Decor not to my taste but others might like. Would have liked e suite bathroom but bathroom close by

Very friendly host. Easy to find

Stayed in May 2024

Personnel choices, l do not like to wander about for the toilet and shower, at my age visits to the loo at night time are obligatory Prefer tea/coffee making facilities in the room, again we were told to help ourselves from the kitchen, but, do not like that idea.

The hostess was fantastic, could not of been more helpful, we would stay there again just for this lady.

Stayed in April 2024

A lovely warm welcome. We were offered the use of the kitchen and the facilities. Bedroom was very comfortable

Stayed in April 2024

House was cold, but we worked out how to use the heater in our room. Shared bathroom, however on this occasion, we were the only guests, so no issue.

Harbour front, quirky, kinda opulent decor. Lorna our host was absolutely lovely! We really enjoyed chatting with her and learning about the locale. Our chosen breakfast was provided and was delicious. Comfortable bed and pillows (essential!)

Stayed in April 2024

Curtain didn't make the room very dark at night. Not a big issue.

Lovely homestay. Lovely host. Comfortable and all you need is available. Wonderful breakfast and lovely touch of snacks available.

Stayed in October 2023

Shared bathroom and a little bit too much decoration for my taste.

Nice view to the harbour. Friendly reception and nice breakfast.

Stayed in August 2023

Lorna is a very nice host and her cottage is well situated facing the sea. Her breakfast is delicious.

Stayed in July 2023

Ground floor room

Stayed in May 2023

We found it a bit difficult to find initially as there is a one way street in Helmsdale main area, but simply go down the hill on entering the fork down to the harbour and turn left onto the harbour side road for about 50 metres on the left. The room we had had a small washbasin in it ,but the modern bathroom was down the main hall ,so it could be possible to bump into another guest--either in the morning or at night if going to the toilet. There were no others there, so this was no problem for us. Lorna was extremely welcoming and showed us the kitchen/breakfast area, to come and go to help ourselves to coffee/tea /various fruit/biscuits at any time--we didn't take advantage of this-and her breakfast was really great, with fluted glasses for fruit drinks,a range of jams/marmalade and a full breakfast, cooked by her right next to you! Very homely and pleasant, at a single large round table. We travelled from John o' Groats and arrived about 8.30 p.m. so needed a meal--the Bannockburn pub up the hill ,only about five minutes from the house did excellent pub grub and there was no problem having a drink, as it was easily walkable without a car. These latter comments should be in the What we liked box above!!!

the location was right on the harbour side of the old fishing port--peaceful ,and parking was simply outside the house on the roadside.The house itself is part of a terrace of what were probably fishermen's cottages--it is a blue painted frontage with Selkie written over the front door with Song Of The Sea in small letters underneath so look for that on the left hand side.

Stayed in May 2023

Room is not en-suite and price is a bit high, but everything is expensive these days. The Song of the Sea was actually the cheapest option locally, and it was very nice!

Cozy place well located in the town of Helmsdale. Lovely host! Comfortable room and good shower. Nice common rooms with a view. Breakfast and a wide range of snacks and drinks available. I had a great stay!

Stayed in April 2023

Great to have the kitchen and cooking facilities available separately and Lorna provides a good breakfast and a very well stocked tea/coffee station with snacks & fruit. The room was cosy & comfortable and we loved being surrounded by the eclectic mix of treasures. Super location, walking distance to pubs/restaurants and shops. Fabulous sunrises over the ocean on our morning walks with dogs - who were also made very welcome. Shared bathroom wasn't an issue as there was no-one in the other room. Lovely stay - thank you! :)

Stayed in November 2022

Wasn't as clean as it should have been. Cobwebs in the hallway and bathroom. Bathroom had too many personal toiletries wasn't sure if they were for guest use.

The view from the bedroom was amazing. Overlooked the harbour. Lovely host, very knowledgeable about the area. Breakfast nice if somewhat limited.

Stayed in October 2022

all comfortable

close to harbour, warm, fresh fruit in the morning, full use of kitchen for hot drinks amd a range of snacks.

Stayed in October 2022

I note in other reviews that the feedback seems to ignore that this a real B&B in someone’s home. Perhaps people are getting used to purpose-built AirBnB properties that have more in common with commercial hotels. Enjoy the diversity here!

This homely B&B is located on the picturesque harbour. Lorna was helpful with access information & dining options plus she provided a fabulous breakfast.

Stayed in September 2022

No en siute facilities

Lovely friendly host lorna. Lots of choices for breakast and able to help ourselves for foof/ drinks if we were hungry on arrival. Beautiful location

Stayed in September 2022

Such a warm welcome for us and the dog . host left cakes and sweets etc to help yourselves too . we used local spa and ate in kitchen .

Stayed in September 2022

We had an enjoyable stay. The host Lorna made us feel welcome and was up for a chat. Breakfast was ample and lovely. The home is right at the face of the harbour in a quaint village. .

Stayed in September 2022

No method of making a morning drink in the room.

Adequate breakfast.

Stayed in September 2022

Nothing.

What a lovely welcome from the host. Really comfortable room with a view of the harbour. Shared bathroom which was no issue for us. We'll stocked with toiletries and fresh towels provided. Kitchen area which you were welcomed to use with snacks and hot drink making facilities. Breakfast made in the morning at requested time by the host. For the price point we had a great stay.

Stayed in August 2022

Could have been cleaner, but in saying that the bedding was clean and the bed was very comfortable

Friendly host, lovely location

Stayed in July 2022

Shared bathroom No lock on bedroom door, so had to take valuables with me to the shower, as front door was always open Not a massive problem, but something that I couldn't get used to but would be OK for others

Lovely location opposite the harbour Lorna was lovely Comfortable bed Enjoyable breakfast Parking right outside

Stayed in July 2022

I am on a long bike ride and Lorna provided a wonderful service. She is welcoming, kind and generous. You treat the house as if it is your own home. The harbourside location provides wonderful views to wake up to.

Stayed in June 2022

good breakfast and made to feel at home.

Stayed in June 2022

I wasn’t expecting a shared bathroom and that’s my fault. I probably wouldn’t have booked it had I known, but it was okay. We had problems with the lock on the bathroom door though. The bathroom had loads of supplies in there and lovely towels.

Fab location. Great breakfast. Lorna was an excellent host and was very helpful.

Stayed in June 2022