Step back in time at Mary Ann’s Cottage, a beautifully preserved 19th-century croft located in the village of Dunnet, Caithness.

A crofter’s cottage built in 1850 and occupied until 1990 when Mary-Ann, it’s last inhabitant, left just before her 93rd birthday. Mary Ann’s cottage offers a window on the crofting past and how successibe generations of a crofting family lived and worked over 150 years.

Good to Know – Visitor Tips

Opening Times: Open June to September, Tuesday to Friday, 2–4:30pm. Closed Mondays.

Parking: Free parking available near the site.

Admission: Small entry fee; guided tours included.

Location: Westside Croft, Dunnet, Caithness—just a short drive from Dunnet Head and Dwarwick Pier.

Dog Friendly: Dogs welcome on leads.

Photo Tip: The peat stack and thatched pig hut make for charming rustic shots.

Atmosphere: Expect a warm welcome—and a warm peat fire inside!

Mary Ann's Cottage
Ness Road
Dunnet
Caithness
KW14 8YD

Opening Hours

Open 14.00-16.30 every Tuesday - Friday, from 1st May - 30th September 2025