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3 bedroom accommodation in Scarfskerry near Castletown
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7.4 out of 10
Good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5
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- Place, Castle of Mey
- Place, Dunnet Bay Distillery
- Place, Dunnet Bay Beach
- Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
3 bedroom accommodation in Scarfskerry near Castletown
With direct access to a private beach, this single storey cottage is just perfect for families, friends or couples to holiday together.. All on the Ground Floor:
Living room: 30" Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. All gas, electric, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. . Enclosed lawned garden with patio, sitting-out area and furniture. Parking for two cars. No smoking.. Larachan is a spacious, detached holiday bungalow perched on the edge of the sea, in the quiet hamlet of Scarfskerry. It provides bright and generous accommodation, and the lounge has large picture windows that boast amazing uninterrupted sea views across the Pentland Firth to Orkney. There is a bright, modern kitchen/dining area and three attractively presented bedrooms. The garden grounds lead directly down to the sea with a private rocky beach. This area has some of the finest beaches to be found in the UK. At nearby Dunnet Bay, paths lead through the white sandy dunes to the sweeping beach below. Surfing, body-boarding, sand-buggying, swimming, horse riding and wildlife watching are all local pastimes, yet this superb beach is never crowded. It is also close to the Highland Tourist Trail that runs from Wick Harbour in the east, through to Ullapool in the west. This trail follows a route across the far north and west of Scotland, taking in some of the most dramatic scenery, with mountain ranges, stunning beaches and an ever-changing coastline along the way.
The Castle of Mey, beautifully restored by the late Queen Mother, is clearly visible from the cottage and just a stones throw away. This fairytale castle has a fascinating history and the gardens, grounds and views are wonderful. The whole area is renowned for its bird and sea life, puffins, Great Skua, otters, seals, dolphins and whales are all seen around these coastal waters. Take a boat trip from John O’ Groats to encounter the sealife and to explore this fascinating coastline. Day trips are also available to the Orkney Isles, where visitors can explore Neolithic villages, standing stones, Scapa Flow and the amazing Italian chapel, built by prisoners during the Second World War.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = D
Temporary SLL: FS.CASE 550475690
Living room: 30" Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. All gas, electric, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. . Enclosed lawned garden with patio, sitting-out area and furniture. Parking for two cars. No smoking.. Larachan is a spacious, detached holiday bungalow perched on the edge of the sea, in the quiet hamlet of Scarfskerry. It provides bright and generous accommodation, and the lounge has large picture windows that boast amazing uninterrupted sea views across the Pentland Firth to Orkney. There is a bright, modern kitchen/dining area and three attractively presented bedrooms. The garden grounds lead directly down to the sea with a private rocky beach. This area has some of the finest beaches to be found in the UK. At nearby Dunnet Bay, paths lead through the white sandy dunes to the sweeping beach below. Surfing, body-boarding, sand-buggying, swimming, horse riding and wildlife watching are all local pastimes, yet this superb beach is never crowded. It is also close to the Highland Tourist Trail that runs from Wick Harbour in the east, through to Ullapool in the west. This trail follows a route across the far north and west of Scotland, taking in some of the most dramatic scenery, with mountain ranges, stunning beaches and an ever-changing coastline along the way.
The Castle of Mey, beautifully restored by the late Queen Mother, is clearly visible from the cottage and just a stones throw away. This fairytale castle has a fascinating history and the gardens, grounds and views are wonderful. The whole area is renowned for its bird and sea life, puffins, Great Skua, otters, seals, dolphins and whales are all seen around these coastal waters. Take a boat trip from John O’ Groats to encounter the sealife and to explore this fascinating coastline. Day trips are also available to the Orkney Isles, where visitors can explore Neolithic villages, standing stones, Scapa Flow and the amazing Italian chapel, built by prisoners during the Second World War.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = D
Temporary SLL: FS.CASE 550475690
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Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number Temporary SLL: FS.CASE 550475690
About the area
Thurso
Located in Thurso, this cottage is in a rural area. Castle of Mey and Dunnet Head Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Dunnet Bay Distillery and Gills Bay Ferry Port.

Scarfskerry near Castletown
What's nearby
- Castle of Mey - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
- Dunnet Bay Distillery - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
- Dunnet Bay Beach - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
- Gills Bay Ferry Port - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
- Dunnet Head Lighthouse - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Northern Sands - 7 min drive
- Annie's Bakery - 10 min drive
- The Reel - 5 min drive
- Logan’s Bar - 7 min drive
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