Rockworks Chalets No.6 St Mary's

It's Rockworks Chalets No.6, on St Mary's in Orkney. It's one of a row of semi-detached chalets. The main thing is the view. You're right on the shore of Scapa Flow, looking out towards the Italian Chapel.

It sleeps four. Two bedrooms, a double and a twin, and one bathroom with a shower. It's got a 4 Star rating. It's a chalet, so everything is on one level, which is handy. The open plan living area gets a lot of light.

You've got a small patio area out the front to sit on. There's parking right there. Bedding and towels are included. There's WiFi and a TV. There's a cot and a highchair if you need them.

A cafe and gallery is next door. The nearest shop is about half a mile away in St Mary's village. For a pub or a restaurant, you'd drive to Kirkwall, which is about five miles.

For things to do, you're very central. The Italian Chapel and the Churchill Barriers are basically on your doorstep. Kirkwall, with St Magnus Cathedral, is ten minutes by car. The neolithic sites like the Ring of Brodgar are about a twenty minute drive. Stromness is a similar distance, it's a proper old harbour town.

The west coast walks, like at Yesnaby, are about half an hour away. You can get a ferry from Stromness to Hoy to see the Old Man. The coastline all around here is good for walking and you'll see a lot of seabirds.

Useful links if you're planning: Historic Environment Scotland for the ancient sites, and Visit Orkney for general information.

No pets, I'm afraid. We have a few other chalets next door if you're coming with a bigger group.