House of the Northern Gate
The House of the Northern Gate is a beautiful, exclusive-use Highland coastal estate, where an elegant, luxurious, 9-bedroom house is complemented by a remarkable setting with inspiring views and a warm welcome. A beautifully restored 9 bedroom Baronial house in the far north of Scotland. A spectacular setting on Dunnet Head, the most northerly point of mainland Britain. A sweeping view of Dunnet Bay, a stunning white sandy beach with crystal clear water. Dramatic cliffs with incredible views of the Pentland Firth to the Orkney Islands. 1800 acres of moorland to hike, a hidden cave to explore and lochs to swim in. The perfect North Coast 500 rental; an ideal base for the best driving route in the world. A majestic Scottish holiday rental for large groups and families or for weddings.
Overview
The House of The Northern Gate has a stunning location on Dunnet head with views over the Pentland Firth to Orkney, with direct access to a secluded sandy beach, just a short walk from the house. The beach is perfect for beach combing but if you want the surf then you need to visit the nearby impressive sands of Dunnet Bay.
The traditional Scottish Mansion House, recently awarded 5* by Visit Scotland, has been completely refurbished and upgraded to provide luxury accommodation which is welcoming and homely. The character of the classic 1800’s Scottish architecture has been retained while also providing modern comforts with the majority of bedrooms having en suite facilities. The house is able to accommodate up to 20 guests (Max 18 adults).
The setting makes a superb location for a memorable family or large group gathering. Bookings are accepted for 3 or 4 nights to full weeks and more, making it perfect for wedding parties as well; particularly with direct beach access and the surrounding 1800 acres of the owner’s heather clad estate along the dramatic cliff walks round to Dunnet Head lighthouse.
At the right time of year, you will have the chance to see puffins, arctic skuas, storm petrels, colonies of guillemots, razorbills, kittiwakes & many more. At all times, if you keep your eyes peeled there is the opportunity to see dolphins and other Sealife including Sea Otters, Seals together with elusive Killer Whales or Minke Whales. Sea safaris can be booked at John O’Groats.
Caithness, with its wide-open skies is a stunning holiday location and to make the most of it you do need to get out and about either on the North Coast 500 with its many sites of interest or on foot or bike along quiet side roads and forest tracks. The area has long been a favourite with the Royal Family and it is reputed that while staying at the house the Queen Mother decided to buy the Castle of Mey after seeing it from her bedroom window, now known as the Mey bedroom; you can also search for the “Royal” picnic bench beside the peaceful River Thurso and “rest and be thankful” with Royal approval!
STL Licence: HI-00003-F
Facilities
- WiFi
- High-speed wifi throughout the house
- Bedroom
- Nine bedrooms; seven en-suite and two sharing a bathroom. “Bushta” features a four-poster bed and en-suite bathroom with turret shower with incredible views. Other rooms have super-king beds, some of which can be split into twin beds. There are roll-out beds for children and a downstairs room can be made into a bedroom for guests needing to avoid stairs.
- Activities
- There are enough attractions in the local area to keep you busy for weeks: golf, whisky tasting, historical tours, visiting castles, hiking, surfing, a day trip to Orkney, bird watching and more. The estate itself includes expansive heather moor for hiking as well as Peedie Sands - a beautiful secluded beach five minutes from the house. We provide guests with access to the house app before their stay which includes details of the house itself and also contact details and suggestions for activities.
- Food
- The house has a beautiful guest kitchen with three ovens and fridges (including wine fridge), two dishwashers, and a Nespresso. There is also a catering kitchen and we can organise catering for guests who don’t wish to self-cater.
- Pets
- Pets allowed subject to prior agreement and good behaviour
Dunnet Estate
Thurso
Caithness
KW14 8YD