Loft (2 at Wheems Organic Farm)

The situation is stunning, with beautiful views whichever direction you look. The relaxed atmosphere and low key presence of the owners enables guests to relax immediately and feel at home. We soon found our way around and what we couldnt find there was always a friendly person at hand to help. the facilites are definitely basic and simple but this is what charms you in the end. It is like another world, having only what we need in a spirit of sharing and kindness. We loved it and will hopefully be back next year. Thankyou so much!

Sophie looked after us extremely well. A lot of thought has gone into how the site is set up and operates.

We really enjoyed our stay here at the end of July and early August. Such a laid back atmosphere, lovely facilities. Nothing too much trouble and the fresh vegetables in the honesty shop were brilliant. We'll definitely be back!

This was actually the second time I've stayed at Wheems, myself and those in my my group have used the grass pitch for a tent, a camper van pitch, an eco cabin and the yurt. I would give 5 stars to all. The pitches are designed so that as little of the view is obscured as possible and even when it's busy you can't lose the magic of the sea view and the atmospheric pink skies at sundown. The beach is a short walk or drive away, very accessible, and beautifully sandy, clean and always relatively quiet. Nothing on Orkney is far away but South Ronaldsay is home to woods, beaches, tombs, cliffs, wartime batteries and Skerries restaurant (which is a must visit if you like seafood). At the site the toilets and showers are always clean, the kitchen and dining area is very useful and a great way to chat to other holiday makers who might have hints and tips of where to visit. The honesty shop provides essentials and you can even order fresh eggs and baked bread from the farm. I love it at Wheems, the people are friendly and down to earth and the facilities are environmentally conscious and clean. I will no doubt return every year and look forward to bringing my children here in future.

We stayed on Wheems for a week and really felt like we got to know the place! The views out to sea were absolutely beautiful. The kitchen/dining area are all open to the elements which makes for a rustic, cosy but wild camp feel to the holiday. Toilets and showers were basic but clean and hot - a cupboard with a hairdryer and general bathroom products was really handy! Everything was kept very clean and tidy and other campers respected that too. There were plenty of pots and pans etc to use for cooking. The owner and Sophie (who worked there) were so friendly and thoughtful. We had a terrible storm and gale force winds and they opened the farm house with a log burning fire to guests to keep warm as well as providing alternative emergency accommodation on site for those who’s tents were damaged! A lovely small site, it definitely has a rather bohemian feel to it and would be a perfect retreat for artists or those wanting to get away from it all! The site is on a hill and catches the wind so bring extra guide ropes and chocks if you’re in a Campervan. The slope is something to keep in mind whilst getting to and from the showers etc as the ground is uneven and a little steep. Plots were a little on the small side and we had to reposition our awning to the back of the pitch as there was very little room for our VW and drive away awning when side to side. I would definitely recommend Wheems and would love to go back again. Beautiful and bohemian site, fantastic views, good rustic facilities and beautiful location on South Ronaldsay Island. Fabulous for getting away from it all and for getting a feel for all Orkney has to offer. Absolutely worth a stay there!