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0Lower Cottage
About this property
Lower Cottage is a traditional Orkney bungalow that sits low against the land, part stone and part rendered, with a drystone wall running along the front and open country all around. Arrive on a clear day and the sky seems enormous, with the sea glinting in the distance and sheep grazing the green fields beyond the fence.
Inside
The living room is bright and uncluttered, with two striped sofas, a side table, a lamp for softer evenings and warm wood-effect flooring throughout. It's a relaxed, easy space to settle into after a day out. The kitchen is neat and modern, with white units, a wood worktop, a washing machine and a fold-down table set beneath a window that looks out to the hills, so you can take in the view while you cook.
Where you'll sleep
With two bedrooms, the cottage sleeps four, a good fit for a small family or a couple of couples. The shower room is fresh and white, with a large glass shower enclosure and a window framing the old stone wall outside.
Step outside
This is where the cottage really comes into its own. The fields around it run down towards the coast, dotted with native sheep, and the view stretches over open ground to the sea and the line of hills beyond. It's the sort of spot where you'll want to just stand and take it in.
The setting
You're out in the quiet countryside of Orkney, surrounded by farmland and big coastal views, with the freedom to walk, watch wildlife and unwind well away from the bustle. The islands' main towns and sights are within reach by car.
Perfect for
A family or two couples wanting peace, space and a proper rural escape, with pets welcome, a hot tub, parking and a garden.
Location
Orkney, KW17 2PS, United Kingdom
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Bookable experiences
Bookable experiences nearby
The four closest things to do, see and book — all within easy reach of Lower Cottage.
On the water22.2 km away
Shore Excursion Kirkwall Small Group Highlights of Orkney
A six-hour, small-group sweep of Mainland Orkney's greatest hits, designed to slot tidily between Kirkwall gangway and last-call horn. No faff, no coach hordes.
Guided tour22.9 km away
Kirkwall Walking Tour
Three to four hours pacing Orkney's tiny capital with a guide who knows which 12th-century saint is buried in which pillar — and why that matters more than the gift shop.
Guided tour22.9 km away
Orkney Highlights Private Tour
A private, full-day spin through Orkney's headline acts: Skara Brae, the Italian Chapel and a side of Viking lore, with Scapa Tours doing the driving and the awkward questions.
Guided tour22.9 km away
Treasures of Orkney: Private Half-Day Tour from Kirkwall
Four hours, five thousand years and a private guide — the headline Neolithic sites of West Mainland with a vehicle to yourself, prised in around a ferry or a ship's gangway.
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