Scorrabrae Orphir Mainland Orkney South Shore Retreat

easy to reach, free parking, good location, good breakfast

Bathroom not en suite, toilet and heating not working, which was known to the owner who found it amusing to relate a tale of previous guests trying to fix it and of her own attempt to glue it together instead of having it fixed properly, door can’t be closed properly because it does not sit in the frame Bedroom with enough room for two but definitely not three „comfort triple room“?, door could not be closed properly because it does not sit in the frame - we don’t insist on protecting our belongings but we do value privacy Kitchen units broken, missing utensils, no drinkable water in the kitchen Dogs running around at breakfast The general interior conveys the impression of neglect and untidiness and suggests that the owner is not reinvesting any of the income made through the b&b into the fabric of the building and its fittings. Being on an island one is effectively held ransom, we were fortunate to find other accommodation on the mainland and an appreciative ferry operator.

quiet friendly owner willing to help in any way

Patricia was a fantastic host sharing her home with us. We had a room with a double and twin bed with an en-suite bathroom with shower /tub stocked with amenities. The room had everything you needed; Patricia went out of her way providing large bottled waters, an assortment of teas and shortbread. There was a shared kitchen and sitting area, which was nice to be able to cook your own meals. We ended our trip a day early due to impending weather and a tight itinerary but this no-frills home provides you with everything you need in a safe environment. We did have a car, which I would suggest to anyone wanting to explore the island. if you are looking for lots of action and city environment, this isn’t for you. If you want a central and quiet spot, you’ve found it. Thanks Patricia; you were awesome! And I think we made the right decision leaving early…the wind and rain would not have made a pleasant ferry ride ( if they were even running!)

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Lovely find, comfortable and homely. We has access to a kitchen and dining area-communal. Our room was very comfy-bathroom just across the hall. Tricia was very helpful and friendly. Nice choice of breakfasts. Very dog friendly.

The breakfasts were excellent and our hostess went out of her way to make my friend and plus my two dogs feel at home. I can thoroughly recommend Scorrabrae as a welcoming and very adaptable place to stay.

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The property is quirky, quaint, comfortable and homely. The host, Patricia, and her family (and the dogs) made us feel very welcome. If we visit Orkney again we would be staying here.

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