Principal Lightkeeper's Cottage Cantick Head

Cantick Head Lighthouse Cottages

The Principal Lightkeeper's Cottage offers year round holiday accommodation ideal for 2 singles, 1 or 2 couples, a couple and single adult or family of 3-4 including children over 12 years. Restored and renovated to a very high standard, the Cottage provides the modern facilities and comforts associated with 21st century living yet retains many original Victorian features such as high ceilings, cornice, panelled doors and working shutters.

	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.
In house entertainment is provided by way of TV, Digital Freeview, DVD, VCR 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 open plan kitchen diner offers comfortable dining for six with panoramic views over the sea to South Ronaldsay, Pentland Skerries and Switha.
The kitchen area 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. Basic culinary items are provided by way of dried herbs & spices, cling film, cooking foil, kitchen paper, washing up & cleaning products.
	The spacious master bedroom has lovely sea and hill views to the rear of the property and is tastefully decorated with traditional wardrobe, dressing table and 5' King size bed.
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, complimentary shower cap and toilet roll per person are supplied. There is a laundry room on site along with indoor/outdoor drying facilites plus an iron and board in the cottage.
	The second bedroom is also to the rear and offers a standard double bed with portable TV/VCR and CD/Radio. A Zbed is available for use in the separate lounge. Quality bed linen, pillows, hot water bottles and hairdryer are supplied.

There are several seating areas in the garden, the old Paraffin Store provides many extras to make your holiday more enjoyable such as a barbecue, cool bags and flasks.

Cantick Head's position at the end of a private, unadopted road provides an excellent walking and cycling environment, whether beachcombing for shells and driftwood or just gazing at the sea you will rarely be disturbed.

Sea angling is a common pastime from the cliffs around the Lighthouse and Trout fishing is available at Heldale Water, licenses or permits are not required.

Professional guided tours of Hoy, the Hills and 9,700 acre RSPB reserve are available on the Island along with boating, diving and fishing trips.

Two seasonal Cafes and three pubs provide snacks, lunches, afternoon teas and evening meals; Anchor Bar, Royal and Stromabank Hotels offer traditional Pub atmospheres including pool, darts and occasional live music.

The Island of Walls is well served by a licensed general store, 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 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.

PLEASE NOTE

Cantick Head Lighthouse Cottages are not suitable for children under 12 years of age.

Due to the fragile environment, ground nesting birds, grazing sheep and consideration for other guests we are unable to accept pets.

Whereas the right of an adult to smoke is acknowledged, smoking in the bedrooms is strictly prohibited; smokers are requested to do so outdoors when possible.