SANDSIDE HOUSE

Welcome to Sandside on the island of Graemsay, Orkney, Scotland, which is owned by me, Sian Thomas.  I first saw the house in May 1999 when visiting the island with a friend, James Antrican. I knew immediately it was where I wanted to live.  Although the house may at first seem very isolated, Graemsay is, in fact, a very close knit community and welcomes newcomers. Sandside, which was nearly derelict when we first saw it, has now been completely renovated.  Both James and I shared a vision for the design of the house, however James has now chosen to remain in London and I have taken over full ownership. I’ve chosen Sandside as a place to live, where I can be more in tune with the natural rhythms of life.  

The house has undergone extensive renovations in recent years and photos of the various stages of the house being "reborn" can be found throughout this website. Feel free to take a look around Sandside and its environs through these pages.  

Overview of Sandside and Graemsay

Plans with details and pictures

Renovations with explanations and pictures

Island Life gives an insight to life on Graemsay

History of Sandside and Graemsay

Natural World giving information on the birds, animals and plants on the island

Links to more information on Orkney

Contact Info to get in touch with us

What's New giving updates on changes to this site

My blog - takes you to a different site

Web site designed and produced by Sian Thomas

Acknowledgements : Sketches by Sandra Swaisland; Colour Photographs by Sian Thomas unless otherwise specified.

Site last updated 23/02/08