It was completely renovated in 2009 and the accommodation comprises of 1 single, 1 twin and 1 double room. There is a wet room with shower and toilet, and a bathroom with a shower over bath. The living room has a Freeview TV and DVD player and solid fuel stove. The fitted kitchen has a gas cooker, fridge freezer and a microwave with a separate utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer.

The cottage has oil central heating and internet. Outside there is a small walled garden, with patio, a large drying green and ample parking. It is close to beaches and coastal walks. The nearby village of St Margaret's Hope has a post office, shops, restaurants, pubs, craft shops, tennis court, bowling green and 9 hole golf course. Kirkwall is 15 miles away across the Churchill Barriers.