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Greystone ref: 511040

Sanday, Orkney Island, Northern Highlands
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  • Sleeps 44
Parking2 carsGardenenclosed
Short breaksN/APrice bandK - view details
2 person discountNoFire/WoodburnerNo
SmokingNoInternet accessYes

Description

Greystone is a traditional detached single storey cottage that has been tastefully renovated and furnished to provide bright, attractive accommodation in a tranquil, unspoilt setting. Set in its own large garden grounds, surrounded by open farmland with views across to the sea from all angles, it offers an ideal opportunity to enjoy a totally unique island holiday experience. Just 12 miles across and no more than 6 miles wide you are never far from stunning coastline.

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Accommodation details

Ground floor

Accommodation is all at ground floor level, has electric panel heaters and comprises:

Lounge: With modern, electric flame effect feature fire, LCD TV, DVD player, radio/CD player. A selection of dvds and children's games; Bose 2 iPod/iPhone docking station and wireless internet connection.

Dining: With solid oak table and bench chairs and oil fired Rayburn range to provide focal point and cosy ambience.

Kitchen: With electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer.

Bedroom 1: With double bed.

Bedroom 2: With two single beds (with electric blankets)

Shower room: With large corner shower, WC and wash basin.

Facilities

All fuel, power, bed linen and towels included. Cot and high chair available.

Miscellaneous

Enclosed garden leading directly onto open farmland with wonderful views across to the loch and sea beyond. Outbuildings for storage of outdoor equipment. Off road parking for 2 cars.

Sanday is easily accessible from mainland Orkney, by both ferry and plane. Flying direct from Kirkwall on mainland Orkney to Sanday takes just 11 minutes. There are usually two flights per day and they are run at a very reasonable price. The ferry from Kirkwall to Sanday takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes. Car and passenger costs are kept to a minimum as they are regularly used by islanders.

Getting to Kirkwall, Mainland Orkney

Regular flights run from Aberdeen, Inverness, Edinburgh or Glasgow direct to Kirkwall. Regular ferries operate from Aberdeen, John O'Groats, Gills Bay and Scrabster, near Thurso. Flights, car and passenger ferries operate all year round. There is also a regular scheduled bus service that runs from Inverness centre to Scrabster and John O'Groats which connects with the Orkney ferries. Further details available from owner.

The journey to Sanday forms part of the wonderful island adventure

Nearest townKirkwellShops250 Yards
Distance20 Miles by FerryRestaurant1.5 Miles
Nearest railway stationN/APub1.5 Miles
DistanceLake

About the local area

Sanday is one of the archipelago of islands that make up the enchanting Orkney isles. Here you will find long stretches of pristine white sandy beaches leading down to clear, aquamarine seas. Renowned for its abundance of birds, seals and other wildlife, glittering crystal waters and spectacular open skies, Sanday has been called the 'Jewel of the Isles' and is the perfect place to take time out.

From Greystone the sea is visible in two directions, and just 3/4 mile walk away.  The nearby Bea Loch offers excellent trout fishing and small boats can be launched from the jetty. The island, being essentially flat, is a cyclist's paradise, with very quiet roads and no steep hills - the owner has thoughtfully provided bikes for visitors' use. As you explore the island you'll receive friendly waves from the local people and the same warm welcome also awaits you in the pubs and restaurants. The Orkney Isles are renowned for their bird life and Sanday is no exception. Rare breeding birds, migrants and a wide variety of sea birds make it a bird watcher's paradise. There are a surprising amount of activities for a small island. Fishing (both sea and loch), canoeing and kayaking, ceilidhs in the pubs, caving and guided walks with the island's resident Ranger all add to Sanday's distinctive charm. Explore 5,000 years of history, from ancient Viking tombs to relics of both world wars. In the Spring and Summer the islands abounds with wild flowers and during these months the sun hardly sets and views across the wide horizons alter with the changing light.

 

 

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Julie Swash - September 2011

The property was very comfortable, warm and would recommend it.


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Scottish Cottages is a trading name of Cumbrian Cottages Limited. Cumbrian Cottages Limited is a company registered in England and Wales (company registration number 03756599) whose registered office is at Atlantic House, Fletcher Way, Parkhouse, Carlisle, Cumbria CA3 0LJ.