Title: Mingro is a unique beachside cottage that serves as a retreat from modern life. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mingro is a unique beachside cottage that serves as a retreat from modern life. ![Fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48870000/48860600/48860598/dcf39f67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Freezer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48870000/48860600/48860598/bc721d7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48870000/48860600/48860598/52c527b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48870000/48860600/48860598/8f151b84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48870000/48860600/48860598/6e4235f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Mingro, a traditional stone cottage nestled on Rothiesholm Beach in the Northern Orkney Isles. This unique beachside retreat offers a refreshing escape from modern life with no TV or Wi-Fi, allowing you to completely switch off and get back to nature. Enjoy long walks along the beach and coastline, unwind in the 1-acre enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Fireplace - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Mingro is a unique beachside cottage that serves as a retreat from modern life. Mingro is a unique beachside cottage that serves as a retreat from modern life. You’ll go for a week and wish you’d booked for two.. All on the Ground Floor: Living room: (No TV), Multi-Fuel Burner Kitchen/dining room: Multi-Fuel Burner, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Patio Doors Leading To Garden Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Initial fuel for multi-fuel burners included. Welcome pack. . 1-acre enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Mingro is a traditional stone cottage located on Rothiesholm Beach on the island of Stronsay in the Northern Orkney Isles. The beach is pretty much your own, and at high tide the sea is just a stone’s throw away from the back door. Mingro is a retreat from modern life with no Wi-Fi or TV. It’s a refreshing and revitalising place to stay at for a week or two. You can completely switch off and get back to nature. Take long walks along the beach and coastline, chill out and devour those books on your reading list, and ponder why life can’t always be like this. You may have to travel a little further to reach Mingro which is situated on the Island of Stronsay - 7 miles long by 4 miles wide. You catch two ferries to reach the cottage, one from the Scottish mainland to Orkney, and then the second from Kirkwall to Stronsay. Alternatively you can fly from Kirkwall to Stronsay, which only takes a few minutes. You can make your way the 5 miles from the airport to the cottage via bicycle (there’s a free scheme to borrow a bike in the village), on foot or by local taxi (booked in advance). Your adventure starts when you take the first ferry and you won’t regret it. Stronsay is known as the Island of Bays due to it’s miles of empty sandy beaches. The three most spectacular bays are Rothiesholm Beach which Mingro sits beside, St Catherine’s Bay an excellent place to dig for ‘spoots’ (razor clams), and Mill Bay which is a favourite haunt for collecting sea glass and home of Stronsay Bird Reserve. Beyond the bays and beaches there’s miles of outstanding coastline to explore, including arguably Orkney’s most impressive sea arch, the Vat of Kirbister. There’s a brilliant walk from Odiness Bay to the arch that takes in sea stacks, hermitage sites, caves, natural swimming pools and an iron age fort as well. Certainly a must-do when visiting the island, especially as along the way you will see a huge array of sea birds, including the cherished puffins at certain times of the year. Beyond the inspirational natural surroundings there’s a wealth of history to explore. Stronsay has five Iron Age brochs, Bronze Age dykes and evidence of Neolithic tombs, at least 3000 years old. There’s also Norse history with evidence at Dane’s Pier, an old Viking harbour. More recent history can be seen in Whitehall village, the island’s capital, which was a centre of the herring fishing industry in the 18th and 19th centuries. The population now is under 400 people, but during the herring years there were over 5000 people employed curing fish and also collecting kelp. The heritage centre in Whitehall makes for a fascinating visit. Beach 50 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 5 miles. There is open water in the property grounds. There is no TV or Wi-Fi. We highly recommend that you book your ferry as soon as possible as ferries get very busy. You can call Calmac on 0800 066 5000. For ferries that travel to Orkney are Northlink Ferries 08001114422 and Pentland Ferries 0800 688 8998. We also recommend taking out travel insurance in case of delays and cancellations. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking (max 1 space) - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Freezer ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Balcony/patio - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number OR00019F ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 1 Bedroom Accommodation in Stronsay Near Whitehall 1 bedroom accommodation in Stronsay, near Whitehall Cottage 1 bedroom accommodation in Stronsay, near Whitehall Stronsay su-UK30515-UK30515 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C59.10043%2C-2.65808&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DICwPo4kyD2mNCujRfb980_Ps7A=) Stronsay, near Whitehall #### What's nearby - Stronsay Fish Mart - 8 min drive - 5.0 km ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mingro is a unique beachside cottage that serves as a retreat from modern life. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Mingro is a unique beachside cottage that serves as a retreat from modern life.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Mingro is a unique beachside cottage that serves as a retreat from modern life.? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Mingro is a unique beachside cottage that serves as a retreat from modern life. located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Stronsay Fish Mart and within 32 mi (52 km) of Cata Sand and Orkney Wireless Museum. St. Magnus Cathedral and Orkney Museum are also within 32 mi (52 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Mingro is a unique beachside cottage that serves as a retreat from modern life. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan M., North Wales, UK Sep 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical sojourn The island and cottage were exactly what we needed. There was peace and quiet, which allowed us to slow down and breathe. The local residents we met were friendly and welcoming. The island needs a little investment but we really hope mass tourism doesn't ruin its tranquility. ##### Jan M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yvonne B. Jun 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mingro, 1 week Amazing location! Worth the journey time to arrive in this idyllic island. I would have extended the trip if cottage had been available. Seals, swans, owl, skuas, otters, terns all around. The colour of the sea is stunning! We arrived in a thick fog. Had a few wrong turns to get to cottage and the yellow door isn't visible from the road! So drove passed. Electricity is included but on timers. Owner very responsive to my enquires and local community very helpful. If you are into bird watching and walking, you are in for a real treat. ##### Yvonne B. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023