Cantick Head Lighthouse & Cottages are situated at the tip of the Walls peninsula on the Orkney island of Hoy overlooking Cantick Sound and the southern entrance to Scapa Flow in the Pentland Firth.
Unique self catering accommodation is offered in two former Lightkeeper's homes designed and engineered in the 1850's by the Stevenson brothers David & Thomas, sons of engineer Robert Stevenson. Restored and refurbished to a very high standard, the Cottages provide modern facilities and comforts associated with 21st century living yet retain many original Victorian features.
Private and secluded within an acre of walled grounds and over a mile from its nearest neighbour, the Lighthouse cottages provide peace and tranquillity occasionally interrupted by the sound of the sea and calling of the birds.
Porpoise, Seals and Whales are frequent visitors to Cantick Sound, Orcas have been seen on several occasions each year since June 2003. Dramatic scenery, bird, marine and plant life in abundance, mild climate and very little traffic serve to make the Islands of Hoy & South Walls an ideal base for walking and cycling. Archaeology, Geology and an impressive Naval history from the Vikings to World War II are all on the doorstep.
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; off shore angling and wildlife cruises are available from the island.
The Assistant Lightkeeper's Cottage offers a double and single bedroom ideal for 1 or 2 singles, a couple or small family of three.
The Principal Lightkeeper's Cottage offers two double bedrooms suitable for 2 singles, 1 or 2 couples, a couple and single adult or family of three.
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.
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