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  5. Reviews of Switha - Luxury home in Stromness, Orkney with outstanding views and hot tub

Review Score

Based on 18 hotel reviews

9.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    10.0

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.9

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: August 30, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Quite tricky to locate initially, but only initially

    See my feedback comments

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 23, 2025

    9.0
    Captivating views, hugely spacious, lovely walk into Stromness
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We'd completely misunderstood how far the walk was into and how uphill coming back from Stromness, and as we were without a vehicle of our own it did add extra planning to our visit. But our hosts instantly provided us with the only taxi driver's number in the town - a great start.

    The views really are hypnotic, it's quite hard to tear yourself away. It is a proper walk into Stromness and the hills are steep on the return, but Stromness is a captivating town to explore. The house was all pristine and very spacious. I think I have shower envy - water pressure was a treat! Oh, and some beautiful local produce was there to welcome us.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A stunning new house, 5 minutes drive from Stromness. The house has everything you could imagine. The hosts are especially generous. Very clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 1, 2025

    10
    Great location with spectacular views!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    What an amazing place! Lovely and very comfortable and well equipped house with three large bedrooms. The views over the water from the upstairs living room were spectacular. Location was great as a base for seeing the island. We hired a car and everywhere was an easy distance. Easy to walk the 25 mins down into Stromness for dinner (and taxi back!). We ended up staying more time here than we expected to make the most of the property! There was a very generous welcome package and the place was spotless. Lots of thoughtful touches and supplies. You don’t need to bring those extra dishwasher or washing machine tablets! Liked all the eco products too. Very friendly and responsive owners. We booked quite late and were lucky it was new on the market but I imagine this will be fully booked in no time. Highly recommend!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 19, 2025

    9.0
    Highly recommend Switha
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had trouble understanding the heating for a while, and my friend got cold. We didn't realise it was actually off. Sorted it in the end. But then we are older and not so tech savvy.

    The location is wonderful. The upstairs living room is such a dream. Such outstanding views so that we spent a lot of time in there. The house is very clean and comfortable with great facilities.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 17, 2025

    9.0
    Lovely rural location with stunning views
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing in particular

    All the instructions were clear and arrived as per schedule.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 11, 2025

    10
    Outstanding
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had the most wonderful stay in a beautifully presented and really well equipped house with lovely views. The hosts were extremely friendly and unfailingly helpful. We enjoyed visiting many archaeological sites but also loved returning to Switha at the end of the day. Very highly recommended.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 3, 2025

    10
    Pea
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    Absolutely beautiful house, has everything you could want and more for a few days stay. The views are stunning and hosts were very responsive to messages and giving information that was needed. We were all so comfortable during our stay and it was a peaceful haven̈ during our busy work trip!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 27, 2025

    10
    Wonderful, great location for the folk festival and exploring.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Need more information on how to sort the recycling and on the heating system These are minor details. Just update in the very helpful book.

    All great, beautiful views from sitting room on first floor over to Hoy, comfy house. We would consider staying again if visit Orkney. Very helpful host, Lovely welcome box of goodies. Very well stocked kitchen with good utensils, Would benefit from a milk jug.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 16, 2025

    10
    An amazing house with an outstanding view. I just wish to be able to come again.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything ! The welcome package (the huge bottle of Prosecco, fresh eggs, chocolate lollipops for the children for Easter, bread etc..) was amazing. The house is so comfortable. Everything is new and working. The view is outstanding and this stay was the beat part of our holidays in the Highlands. I just want to go again !

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: May 7, 2025

    10
    Absolutely fantastic… what an absolute treat to stay somewhere so welcoming well done to the owners
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was just perfect

    Wow..!! What a spectacular property this is, upon arrival there was cheese, biscuits a bottle of Prosecco and milk in the fridge. The house was spotlessly clean and the views were spectacular. The beds and pillows were super comfortable, and the house had everything required it really felt like home from home. Great value for money too. Beautiful just speechless wow wow wow..!!!!! 🥰

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 28, 2025

    10
    Stunning views
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    The house is beautiful and has the most amazing views from the upstairs living room. We were a group of 5 and had everything we needed, definitely a home from home. A perfect base to explore Orkney. We all had an amazing time and would highly recommend this property as the hosts are lovely and very responsive.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2025

    10
    Highly recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A beautiful property in a lovely location. It was a good base to travel around the islands and relax in the evenings. Wonderful sea views from upstairs living room, well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds and immaculately clean. Welcoming owners and helpful pre stay information.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: February 10, 2025

    10
    Excellent Stay in a beautiful property with Stunning views
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Wish we could have stayed longer!

    Exceptionally clean property, decorated to a very high standard throughout! Stunning views from the upstairs living room. A very relaxing break, and a great location with walks right on your doorstep. Lots of nice touches on our arrival made our stay very comfortable. Everything you need, from coffee, dishwasher tablets, cleaning products, and even toothbrushes & hair bobbles etc for emergencies! They've really thought of everything! Great host, great stay! We'll be back!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: September 5, 2025

    10
    Well thought out, equipped, comfortable accommodation with dramatic views of Hoy and the sea.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: August 15, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: May 20, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2025

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