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House of the Northern Gate
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Entire home
9 bedrooms10 bathroomsSleeps 18800 sq m
Popular amenities
- FireplaceFireplace
- KitchenKitchen
- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
- Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
- WasherWasher
- DryerDryer
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Thurso, Scotland
- Dunnet Bay Beach15 min walk
- Dunnet Head Lighthouse10 min drive
- Scrabster Ferry Terminal16 min drive
- Wick (WIC)30 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
House of the Northern Gate
The House of the Northern Gate is a beautifully restored 9 bedroom and 8 bathroom baronial-style house in the far north of Scotland with space to sleep 18... The house has incredible views in every direction from its spectacular setting on Dunnet Head, the most northerly point of mainland Britain. As well as the estate's own beach, the house sits above Dunnet Bay, one of the UK's most stunning beaches and has 1800 acres of moorland for hiking on the estate. Featured in The Crown on Netflix.
A downstairs room can be made up for a disabled guest and has an accessible bathroom. Four bedrooms can be made into twin rooms if preferred.
Guests can access all of the house except service areas
We will always be available at the end of a phone, but we do not live full-time in Dunnet. However, we have a lovely local host for the House of the Northern Gate who will ensure your stay is just how you want it.
The House of the Northern Gate sits in the Dunnet Estate: 1800 acres of coastal moorland looking out to Orkney and the Atlantic on Dunnet Head which is the most northerly point of mainland Britain. To the south of the house is Dunnet village with the world-famous Rock Rose gin distillery and the Northern Sands pub
A car is recommended to explore the area. It's not impossible by bus (15min walk to bus stop) and bike but a car will give you more flexibility
A downstairs room can be made up for a disabled guest and has an accessible bathroom. Four bedrooms can be made into twin rooms if preferred.
Guests can access all of the house except service areas
We will always be available at the end of a phone, but we do not live full-time in Dunnet. However, we have a lovely local host for the House of the Northern Gate who will ensure your stay is just how you want it.
The House of the Northern Gate sits in the Dunnet Estate: 1800 acres of coastal moorland looking out to Orkney and the Atlantic on Dunnet Head which is the most northerly point of mainland Britain. To the south of the house is Dunnet village with the world-famous Rock Rose gin distillery and the Northern Sands pub
A car is recommended to explore the area. It's not impossible by bus (15min walk to bus stop) and bike but a car will give you more flexibility
Property manager
George Dunnett
Languages
English, French, German
Property amenities
Beach
- On the beach
Internet
- WiFi available
Parking and transportation
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
- Onsite parking
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Microwave
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Toaster
- Coffee/tea maker
- Spices
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
Bedrooms
- 9 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathrooms
- 10 bathrooms
- Towels provided
- Hair dryer
- Eco-friendly toiletries
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Dining room
Entertainment
- TV with cable/satellite service
- Table tennis
- DVD player
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
Laundry
- Washing machine and dryer
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Area rugs in public areas
- Gravel flooring in public areas
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- 1 stairs to reach property
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Iron/ironing board
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels (on request)
Location highlights
- In a rural location
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
General
- 100% renewable energy
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Composting
- Recycling
- Reusable coffee/tea filters
- Unit size: 8611.1 sq ft (800 sq m)
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 4:00 PM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number HI-00003-F
Property is also known as
488312
About the neighborhood
Thurso
Located in Thurso, this villa is in a rural area and on the beach. Castlehill Heritage Center and Mary-Ann's Cottage are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Dunnet Head Lighthouse and Holburn Head.
What's nearby
- Dunnet Bay Distillery - 12 min walk
- Dunnet Bay Beach - 15 min walk
- Dunnet Head Lighthouse - 10 min drive
- Castle of Mey - 12 min drive
- Scrabster Ferry Terminal - 16 min drive
Getting around
- Thurso Station - 19 min drive
- Wick (WIC) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
- Northern Sands - 12 min walk
- Cafe Tempest - 14 min drive
- Castletown Fish & Chip Shop - 6 min drive
- The Castle Town - 7 min drive
- The Highlander Restaurant - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is House of the Northern Gate pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
What time is check-in at House of the Northern Gate?
Check-in begins at 10:00 AM.
What time is check-out at House of the Northern Gate?
Check-out is at 4:00 PM.
Where is House of the Northern Gate located?
This family-friendly Thurso villa is located on the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Dunnet Bay Distillery and Dunnet Bay Beach. The Green and Castlehill Heritage Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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