Auskerry

Auskerry is a small, flat, red sandstone islet, 3 mi south of Stronsay. A standing stone and mediaeval chapel are signs of early settlement. There are three small wind turbines and four solar panels on the island, which provide most of the power. After a series of expansions and renovations, the single roomed stone bothy is now a modern house with four bedrooms, kitchen, shower room and living room. The chemical toilet is outdoors due to the complication of installing septic tanks. Mail is delivered from Stronsay, once a month, by a fishing boat.