House of the Northern Gate

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Entire home

9 bedrooms10 bathroomsSleeps 18800 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Washer

Kitchen

Dryer

Fireplace

Explore the area

Thurso, Scotland

Dunnet Bay Distillery
12 min walk
Dunnet Bay Beach
15 min walk
Thurso Station
19 min drive
Wick (WIC)
30 min drive

Room options

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for 1 cottage

includes taxes & fees

9 Jan - 10 Jan

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

During your stay at this villa, you'll be within walking distance of Dunnet Bay Distillery. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 10 bathrooms in the villa.

The villa offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 10 bathrooms
Within a 15-minute walk of Dunnet Bay Distillery and Dunnet Bay Beach

This villa offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Thurso villa is smoke free.

Property manager

George Dunnett

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach

Internet

WiFi available

Parking and transport

Wheelchair-accessible parking available
On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Spices
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

9 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathrooms

10 bathrooms
Towels provided
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room
Dining room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite service
Ping pong table
DVD player
Stereo

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue
Garden

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Heating

Pets

Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have any 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 steps to reach property
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit

General

100% renewable energy
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Composting
Recycling
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Unit size: 8611.1 sq ft (800 sq m)

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

No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property Registration Number HI-00003-F

Property is also known as

488312