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Our
two cottages which stand by the base of the lighthouse were
the year-round homes of the former Lighthouse Keepers. They
were
constructed in 1858 according to the designs of David Stevenson of the
renowned Victorian family of lighthouse builders and are now listed buildings.
They
have been restored
and renovated to a very high
standard. The cottages provide the modern facilities and comforts
associated
with 21st century living (like central heating and double glazing) and
yet retain many of their original Victorian features such as
high ceilings, cornice, panelled doors and working shutters.
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Lightkeeper's Cottage |
Assistant
Lightkeeper's Cottage |
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The
Principal Lightkeeper's Cottage offers holiday accommodation
suited for up to four people in
two double bedrooms. (Space for a fifth, fold-up , bed in the lounge is
possible.
The
separate lounge enjoys a lovely sea view. Elegantly decorated and
furnished this cosy room provides a comfy sofa, two armchairs,
footstool and
focal point electric stove.
 
The
open plan kitchen diner offers comfortable dining for six with
panoramic views
over the sea to South Ronaldsay, Pentland Skerries and Switha.
The
kitchen itself also
has a sea view and is well equipped with convection oven, grill,
ceramic hob,
fridge-freezer, dishwasher, microwave, cafetiere, kettle, toaster and
quality
cookware.
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The
Assistant
Lightkeeper's Cottage
is slightly smaller and provides accommodation ideal for four
people in its one double bedroom and one twin bedded room.
The
kitchen which also has a sea view, is small yet well appointed.
It provides convection oven, grill, slow cooker &
ceramic hob, fridge with
ice compartment, microwave,
cafetiere, kettle, toaster and quality cookware.
The
spacious master bedroom
is a quiet room to the rear of the property and is tastefully decorated
with
wardrobe, comfy armchair and 5' King size bed.
The second
bedroom is also
to the rear and offers two single beds, portable TV/VCR and
CD/Radio.
The
bathroom offers walk in shower area, low level wc, pedestal basin,
shaver point
(240/110) and plenty of space for personal toiletry items.
Quality
towels are supplied.
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Other
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Basic
culinary
items are provided by way of dried herbs & spices, cling film,
cooking
foil, kitchen paper, washing up & cleaning products.
There is
a
laundry room on site which includes indoor/outdoor drying
facilites plus, in
each cottage,an
ironing board and iron.
There
are
several seating areas in the garden and the old Paraffin Store (next to
the cottages) holds many extras such as a barbecue, cool bags
and
flasks to
make your holiday more enjoyable.
In
house entertainment is provided by way of TV, Digital Freeview, DVD/VCR
player and CD/Radio together
with a variety of board games, playing cards and reading material. A
broad selection of music and films is available for guest use.
The
Island
of Walls on which the Lighthouse stands is well served by the licensed
general store (J M F Groat), a Post Office and fuel pumps
at Longhope Pier open 9-12:30 & 2-6pm Monday to Saturday, major
cards
accepted and cash can be withdrawn at the Post Office. JMF Groat also
stock a wide
variety of general provisions, fresh local produce, toiletry items and
a good
selection of beers, wines & spirits; newspaper orders and
advance shopping
lists are accepted by Email
or Fax 01856 701251 - please advise your name and date of arrival.
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