Binnaquoy, Orkney, KW17 2ER, United Kingdom
#12 of 29 vacation rentals in Orkney
Guests' ChoiceBased on 24 hotel reviews
9.9Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Free Wifi
10.0
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Reviewed: September 6, 2025
Kevan
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing, perfect accommodation for our trip to Orkney
This holiday accommodation far exceeded our expectations, everything has been thought. Hosts very helpful and friendly. Lovely flowers pots around the property. The views are stunning, we were so lucky with the weather which was a huge bonus. We will definitely be back to this property.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: August 16, 2025
Juliet
United KingdomNothing.
A lovely home from home. Everything you need is here and we received such a lovely welcome from Frances. She gave really useful advice about the sights and history of Orkney which really helped us to make the most of this wonderful island. 100% recommend. Thank-you.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 7, 2025
Duncan
United KingdomIncredibly well furnished and equipped for a holiday cottage - far better than the bare minimum you can get with some. Beautiful location with scenic view across the water.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 4, 2025
Helen
United KingdomThere is nothing to not like
The cottage has been renovated beautifully. It is cosy and comfortable. It's location is also ideal for visiting the whole of the mainland. Plus the view across the bay is fantastic.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 20, 2025
Gillian
United KingdomProbably should have bought groceries in Kirkwall before arriving at property but it is only 15/20 minute drive. Local shop 5 minute drive quite well supplied for basics. This wasn’t really a problem with property more being organised beforehand.
Comfortable, clean & very well equipped. Owners were really helpful, suggested some places to visit we didn’t know about. Great view from the front of the property.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 11, 2025
John
United KingdomEverything was new and clean. High level of kitchen equipment. Power sockets everywhere. Heating excellent and easily controlled. Lovely views. Super kind and helpful owners.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 8, 2025
Susan
United KingdomAll freshly decorated/renovated. Lots of little additions like tea,coffee biscuits etc. Great view.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 27, 2025
Ham
AustraliaNothing, everything was perfect
Lovely hosts, very friendly and helpful with local attractions, the even had road maps for hirers to borrow. The cottage was beautifully presented with quality furnishings, fully equipped kitchen, great WiFi and a TV in each room. The washer, dryer and dishwasher were welcomed as well as the tasty locally produced treats left for us to enjoy.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 13, 2025
Shelley
United KingdomNot so much issues as things to be aware of/feedback. The garden area isn't completely fenced off so dogs need to be kept on lead. I wasn't clear on what bin was what or how the recycling worked and so some guidance on this would be helpful but again, not really an issue.
I can't rate this place highly enough. It has everything you need to feel right at home. The king room can be made into twins if you ask. There's a tv in nearly every room with Netflix if you have an account. There's games and books. The kitchen is better stocked than my own. The views are stunning, the beds comfortable and it's the perfect location to explore orkney from. Very central. The hosts are lovely and even allowed us to check in a little early. There was tea/coffee facilities and milk in the fridge along with some orkney snacks. It is also so quiet you only hear the sheep behind the cottage.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 2, 2025
Mcmillan
United KingdomThe location was perfect. The house was very clean and the beds were exceptionally comfortable. It was dog friendly and the view was lovely.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 28, 2025
Maxwell
AustraliaWe found the Micro fibre sheets on the beds most unpleasant to sleep in
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 25, 2025
Frances
United KingdomNothing
Location and view were lovely. Very well equipped and comfortable.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 15, 2025
Laura
United KingdomThis unassuming little cottage up a hill, is one of the nicest places we’ve stayed. It was cosy comfortable, larger on the inside than the outside. Our welcoming hosts were helpful and very kindly gave us some dinner recommendations. Which were excellent. We’re looking forward to coming back to stay again in the future!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 24, 2025
Tracy
United KingdomWell equiped beautiful, quiet and comfortable cottage. Very friendly hosts and welcome pack of local produce was lovely.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 4, 2025
Collie
United KingdomThe weather!
Very peaceful location with fantastic views
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 24, 2025
Lauren
United KingdomSelf catering, will be going again. A definite as is dog friendly and a super location with lots of parking. With a handy local shop a short distance away. Lovely interior which was super warm & cosy and with a BATH too. Brill
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: October 27, 2024
Deanna
United KingdomN/A
Very clean, neat, lovely renovated cottage. Lovely host. We’d love to return at some point.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: June 24, 2025
Anonymous
United KingdomVery difficult to find anything we didn’t like about Binnaquoy. A little bit difficult to find, perhaps! A sign at the end of the road up to the cottage would be helpful, but otherwise we thought the accommodation was excellent.
Great location with beautiful views. Very homely feel to cottage, warm and comfortable. Extremely well equipped kitchen. Beautiful linen. Excellent hosts went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Excellent local knowledge which helped us plan our week. Location of the house made it easy to explore the mainland. Unfortunately we couldn’t book ferries to explore other islands, but there was more than enough to do on the mainland.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: August 27, 2025
Margaret
AustraliaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 9, 2025
Victoria
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 1, 2025
John
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: May 18, 2025
Elizabeth
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 5, 2025
Alisdair
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2025
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