Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite

10 Soulisquoy Place, Kirkwall, Kirkwall, KW15 1TJ, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>52</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite

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Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
52 reviews

Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite is located in the outskirts of Kirkwall and offers accommodations with sea views towards Kirkwall Bay and St Magnus Cathedral. Guests can walk to the center of Kirkwall in less than 10 minutes. Private parking is available. Featuring a private entrance, the one-bedroom accommodations includes a flat-screen TV, seating area, a desk and 1 bathroom. Guests can relax in the property's garden area. Highland Park Distillery is located 1.4 mi from Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Meelian
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Good shower, bed is good to sleep on. It was nice to have our own privacy and the unit was pretty complete. Quite neighborhood with private driveway. Location was perfect.”
  • Athina
    Canada Canada
    “George was a very friendly host and provided all that you could want for breakfast and snacking while staying at this well-located B&B.”
  • Peter
    Australia Australia
    “Cosy but very spacious, meticulously cleaned, well equipped with appliances, and very generous provisions for self-serve breakfast. Decor was simple but tasteful. Bed was comfortable. Modern bathroom with easy-to-use shower. Local information...”
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Generosity of host, both with breakfast provisions and his time and flexibility. The spaciousness of the apartment and the cute little sink in the corner”
  • J
    Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Nice little studio with all the comforts you need for your Orkney break. Comfortable, cosy, great views. Central location, easy to find. Breakfast was plentiful.”
  • T
    Trevor
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Breakfast was very good and plentiful. Location was excellent for getting around Orkney. Accommodation was clean, quiet and comfortable. Our host, George, was very friendly and accommodating. Facilities were great, there was a fridge,microwave...”
  • Gary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything. The living & bedroom was comfortable and clean with plenty of supplies. Located within a 10/15 minute walk in to central Kirkwall and no more than half hour drive to reach either the east or west coasts of the mainland.”
  • Daly
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Perfect for what I needed. Very handy location to the town and an easy walk. Very friendly and helpful owner.”
  • Roberta
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location and hosts. Would definitely recommend and stay again.”
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Location, kind and thoughtful host, spacious surroundings, attention to detail in the rooms, lots of breakfast choices”

Hosted by George

9.8
9.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
George
Thank you for booking Fara self-contained 2-room B&B suite in Kirkwall, Orkney. Please note, this is a private, 2-room suite with 1 double bedroom and separate, attached sitting room. We are a family bed and breakfast only business located on the outskirts of Kirkwall with a slightly elevated position, and wonderful sea views towards the northern isles, St Magnus Cathedral and the Kirkwall Bay Area. You will have SOLE/ PRIVATE use of the suite (with your own private entrance and door key) which comprises a large lounge with TV/DVD/Books/Sofa, a small kitchen area with table, fridge, kettle, and toaster. A self service continental breakfast (NOT a cooked breakfast) will be provided, consisting of toast/bread, choice of cereal, yogurt, cheese, fruit, croissants, jam, marmalade, orange juice, oatcakes and biscuits. This will be in your room on arrival and replenished as and when, during your stay with us. Utensils and crockery will be provided. A separate double bedroom with an en-suite shower, toilet, and wash basin. Complimentary shower gel, soap, and towels are included in the price. Externally, there is private parking, sitting area and garden. It is suitable for 2 guests. No children or pets allowed. Our property is strictly non-smoking. We are bed and breakfast only and DO NOT offer full self-catering facilities. There is a laundry in central Kirkwall. Entry is strictly from 4 pm and departure up to 11am. This room is not suitable for those with mobility impairment, and there is a strict quiet time between 11pm and 7am.
My name is George, and I work for Historic Scotland as a steward. Please note that the Maeshowe tour needs to be booked online in advance. Please book car rental / bike rental / inter island ferry or plane transport and any restaurant meals etc... well in advance in high season. No storage for bicycles and no camper vans or buses allowed on the estate where we live.
A really quiet residential area located on the outskirts of Kirkwall with views towards the northern Isles, Kirkwall bay and St Magnus Cathedral. Fara is a ten-minute walk or 2-minute drive into the heart of Kirkwall, with restaurants, shops, food stores, music venues, pubs, public transport Kirkwall harbour (your gateway to Orkney's outer isles), and the beautiful St Magnus Cathedral. A twenty-minute drive to the heart of Orkney's world heritage sites, featuring the Ring of Brodgar, Maeshowe, Skara Brae and the Standing Stones of Stenness. A 25-minute drive to the historic town of Stromness. We have two beaches within a few minutes drive from our property too. Highland Park Distillery is a 2-minute drive away.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
Good free Wifi 19 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    • Express check-in/out
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Books, DVDs or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Adults only
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Interconnecting room(s) available
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Building Characteristics
    • Detached
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 9:00 AM.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that the property cannot accommodate camper vans, or larger vehicles such as minibuses on the premises.

    Please note bike storage is not available on site.

    Full-room cleaning services are unavailable.

    Please inform Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 09:00:00.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

    Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

    License number: OR00402F

    FAQs about Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite

    • Check-in at Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Guests staying at Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Buffet

    • Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite is 0.7 miles from the center of Kirkwall. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 2 miles)

    • Room options at Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite include:

      • Double

    • The prices at Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.