Step back in time on Sanday

A Holiday in History

Immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind stay at Boloquoy Victorian Farm & Watermill

Open the door and step into the lives of the Fea family. Experience their simple, close-to-nature existence.  Immerse yourself in the everyday life of a remote island farm between 1880 and 1950.  

Boloquoy provides a comfortable stay – but one that will challenge you to reflect on your lifestyle and leave you changed.

old photo of the house with the family sat outside of it.

Journey Through Time

The house, the land, and the sea

Explore a sustainable past, a deep connection to the landscape and one of Scotland’s undiscovered island communities. 

Uncover how Orkney Retreats and Edward & Vintage have carefully peeled back the years and restored the farm to its authentic past, with utmost attention to detail.

Bringing history to life.

old photo of four men farming in a field.
Black and white photo of a wooden spinning wheel next to a curtain and textured wall, with part of a rug visible in the foreground.
A vintage bedroom with a metal bed frame, quilts, a wooden dresser, and a hanging lamp.

The Boloquoy Story

Our film about finding Boloquoy’s hidden treasures

How we spent two years painstakingly transforming one of the UK’s most remote farms into an immersive Victorian experience.  This documentary film tells the story of Boloquoy’s history and its subsequent restoration.

Orkney in Style

Orkney Retreats’ Other Experiences

Orkney Retreats offers luxurious island farmhouses and cottages with first-class hospitality. Steeped in history and carefully curated to conserve the rich local culture, our properties provide an unforgettable experience.

Cosy living room with soft furnishings