1 Taits flats, Orkney, KW17 2SL, United Kingdom
#9 of 29 vacation rentals in Orkney
Guests' ChoiceBased on 47 apartment reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Staff
8.9
Value for money
9.5
Free Wifi
9.4
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Reviewed: August 10, 2025
John
United Kingdomnothing. there was nothing I didnt like.
very comfy and clean. well laid with good facilities. the host was good and kept informed . on the sea front. the kitchen was good and the washer dryer really helpful
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 4, 2025
Margaret
United KingdomFrying pans may need to be upgraded soon
Lovely location with a compact flat for use. Everything you need is there.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: April 23, 2025
Mark
United KingdomCan't say I didn't like anything
Really clean and comfortable modern accommodation in a fisherman's cottage. Very well equipped. We had our car with us and so had no problem getting around Orkney, but there is a good public transport system.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 15, 2025
David
United KingdomQuiet and convenient location. Good parking. Everything you need in a flat. Orkney is an amazing place, well worth a visit.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: January 2, 2025
Caroline
United KingdomThe flat was well equipped and very cosy.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: November 18, 2024
Christian
United KingdomNothing
Great Flat, top Heating, all you need is there. Clean, fast WiFi. Great communication. Hope to See you soon again.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: September 26, 2024
Christine
United KingdomLocation was ideal for the ferry two mins away, only took 20 minutes to mainland Orkney. Lovely pub Murray Arms serving lots of fresh fish. The flat was cosy, warm and comfortable, had everything we needed for a 3 night stay.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 16, 2024
Julie
United KingdomThe fridge was rather noisy
The location from the ferry, picturesque village and delicious options for eating out locally. The flat was well equipped and met all our requirements
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 9, 2024
Brenda
CanadaNothing!
Nicely laid out, well equipped, clean and warm. Would love to stay again!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 25, 2024
Lee
United KingdomThe dripping tap in the kitchen, the fridge was a tad noisy, and had a slightly broken ice compartment door that kept falling off. But this is really minor.
Everything, absolutely fantastic apartment in every sense,apart from one kitchen appliance.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 13, 2024
Daniel
United KingdomExcellent property Beautiful location Had all you needed for a comfortable stay
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 2, 2024
Fiona
United KingdomNot being able to get a meal iat the local restaurants after 8pm.
Perfect location for exploring Orkney and super wee cottage with everything supplied. It was a bit difficult to find -our satnav had difficulties to start off with. Only problem we found was finding an evening meal after 8pm after the ferry arriving at 8pm - I'd recommend taking food to heat up in the cottage for the 1st night if arriving on 8pm ferry.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 20, 2024
Francis99
United KingdomA very comfortable and well -equipped apartment close to the seafront. There are shops and a great pub within a couple of minutes walk.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 10, 2024
Alex
United KingdomHad everything equipped
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 9, 2024
Graham
United KingdomProperty was in an ideal location and was a very clean/ comfortable wee flat weather it’s for a night or a week. 2 mins from the boat to which was ideal. From start to finish couldn’t fault anything about the property or staff. Highly recommend
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: June 16, 2024
Ian
United KingdomLocation was lovely.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: June 14, 2024
Andrew
United KingdomCould have done with more information, eg how to switch the heated towel rail on. The freezer in the fridge was ineffective because the door fell of and couldn't be refitted, possibly due to too much ice. Lost some food.
The accommodation though small was very cosy, warm and comfortable.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 15, 2024
Peter
United KingdomIt was reasonably chilly when we stayed & unable to get the living room heater on wall to work although a simlar one in bedroom worked fine. Fortunately there was a fan heater arrangement also so able to warm living room.
We like St Margarets Hope & so it is our preferred location when staying on mainland Orkney. Apartment had everthing we required including being able to cook a bit & get our clothes washed. Comfy bed & a good shower.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 27, 2024
Sharon
United KingdomNothing
Clean comfy excellent location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 17, 2024
Silvia
GermanyHumidity in the islands is high - it might be helpful for future guests to write down a few tips to avoid condensation in the bathroom.
Cozy flat, perfect secluded gateway to Orkney. Communication was easy.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Isobel
United KingdomThe flat wasn't as clean as I thought it might of been when we srrived,, and the main bedroom felt quite warm at night (even with the window open).
Everything! It was really good value for money and the place had everything we needed. I liked the theme for flat had going on. There was lots of storage space and tea and coffee was provided
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: October 6, 2023
Evans-bowers
United KingdomNothing
Fantastic little property. Well laid out . Matching plates and cups. The kitchen was well equipped. In a great location. Ferry port close by if you needed it. Very quiet with ample parking Two pubs within minutes walk. Two Local shops where you can get everything you need. The washing machine was really useful. Plenty of hot water. Perfect for our three night stay. Would definitely recommend and we would stay there again.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 26, 2023
Andy
United KingdomNicely situated with everything we needed for a short stay
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 19, 2023
Michael
United KingdomExcellent flat in great location.
Stayed in September 2023
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