House of the Northern Gate - Dunnet

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Entire home

From Peedie Sands beach on the estate looking up to the house on the hill

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

9 bedrooms10 bathroomsSleeps 18800 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer

Fireplace

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Thurso, Scotland

Dunnet Bay Distillery12 min walk
Dunnet Bay Beach15 min walk
Dunnet Head Lighthouse10 min drive
Wick (WIC)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

+10

4 Single Beds, 7 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

10 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Bathroom 8

Bathroom 9

Bathroom 10

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Luxury Scottish baronial house with coastal views

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.

Property manager

George Dunnett

Languages

English, French, German

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Keiss Harbour House, 1833. Designed by naval architect James Bremner.

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

Fireplace

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 10:00 AM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 4:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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 HI-00003-F

About the area

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.

Thurso, Scotland

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 Luxury Scottish baronial house with coastal views pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Scottish baronial house with coastal views?

Check-in begins at 10:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Scottish baronial house with coastal views?

Checkout is at 4:00 PM.

Where is Luxury Scottish baronial house with coastal views 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 miles (10 km).