Welcome to Lynwood
About Lynwood
Lynwood is a two double bedroom self-catering cottage, situated in Stenness, the heart of Neolithic Orkney. It is within walking distance to the Standing Stones of Stenness, the Ring of Brodgar, the Ness of Brodgar and Maeshowe. The cottage is only 5 miles from Stromness and 10 miles from Kirkwall, the Capital of Orkney. The cottage has air-source central heating, has a private driveway and enclosed garden with spectacular views over the Harray and Stenness lochs.
Lynwood is a fantastic location to enjoy a peaceful, relaxing holiday, it is located on the main Stromness to Kirkwall road, A965, with public transport passing at regular intervals. The local shop, Ice cream parlour and Standing Stones hotel are within a 5 minute walk.
Suitable for fishing, walking, cycling, archaeological and bird watching holidays, with outside storage facility available. Unfortunately Lynwood is a no pets and smoke free accomodation facility.
Getting to Orkney
Northlink ferries provides the islands with two ferry services, one from Shetland or Aberdeen which docks in Kirkwall and one from Scrabster which docks in Stromness. Pentland Ferries have a catamaran which runs between St Margaret’s Hope and Gills Bay. The local airport is 20 miles away. Local buses have a regular services to and from these facilities, with a bus stop a 2 minute walk from the cottage.
Cultural Sites
Lynwood is situated in the heart of Neolithic Orkney, with the Standing of Stenness, the Ring of Brodgar and Maeshowe, all within a 10 minute walk. Skara Brae and Skaill House are situated in Sandwick which is a 10 minute drive away.
Leisure Activities
There are two swimming pools on the mainland, one in Stromness and one in Kirkwall. The Pickaquoy centre has a range of activities to suit all ages. Stromness and Kirkwall both have their own golf courses.
Fishing
Lynwood looks over the Stenness and Harray Lochs, with a range of competitions running over the season.
Orkney Food and Drink
Orkney produces a wide array of excellent food and drink. Check out the Orkney Food and Drink website for links to each website.
Local Wildlife
Lynwood is situated in the countryside, with fields surrounding the property. With views of the Stenness and Harray Lochs, wildlife is right on your doorstep.
Orkney Crafts
Orkney is renowned for its high quality crafts, with a range of crafts being available on the Craft Trail.
Stromness/Kirkwall
Stromness and Kirkwall have websites advertising events, shops and services. Stromness has the Pier Arts Centre, the Stromness Museum, and Library. Kirkwall has the Orkney Museum, St Magnus Cathedral, Earls & Bishops Palaces, and the Library.
Orkney Festivals
Orkney hosts a variety of festivals throughout the year: Orkney Folk Festival, Science Festival, St Magnus Festival, Nature Festival, Blues Festival, Rock Festival, Rock Festival, Stromness Shopping Week.
Contact us
info@lynwoodselfcateringokrney.co.uk 07743701411