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Rural home share next to Swannay Loch with wonderful views

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A white house with a front door, decorative black panels, potted plants, and a wooden fence.
A neatly made bed with a blue quilt, a folded towel, a chair, a TV, and a radiator.
A compact attic bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a kitchenette.
A kitchen with black and white patterned backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a black countertop.
A view from a window with a white frame, looking out to a garden with a wooden fence, a small tree, and a circular flower bed.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Explore, experience, enjoy
    Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.

Popular amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Orkney, Orkney
  • Place, Sands of Evie
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Standing Stones of Stenness
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Skara Brae
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Map
Orkney, Orkney

What's nearby

  • Sands of Evie - 15 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Brough of Birsay - 28 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Standing Stones of Stenness - 34 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Skara Brae - 36 min drive - 25.5 km
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 48 min drive - 39.1 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Birsay Bay Tearoom - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tea & Tabnab - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Appie's Tea Room & Gallery - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Eviedale Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Skerries Restaurant - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rural home share next to Swannay Loch with wonderful views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rural home share next to Swannay Loch with wonderful views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rural home share next to Swannay Loch with wonderful views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural home share next to Swannay Loch with wonderful views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rural home share next to Swannay Loch with wonderful views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Broch of Gurness and within 6 miles (10 km) of Sands of Evie and Barony Mills. Earl's Palace and Brough of Birsay are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A very snug converted loft, very comfortable in a beautiful and quiet area on the Orkney mainland. We loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2026
It was a pleasure to be you're host.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely accommodation in a quiet and peaceful setting near many sites we wanted to visit in Orkney. Janet and Richard gave us a warm welcome. Their gardens are magnificent. We enjoyed our stay enormously.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We adored this property! It was super clean and comfortable! The area is just gorgeous with the gardens and loch. It was very quiet and private. If you have a car, we highly recommend this for your Orkney stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lochview luxury

Beautifully appointed, every detail for comfort thought of,
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well equipped upstairs apartment. With washing machine, dryer and dishwasher.Very, comfortable, bright and homely accommodation, with lovely views.We really enjoyed our stay.Lots to see around Orkney.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location

A lovely, quiet, peaceful spot. Easy access to Kirkwall and Stromness. Fully equipped kitchen, it was nice to cook and eat there rather than in restaurants or pubs. Hosts were great, highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday get away

This location was a great place to stay to explore Orkney. We loved the isolated and peaceful area. Plenty to do and see if you are prepared to drive a few miles. Spectacular cliff top walks with an abundance of bird life. The accommodation has everything you need for a self catering holiday. We stocked up with everything we needed from Tesco in Kirkwall after getting off the ferry.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility Personified

The photos don’t do Richard and Janet’s place justice. It is a lot bigger than the photos suggest and tastefully furnished. I enjoyed having the recliner chair after a day walking. It was great to have the washing machine and a clothesline instead of having to use the dryer. The accommodation is right on Loch Swannay and we had lovely sunsets of an evening. Close to Skara Brae and the other major attractions. We would definitely stay there again if we return to the Orkneys.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2025
Thank you for the lovely comments. It was at pleasure to host your stay at our property. Welcome back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, rural apartment in the north of Orkney mainland.

We found the apartment quite easily with instruction from the owner. - about 40 mins from Stromness. It was quite comfortable but we were always conscious of the white carpet in the living space and bedroom. We had stayed on the island before and enjoyed many of the activities and visits again. (Ring of Brodgar, Marwick Head, The causeway down to South Ronaldsay, st Magnus cathedral and lots of birdwatching). Distances from the apartment are quite manageable but we think that Finnstown, our previous base was a more convenient.Thanks to Richard and Janet the owners
Ring of Brodgar
sands o'wright, South Ronaldsay
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
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