With the bonus of free WIFI, it is well worth popping by.įunzie: This area is not only beautiful, but it is also geologically fascinating with stones that have undergone millions of years of movement on its glorious beach. With detailed maps and brochures illuminating the island and its attractions, it is a great spot to get to know your surroundings. Juliet and Lucy would be more than happy to offer guidance to walkers who cannot choose which to walk first.įetlar Interpretive Centre, the island museum: This is the place to go for all information regarding Fetlar. The island has some very special walks, including The Urie Walk, The Roundhouse Walk, Strandburgh Ness Walk and The Snap Walk. Walking: Fetlar is truly wonderful to ramble around, with some great terrain and better views, it is a perfect way to spend a few hours of your day. Juliet and Lucy’s Insider’s Guide to Gord Guest House The appeal of Fetlar is the seclusion you can immerse yourself into the rural landscape and step away from society. To reach Lerwick, you need to take two ferry rides. The nearest town of any size is Lerwick on the main island of Shetland. Surrounding Areaįetlar has 63 residents, and Shetland itself only has approximately 22,000 residents. You have so much to take in Juliet and Lucy will happily offer their knowledge to guide your decision-making. Focus on food and good times in a location that plunges you into the rest of the islands. Excellent home cooking in a friendly and family-run setting. If you want to have food provided with accommodation on Fetlar, then Gord is the place to stay. It is a home away from home for weary travellers who are tired after experiencing the best of what Shetland has to offer. There is also a lounge area for sitting and relaxing before a freshly cooked homemade meal. With four double bedrooms that are all en-suite and have genuinely fantastic views over the garden and the sea. Originally a croft house that was built on the site of a Viking long house (featured on a Time Team episode), Gord Guest House is a stunning property in an even better location. You’ll enjoy comfortable en-suite rooms with plenty of good home cooking using local ingredients. The price quoted includes a full breakfast and three course evening meal as well as the room. It is an extraordinary place to come and enjoy peace and quiet as well as stunning scenery and wildlife. With lovely clean beaches and a beautiful landscape less than five minutes' walk away from the Guest House, it is an excellent place for family holidays and couple retreats. The property is a perfect base for those who want to experience all of what the Shetland Islands offer. Gord Guest House is at the heart of Fetlar, the “Garden of Shetland”.
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