Comfortable Accommodation: 1 Taits Flat in Orkney offers a one-bedroom apartment with a fully equipped kitchen and a modern bathroom. Guests enjoy free WiFi and free on-site parking.
Convenient Location: Situated 24 km from Kirkwall Airport, the property is close to attractions such as Maeshowe (40 km), Standing Stones of Stenness (41 km), Ring of Brogdar (43 km), Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre (7 km), and Burray (7 km).
Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests for its convenient location, room comfort, and nearby options for food and drinks.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
“Close to shore front Lovely quaint village Quiet peaceful place
Everything you need in the flat practically for your stay is provided and lots of information on surrounding areas, things to do and places to eat”
Nancy
United Kingdom
“Beautiful quiet location just a few steps from the harbour. Lovely clean and comfortable ground floor flat with open plan kitchen, and separate bathroom & bedroom.”
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Harvey
United Kingdom
“Great location, perfect for a short break. Nearby establishements offer meals but the cooking facilities at the flat are more than adequate.”
John
United Kingdom
“very comfy and clean. well laid with good facilities. the host was good and kept informed . on the sea front. the kitchen was good and the washer dryer really helpful”
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Margaret
United Kingdom
“Lovely location with a compact flat for use. Everything you need is there.”
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Mark
United Kingdom
“Really clean and comfortable modern accommodation in a fisherman's cottage. Very well equipped. We had our car with us and so had no problem getting around Orkney, but there is a good public transport system.”
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David
United Kingdom
“Quiet and convenient location.
Good parking.
Everything you need in a flat.
Orkney is an amazing place, well worth a visit.”
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Christian
United Kingdom
“Great Flat, top Heating, all you need is there. Clean, fast WiFi. Great communication. Hope to See you soon again.”
Christine
United Kingdom
“Location was ideal for the ferry two mins away, only took 20 minutes to mainland Orkney. Lovely pub Murray Arms serving lots of fresh fish. The flat was cosy, warm and comfortable, had everything we needed for a 3 night stay.”
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Julie
United Kingdom
“The location from the ferry, picturesque village and delicious options for eating out locally. The flat was well equipped and met all our requirements”
Host Information
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Host review score
Host review score
1 Bedroom property, double bed, open plan sitting room and kitchen. Separate toilet with shower. On street parking.
St Margarets Hope is a quiet village with lots of local activities. Golf course, tennis and lawn bowling. Marengo garden is a 2 minute walk from the house where you can sit and relax and take a picnic. Electric car charging on Church road just across from Robertson's coffee hoose and bar and just up from Doulls shop. Craft shop and gallery just along the road from the house. Fish and chip van at the Cromarty Square every Saturday. Frequent bus service to Kirkwall and then on to Stromness. Lots of lovely beaches nearby.
Language spoken: English
Property surroundings
House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 01:00 to 11:00
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Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
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