Annie's Place Reviews

5.0
out of 5

31st October 2021, guest from Henfield:
"My recent stay was my 2nd visit to Annie's Place and I am already looking forward to returning for my third visit in June 2022. Anne and Robin do their upmost to provide holiday accommodation tha ..."

31st October 2021, guest from Henfield:
"My recent stay was my 2nd visit to Annie's Place and I am already looking forward to returning for my third visit in June 2022. Anne and Robin do their upmost to provide holiday accommodation that is a real home from home. The accomadation is meticulously cleaned and provided all that was required during my stay. Annie's Place is in a lovely position just a walk beside the garden to reach the shore. I have enjoyed looking out to sea where I have seen seals and a wide range of sea birds. Lovely walks can be taken from the front door. Anne and Robin Barr are a welcoming and friendly couple who do all they can to ensure my stay is all that I could wise for. Jacqueline Harford "

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"Don't miss the Fire Hoouse. An amazing journey back through the life led by 2 brother who were born there and lived their whole lives here. I like to walk on the shore at Evie Sands. Ganets can be seen diving in the bay. Vist nearby Gurness to truly go back in time. Many walks nearby Annie's place. The simply styled church next to the Manse is inviting and has a lovely stained glass window installed in recent years. Don't miss a visit to the shoreline of Yesnby. "

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Would Recommend: Yes

Owner Response
We are delighted that you, like so many of our guests, choose to keep returning to Annie’s Place because you all say that it is a home from home, in a great location with everything required and so much to see and do in the immediate vicinity and further afield. Cleanliness and a great welcoming are also so important to ensure our guests have a great holiday. Thank you also for including helpful tips which we endorse. We try to advise all guests to visit Kirbuster Fire Hoose which is just up the road, and many guests also say that Yesnaby is a highlight of their holiday. See you next year!

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5.0
out of 5

25th October 2021, guest from Sheffield:
"We had another wonderful stay at Annie’s Place. The location is of course perfect but then again so is the quality of the accommodation and the helpfulness of hosts Anne and Robyn. We will be back."

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"Birsay Tearooms of course
The Storehouse Restaurant in Kirkwall
The Kirk Gallery and Cafe at Tankerness
JP chutney
A walk to the stack at Yesnaby "

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Would Recommend: Yes

Owner Response
Thank you for another very positive review recommending Annie's Place and listing excellent tips for future guests. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and found everything to be so much to your liking. We do look forward to welcoming you back yet again.

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5.0
out of 5

17th October 2021, guest from Stirling:
"We so enjoyed our stay in Orkney but where we were staying made it all the more special. Anne’s place felt like home from home. After a day out it was nice to get back to a cosy home. We also ha ..."

17th October 2021, guest from Stirling:
"We so enjoyed our stay in Orkney but where we were staying made it all the more special. Anne’s place felt like home from home. After a day out it was nice to get back to a cosy home. We also had very good weather and made it over the causeway to the light house. Birsay was a great place to say. So thank you Anne & Robin for sharing your lovely flat. J&S"

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"Make sure you book wherever you want to eat we had great food At Merkister. Local Tearoom was open but we lost out because we didn’t book. "

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Would Recommend: Yes

Owner Response
Thank you for your very positive review confirming how much you enjoyed Orkney, Birsay and Annie’s Place. We are always glad when guests comment that Annie’s Place feels like home from home. Ensuring it is clean, cosy and comfortable are key aims at any any time of the year, but more so over the off-season months. You are correct that the Merkister Hotel and Birsay Bay tearoom are worth visiting but are very popular for that reason. Booking has become essential in Covid 19 times!

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5.0
out of 5

9th October 2021, guest from Nottingham:
"Anne and Robin are delightful hosts who really take the time to make you feel welcome and comfortable. The apartment is very clean and cosy and has everything you need for an enjoyable, relaxing s ..."

9th October 2021, guest from Nottingham:
"Anne and Robin are delightful hosts who really take the time to make you feel welcome and comfortable. The apartment is very clean and cosy and has everything you need for an enjoyable, relaxing stay.
The books, artwork and furnishings make it a real home from home and you can look forward to returning to Annie's Place at the end of a day spent exploring this wonderful island.
The location is superb, within yards of the shoreline, a ruined 16th century courtyard castle and stunning scenery.
Annie's Place has it all !!
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"Don't miss the sunsets at Birsay Bay, they're awesome!
The many walks are varied and beautiful, Anne and Robin are very knowledgeable about the surrounding area and there are lots of information leaflets in the apartment.
The yellow honesty box close to Annie's Place is full of homemade goodies, tiffin,chutneys etc. all recommended !!
The shop next door is a very friendly place and well stocked.
Kirbuster Museum is great, very helpful and knowledgeable guide who really brings the place to life.
Birsay Bay tearoom is well worth a visit too.

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Would Recommend: Yes

Owner Response
Thank you for highlighting all the aspects you valued about Annie’s Place and our welcome! We are so glad you felt so comfortable, relaxed and at home here. We couldn’t ask for more than your comment that “Annie’s Place has it all”. We also appreciate you taking the time to list tips for travellers which we endorse. There is so much to enjoy locally, as well as relaxing, either in Annie’s Place, or watching sunsets, birds, and seals whilst enjoying local goodies!

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4.8
out of 5

8th October 2021, guest from Glasgow:
"We had a great holiday thanks, lovely welcome, Anne and Robin know so much about the area and nothing was too much trouble. Annie’s place has everything you could need, so clean , not a spec of ..."

8th October 2021, guest from Glasgow:
"We had a great holiday thanks, lovely welcome, Anne and Robin know so much about the area and nothing was too much trouble. Annie’s place has everything you could need, so clean , not a spec of dust to be found! The welcome hamper was a lovely touch. Thanks , we will be back. "

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"So much to do in the area, lovely walks in Birsay , a busy shoreline with birds and seals , with Earls Palace just outside , the kids had a great time exploring. Recommend the Ferry Inn and Birsay Bay tearoom for food. Lots of nice parks for the kids including the new one near Birsay , which we cycled to. "

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Would Recommend: Yes

Owner Response
Thank you for your positive review. We are always delighted to be as helpful as we can be to assist our guests in having a great holiday here. Glad too that you enjoyed all that the local area has to offer, especially when you have children with you. Our shoreline bench is always popular for bird, seal and sunset watching! We look forward to welcoming you back yet again.

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Location:	5.0
Cleanliness:	5.0
Service/Staff:	5.0
Facilities:	4.9