| Orkney is one of Britain’s most distinctive holiday
destinations - a scattering of green islands where the past seems ever
present. As well as the thought-provoking monuments to vanished peoples,
Orkney is also great for wildlife, seafood, angling and gentle touring.
The wealth of prehistoric sites heads a long list of Orkney options -
including two historic towns, a magnificent cathedral, many museums and
Scotland’s most northerly distillery.Nowhere else in Britain has
such a concentration of historic sites - simply bring your imagination
to this inspiring place. Easy-going walking, golf, until late in the evening
in summer, great angling, superb dive sites, cruising, relaxed cycling
- Orkney is certainly an active destination. |
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Welcome to Stromness Scotland
 Orkney
is a truly unique destination. A deep sense of history can be felt everywhere
in the 70 or so scattered islands that make up the archipelago, islands
where life is defined by the past and sculpted by the sea.
The ferry from Scrabster on mainland Scotland to Stromness sails past
the impressive red stone sea-stack of the Old Man of Hoy, then on below
the cliffs of St John's Head - the highest vertical cliff in the UK -
making this the most dramatic way of reaching Orkney. Yet the drama of
Hoy is misleading as the landscapes elsewhere are much gentler and well
farmed. Kirkwall, Orkney's main town, is a great base for touring by car
or by bike. There are excellent ferry services between islands.
Orkney offers a rich variety of activities on land, loch and sea to suit
all abilities and interests, from golfing to walking, and from sailing
to cycling. With almost 600 miles of coast and some great unspoilt areas,
the islands are superb for wildlife watching and for rich and varied angling.
Divers love it too, particularly around Scapa Flow where the German fleet
was scuttled at the end of the First World War.
Accommodation in and around Stromness
Price Guide - per person based on sharing room: 
under $40 -  $41
- 70 -  more than
$70
Burra
View Self Catering Stromness
Burra View Self Catering Apartment was build as an annex to the
family home in 2010 and has stunning panoramic sea views across
Hoy Sound and out to the west coast of Orkney.
Enjoy watching the small local fishing boat go to sea and the Northlink
Ferry Hamnavoe pass by from the large bay window in the lounge.
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Hillside Road
Stromness
30 Hillside Road
is a comfortable, modernised 100 year old stone cottage in a quiet
location on outskirts of Stromness just 2 minutes from car ferry
terminal.
Located just on the edge of Stromness, within walking distance of
the ferry terminal and shops, 30 Hillside Road is conveniently placed
whether visiting Orkney on foot or by car.
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Ingasquoy
Lets
Stromness
Ingasquoy Lets this is a surprisingly spacious
house, situated in the historic town of Stromness a short distance
from the ferry terminal, was once the offices of a local fishing
company, and has been recently converted to offer excellent modern
accommodation for up to 4 guests.
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Innertown
Apartments
Stromness
For a unique experience visit the
lush and green Islands Of Orkney with its stunning scenery, astounding
archaeology, warm welcoming hospitality and stay at Innertown Apartments
for luxury comfort, cleanliness, location and value whether on holiday
or business.
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Bonnyview
Cottage Stromness
Bonnyview Cottage waterfront cottage with stunning
views over the Harbour, Graemsay & Hoy.
This Property is in the centre of town with shops, restaurants,
golf course museum, art centre and swimming pool all nearby.
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Hamnavoe
Hostel Stromness
With magnificent views over Stromness
Harbour and Marina, the Hamnavoe Hostel is situated less than 5
minutes walk from the Stromness town centre and all it's amenities.
The hostel was fully renovated in July 2005 to a high standard and
offers good value accommodation for our towns' visitors.
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Ferry
Inn Stromness
Stromness
Ferry Inn Stromness
is a welcoming harbourside inn with excellent restaurant and clean
and comfortable rooms.
Sitting at the heart of Stromness, gateway
to the Orkney Islands, The Ferry Inn specialises in good food, great
drinks, chat, crack and a comfortable overnight stay.
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Stairwaddie
Croft
Stromness
Stairwaddie Croft is a small (2
acre) holding situated in peaceful rural surroundings just over
a mile north east from the historic town of Stromness, Orkney, and
the port for the ferry from Scrabster.
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