Offering free WiFi and sea views, The Old Schoolhouse is an accommodation situated 5 km from Saint Margarets Hope. The holiday home features garden views and is 21 km from Kirkwall. This holiday home comes with 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen with a dishwasher.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
Bedroom 3:
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Saint Margarets Hope
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Marie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The beds were really comfortable. It was nice and cosy.
  • Lorna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property is pretty much in the middle of nowhere but there is easy road access to the neighbouring villages and beyond. We really enjoyed the quietness. No light pollution at night so lighthouses and stars are easily spotted. Lovely basket of...
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really lovely house with fantastic views. Loved the welcome basket and cheese too

Host Information

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score

The Old Schoolhouse is a detached stone cottage situated in a quiet rural location on the island of South Ronaldsay. There are panoramic views from the property; the North Sea to the East, the island of Burray to the north; Scapa Flow and the island of Hoy to the west. The spacious cottage has one double and two single bedrooms. It can accommodate up to four people. A cot is also available on request. There is an open fire in the lounge. The is ample parking space to the side. The garden is enclosed by a dry-stone wall.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Old Schoolhouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Blu-ray player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Old Schoolhouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:30

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 05:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

1 cot available upon request.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

License number: E, OR00051P

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about The Old Schoolhouse

  • The Old Schoolhouse is 1.7 miles from the centre of Saint Margarets Hope. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Old Schoolhouse is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Old Schoolhouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at The Old Schoolhouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, The Old Schoolhouse is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The Old Schoolhouse has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 3 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The Old Schoolhouse can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.