Backaskaill Farmhouse

Set in Orkney in the Orkney Islands region and Skara Brae reachable within 45 km, Backaskaill Farmhouse offers accommodation with free WiFi, a children's playground, a restaurant and free private parking.

Each unit is fitted with a patio, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. A fridge, an oven and stovetop are also featured, as well as a kettle and a coffee machine.

The holiday home offers a sun terrace.

There is a garden with a barbecue at this property and guests can go hiking and fishing nearby.

The nearest airport is North Ronaldsay, 11.2 miles from Backaskaill Farmhouse, and the property offers a free airport shuttle service.

Information about the host

**3 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY** Literally a stone’s throw from a mile-long sandy beach, Backaskaill boasts panoramic views from almost every room. The characterful, B-listed farmhouse has been decorated and equipped to a high standard and makes the most of its romantic location. On the ground floor a charming, kitchen/dining room with range, a utility/WC/shower room, and a master suite. A stunning unique hallway and staircase lead to the first floor. The living room has panoramic views across the bay and a multi-fuel stove for cosy evenings. There are two further bedrooms and a bathroom. The enclosed garden features outdoor dining and a summerhouse. The cottage is a cosy one-bedroom traditional farm-servants’ cottage nestled in a farm steading, adjacent to a beach that feels like it’s yours and yours alone. It enjoys views across farmland and exclusive use of the back garden which is laid to lawn. A small, walled front garden provides a sheltered bistro-style outdoor dining area. The cottage features a well-equipped kitchen/dining room with range, a spacious living room with extra bed if needed, comfortable conservatory, and double bedroom with shower room.

The Isle of Sanday is one of Scotland’s best-kept secrets. Remote, wild and breathtakingly beautiful. Aside from complete peace and quiet, there’s also lots to see and do across this wonderful little island. Sanday boasts outstanding wildlife on land and at sea. You can see rare birds and flora, and perhaps otters, orca, and other marine species in the crystal-clear northern waters. There is a heritage centre, craft hub, artists’ workshops, archaeological sites, shops, a café/pizzeria, a 9-hole golf course, an abundance of brilliant walks and great cycling routes. The 600-strong population of Sanday organise and welcome guests to numerous events throughout the year including fishing trips, an agricultural show, lectures, dances (ceilidhs), lighthouse and wildlife tours, and a lot more.