House of the Northern Gate | Villa in Thurso

10.0 (1 Review) |   9 Bedrooms  10 Bathrooms  18 Guests
Hunspow Villa | House of the Northern Gate

9 Bedroom Villa in Hunspow, Thurso

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

House of the Northern Gate is located in Hunspow. House of the Northern Gate provides accommodation, featuring Ocean View, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This Villa features Ocean View, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

House of the Northern Gate has 9 Bedrooms , 10 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 18 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Villa because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Villa, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Villa has a friendly neighborhood, and the Hunspow has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Villa in Hunspow, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • 10 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • Sofa bed
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 9 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining room
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee grinder
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Spices
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
Parking
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
Pet Friendly
  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smoke-free property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • 1 stairs to reach property
Activities
  • Fitness center
Entertainment
  • Video games
  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Books
  • Stereo
General
  • Recycling
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Composting
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 8611 sq ft (800 sq m)
  • French
  • German
  • English
  • In a rural location
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Computer monitor
Guest Services
  • Babysitting service available
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Highchair
  • Stair gate
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Concierge services
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
Spa
  • Massages

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 10:00 am minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 4:00 pm
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings;maximum event attendees: 20
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20 property registration number hi-00003-f safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 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 this property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products

License number: HI-00003-F

Reviews

Kimberly M.
Sep 15, 2025 12:22:15 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: 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.
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