House of the Northern Gate

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A white building with a curved driveway and a stone wall, surrounded by green fields and a body of water.
A spacious living room with a white sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace.
A coastal landscape with a beach, cliffs, and a distant building.
A multi-level staircase with white railings and dark wooden steps.
A four-poster bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a canopy. There is a large window with white shutters, a small table with a lamp, and a patterned rug on the floor.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Massages in spa
  • Limo or town car service available
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Toys

Explore the area

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Thurso, Scotland
  • Place, Dunnet Bay Distillery
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Dunnet Head Lighthouse
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Castle of Mey
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wick (WIC)
    ‪41 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

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Thurso

Located in Thurso, this villa is in a rural area and on the beach. Dunnet Head Lighthouse and Castle of Mey are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Thurso Leisure Centre and Lyth Arts Centre.
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Thurso, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Dunnet Bay Distillery - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Dunnet Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Mary-Ann's Cottage - 12 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Dunnet Head Lighthouse - 13 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Castle of Mey - 16 min drive - 11.7 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
  • ‪The Grain Store Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Côte Du Nord - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is House of the Northern Gate pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at House of the Northern Gate?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at House of the Northern Gate?

Check-in begins at 10:00 AM.

What time is check-out at House of the Northern Gate?

Checkout is at 4:00 PM.

Where is House of the Northern Gate located?

Nestled on the beach, this Thurso villa is 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).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Words can’t describe what a wonderful place this is. So beautiful and peaceful. Our family had such a great time and made once in a lifetime memories during our stay. If I ever come back to Scotland I will definitely stay again. Don’t miss this if you are making this trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2025
Thank you so much. It was a pleasure to welcome you and your family to the house. You were wonderful guests and we would love to welcome you again. Haste ye back to Scotland!
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