The Sands Hotel in Burray dates back to 1860 and has “an imposing position overlooking the beach and with stunning views,” The Herald reports. Graham + Sibbald is marketing the hotel in Burray, located just off mainland Orkney, which was once only accessible by boat although is now linked by the iconic causeways, the Churchill Barriers. The hotel is also said to have “stunning views over Water Sound to South Ronaldsay”.
READ MORE: Aberdeen: Popular Scottish bar Orchid put up for sale The agent commented: "This location is a fantastic destination enriched with history. "The route through these islands encompasses the Churchill Barriers. Burray itself, is a small but thriving community with a variety of attractions, with beautiful beaches, an excellent play park and crazy golf course.
"Burray is also the home of the Orkney Gin Company and is where the award-winning gins are produced. The route to access Burray is an attraction itself offering spectacular scenery, only found here." Graham + Sibbald also said "The Sands Hotel is a 4-Star, eight-bedroom hotel.
The hotel offers six ensuite letting rooms plus two modern suites that are arranged over two floors. "As well as the spacious and comfortable letting accommodation, the hotel offers its guests a variety of restaurant and bar facilities. There is also a staff house, Point Cottage, which comprises a semi-detached two storey house located at the front of the hotel.
Point Cottage has two double bedrooms, bathroom, dining.