The Old Endie Hoose Kirkwall Orkney

The Old Endie Hoose sits on Albert Street, right in the centre of Kirkwall, a characterful old town house that has been given a bright, comfortable refit inside. Step in and you find generous, light-filled rooms with a relaxed, individual style — the kind of self-catering bolt-hole that lets you walk to everything and still come home to plenty of space.

Inside

The kitchen is sleek and modern, with white units, a wood-effect worktop, an induction hob, built-in oven, extractor and kettle — everything you need to cook for the group. There is a dishwasher-clean, easy-living feel to it, and the smart vinyl flooring runs warm underfoot.

Where you'll sleep

The bedrooms are a real highlight. One is decorated in soft teal with alcove shelving and an iron-framed double dressed in blue velvet; another wears a pretty floral wallpaper with a four-poster-style iron bed and a velvet bench at its foot. A further room pairs a double with a bunk bed, which is how the house comfortably sleeps up to six across its rooms. A modern shower room with granite-effect walls and built-in shelving serves the house.

The setting

You are right on Albert Street in the heart of Kirkwall, so St Magnus Cathedral, the shops, restaurants and the harbour are all on your doorstep — leave the car parked and explore on foot.

Perfect for

With sleeping for six, parking, Wi-Fi and a full kitchen, the Old Endie Hoose is made for a family or a group of friends who want a stylish, central Kirkwall base with room to spread out.