearby

  • Piers Art Centre - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • John Rae Memorial Statue - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Maes Howe - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Ring of Brogdar - 17 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Skara Brae - 19 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ferry Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stromness Hotel Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Loki Seafood Shack - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Flori - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peedie Chippie - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Near About - A One Bed Apartment on a Croft Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Near About - A One Bed Apartment on a Croft Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Near About - A One Bed Apartment on a Croft Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site on 23 Oct 2026 start from £342, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Near About - A One Bed Apartment on a Croft Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Near About - A One Bed Apartment on a Croft Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Near About - A One Bed Apartment on a Croft Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Near About - A One Bed Apartment on a Croft Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Standing Stones of Stenness, Stromness Ferry Terminal and John Rae Memorial Statue. Piers Art Centre and Stromness Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Near about apartment Stromness,Orkney

took us hours to find it . Even with a Sat Nav. It was very clean .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Many thanks for taking the time to review Stromness Apartments, I'm delighted that you were happy with the presentation of the apartment. I'd just like to add that every guest is sent a tailored Google Map taking them from the boat that they arrive into Orkney on, to the apartment door. To supplement this we are waiting for the delivery of new signs to go at the bottom of the road. :-)

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 Apartments are an ideal place 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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