Puffin Cottage has sea views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in John O Groats, 17 km from Sinclair's Bay. The property features garden views, and is 11 km from The Castle Gardens of Mey. Guests can access the bed and breakfast via private entrance. All units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a kettle. Units include a shared bathroom with a bath and a hair dryer. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Wick John O’Groats Airport, 24 km from the bed and breakfast.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
10
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  • Herring
    Canada Canada
    Who doesn't want to stay at a petting zoo??? A wonderful little farm with amazing views of the ocean and surrounding area. A cozy bedroom to sleep in until the rooster says it's time to get up!
  • Keith
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast had a nice selection of things and freshly made bread! Host was lovely. It was nice to see the animals in the petting farm and hear about their stories. The location is wonderful,but we were so lucky with the weather!
  • Jason
    Australia Australia
    Room and breakfast was great, especially the fresh baked bread. Location was perfect. Cara was very welcoming and friendly.

Hosted by Cara

9.8
9.8
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Cara
Stay at the most northerly petting farm in the U.K! Relax in comfort with views of the sea and Orkney isles from your bedroom window and time with some of the friendliest animals you will ever meet! Puffin Cottage has it's own private entrance giving you the freedom to come and go as you want. There are two bedrooms upstairs at either end of the corridor with a shared bathroom in the middle. The double room has a double bed with a king size duvet to keep you extra cosy and draught free at night. The twin room has single beds with double duvets. Breakfast is included in your stay and each morning the breakfast room is laid out with cereals, freshly baked bread, eggs from the farm etc. and arranged to be self service. Your stay includes unlimited free access to the petting farm during it's opening hours (10am - 6pm in summer, 10am - dark in winter)
Ideally located in John O'Groats a few minutes walk to the post office and pub that also serves meals all day. On the same road as the famous Duncansby stacks where Puffins and other sea birds can be seen during the breeding season. Walking distance to the harbour where there are a selection of shops and cafes and the foot ferry to the Orkneys that runs through the summer
Languages spoken: English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of Puffin Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules

Puffin Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 18:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 3 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 3 and older are allowed)

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Puffin Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about Puffin Cottage

  • Room options at Puffin Cottage include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Puffin Cottage is 350 yards from the centre of John O Groats. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Puffin Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Puffin Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at Puffin Cottage is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.