We stayed for just one night at Ormiston but Carolyn looked after us regally. We had muffins on arrival, were given lots of useful information (including The Ship that never was - go and see it!), restaurant recommendations, driving directions for the next day etc. The house is an historic beauty. lovingly restored. Our room was beautiful as was breakfast... More

My wife and I just spent 3 days at the end of April at Ormiston House with great hosts Mike & Carolyn and found the experience an absolute delight. On our arrival Mike greeted us at the door, showed us to our room and then asked us if we would like some fresh milk adn cupcakes so we could settle... More

We stayed here in early April and had a lovely relaxing time. We found our hosts Carolyn and Mike to be extremely helpful and warm people. Nothing was too much trouble for them. How sweet to be offered some delicious homemade muffins whilst we settled into our room and again when departing - as well as a surprise postcard waiting... More

poor breakfast- very limited items-place is ready to be updated- rather tired interiors-overpriced for what it is-never saw a soul in the bar area for at least an hour whilst we read books displayed. until up popped some strange bloke to ask did we need a drink. so that area needs improvement. got the feeling the place was just coasting... More

If you are really interested in Stahan and getting recommendations on what to see/do on your trip to and from this beautiful village, this is the place to stay. Carolyn the host of Ormiston House goes above and beyond the call of duty to send you written notes about your trip over to Strahan before you have even set off.... More

We were greeted with a genuinely warm welcome by Caroline, compete with tea, coffee and raspberry muffins, freshly made. The attention to detail in this historic home is amazing, from the period furniture right down to the silver tea strainer at the breakfast table. The owners have gone to great lengths to help the traveller enjoy every aspect of thier... More

We stayed at Ormiston House for our one day in Strahan. It was by sheer chance since we were there on Labor Day and took the only accommodation left. What luck! This house is one of the original Strahan mansions and has been lovingly restored by the current owners. You had the feeling of stepping back into the 19th Century,... More

Ormiston House is a large old building full of character and on arrival you will be told stories about the history of the previous owners which is well documented up in the attic museum room. Carolyn is a great host, amenable and helpful with her guides to driving around the area. The home made muffins on arrival and departure are... More

We only stayed one night but we could not have had a more warm welcome or been better looked after in this beautifully cared for and immaculate historic house. We stayed in "Amelia" which is a delightful, cosy room, bright with the late afternoon sun pouring in, and I did appreciate being given fresh milk to make tea or coffee... More