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Avalon House

Carness Road, Kirkwall KW15 1UE, Scotland
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Avalon House
Ranked #2 of 23 Kirkwall B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 63 Reviews
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Redmond, Oregon
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

I enjoyed the 4 star comforts and superb hospitality of Jane and Alistair in mid-April during an extended motor trip through Scotland. My only regret is that I did not plan for more time here. This is a brand new "purpose built" guest house in a lovely, quiet residential area, steps from the sea. Everything about Avalon House is truly... More

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Halden, Ostfold, Norway
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

We stayed in Avalon house for 4 nights. Wish we could have stayed longer and we would love to come back. Excellent breakfast,comfortable well equipped and clean room. Jane and Alistair are great hosts. Very highly recommended place to stay.

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Aylesbury, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012
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Stayed in Avalon house for 3 nights in summer. Very clean and comfortable. Jane was very welcoming and helpful with local information. Great breakfast. Only disappointment was the view from the bedroom was on to the car park but the view from the dining room was lovely.

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Santiago, Chile
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 October 2011
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I stayed 3 nights at Avalon House and I think it is excellent. Every detail is taken care of. It is minutes away form center of Kirwall by car and about 15 min walking distance. Spotlessly clean, big confortable rooms, great breakfast and warm atmosphere make you want to stay . At night the only sound you hear is the... More

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Phelan, California
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 October 2011
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people found this review helpful

A wonderful stay! Jane and Alistair went above and beyond all expectations as hosts. Jane went as far as following up with the airlines on our lost luggage. The breakfasts were not only delicious but all guests were welcomed as if Jane and Alistair were hosting family members. The rooms were very comfortable and clean, all needs were met. Michelle... More

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Inverness, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 October 2011

We recently stayed here as part of a short holiday in Scotland. Jane our host emailed in advance to make sure everything we needed was in place, which was a lovely touch. The room was very spacious and spotlessly clean. The large room and bathroom was very family friendly too. Breakfast was second to none. A great place to stay,... More

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Denver, Colorado
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 September 2011

What great hosts and accommodations. We came in on the Ferry from Lerwick...late at night and couldn't get a rental car until the next morning. No problem, Jane arranged a cab for us and Alastair was up to greet us and get us into a great room. We filled out our breakfast menu selections nightly and we were wrapped in... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2011 via mobile
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Can only echo what has been written already. Fantastic B&B great location with fantastic views from the bedroom and dining room over breakfast. We stayed with two teenage boys and there was more than enough room in the family room with plenty of space to spare. It's the small touches that make the big difference and the bath is wonderful... More

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Retired in Wisconsin
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 August 2011
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Immaculate facilities -- thoughtful, knowledgeable, professional and friendly service -- excellent location for Kirkwall attractions and touring Mainland Orkney & other islands. Of the four b & bs we stayed in during a 2-week vacation in northern England and various Scottish spots Avalon House easily comes out as The Best for creature comforts of all kinds. Terrific shower, sunsets from... More

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Cleveland, OH
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 August 2011

I founf this to be one of the best guest house accommodations that we have stayed at. Jane was cheerful, helpful, accommodating, etc. I arrived early and she handled it with no problem. Her facilities were top notch. Her breakfasts were delicious. The rooms were large and the bathroom was spacious with excellent water pressure. Her husband, Alastair, was extremely... More

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Carness Road, Kirkwall KW15 1UE, Scotland
Price range (per night):* S$133

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