House of the Northern Gate
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Entire home
Popular amenities
- Dryer
- Gym
- Breakfast available
- Washer
- Parking available
- Fireplace
Explore the area

- Dunnet Bay DistilleryPlace, Dunnet Bay Distillery14 min walk
- Dunnet Bay BeachPlace, Dunnet Bay Beach19 min walk
- Scrabster Ferry TerminalPlace, Scrabster Ferry Terminal17 min drive
- Wick (WIC)Airport, Wick (WIC)34 min drive
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About the area
Thurso
What's nearby
- Dunnet Bay Distillery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Dunnet Bay Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Dunnet Head Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
- Castle of Mey - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
- Scrabster Ferry Terminal - 17 min drive - 19.7 km
Getting around
- Thurso Station - 19 min drive
- Wick (WIC) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
- Northern Sands - 13 min walk
- Cafe Tempest - 14 min drive
- The Reel - 12 min drive
- Logan’s Bar - 13 min walk
About this property
Entire place
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
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Property amenities
Beach
- On the beach
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Massage
Internet
- Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Electric car charging station on site
- Limo/town car service
- Car available
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Breakfast available for a fee
- Chef service
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 9 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 10 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD player
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Stereo
- Video games
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Computer monitor
- Desk
- Desk chair
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.
- 1 step to reach entrance
- 3 accessible parking spaces
- Area rugs in public areas
- Gravel flooring in public areas
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Concierge services
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Iron/ironing board
- Meal delivery service
- Safe
Location highlights
- In a rural location
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Foosball table
- Gym
- Table tennis
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- 100% renewable energy
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Bed sheets changed on request
- Composting
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Double-glazed windows
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Electric car charging station
- Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
- Garden
- Geothermal energy
- Grey water recycling system
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Local artist showcase
- Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic drinking straws
- No plastic soft drink bottles
- No plastic water bottles
- Reusable coffee/tea filters
- Reusable cups
- Reusable tableware
- Solar energy
- Towels (changed on request)
- Unit size: 8,611 square feet
- Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-out
Special check-in instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Events
Smoking
Important information
You need to know
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.