# The Herdsman's House, Thurso, Caithness, Scotland Dog friendly holiday house near Thurso sleeping 11 with a hot tub and games room for family holidays and get aways with friends ## At a Glance - Sleeps 2 - 11 - 5 bedrooms - Dining for 12 ## Images - Total images stored: 18 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Kitchen-Sitting smaller 2.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - kitchen/living area; alt: The Herdsman's House - kitchen/living area) - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Hot tub smaller 2.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - hot tub in a quiet corner of the garden; alt: The Herdsman's House - hot tub in a quiet corner of the garden) - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Lounge - smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - lounge with log burner; alt: The Herdsman's House - lounge with log burner) - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Dining Smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - dining table to seat up to 12; alt: The Herdsman's House - dining table to seat up to 12) - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Games room smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - games room with a pool table; alt: The Herdsman's House - games room with a pool table) - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Outside dining - smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - outside dining area for al fresco meals; alt: The Herdsman's House - outside dining area for al fresco meals) - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Garden view smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - lovely walled garden perfect for games and children to enjoy; alt: The Herdsman's House - lovely walled garden perfect for games and children to enjoy) - 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Back house smaller.jpg - 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Bedroom 1 first floor Smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - kingsize bedroom with extra sofa bed; alt: The Herdsman's House - kingsize bedroom with extra sofa bed) - 10. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Bedroom 2 Smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - kingsize bedroom; alt: The Herdsman's House - kingsize bedroom) - 11. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Bedroom 5 ground floor smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - ground floor kingsize bedroom with en suite; alt: The Herdsman's House - ground floor kingsize bedroom with en suite) - 12. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Bedroom 3 top floor smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - kingsize bedroom; alt: The Herdsman's House - kingsize bedroom) - 13. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Triple bedroom - smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - triple bedroom; alt: The Herdsman's House - triple bedroom) - 14. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Bath first floor - smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - bathroom first floor; alt: The Herdsman's House - bathroom first floor) - 15. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Toilet top floor - smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - bathroom second floor; alt: The Herdsman's House - bathroom second floor) - 16. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Downstairs shower room smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - ground floor shower room; alt: The Herdsman's House - ground floor shower room) - 17. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Downstairs en-suite smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - ground floor en suite; alt: The Herdsman's House - ground floor en suite) - 18. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Laundry room - smaller.jpg (caption: The Herdsman's House - laundry room; alt: The Herdsman's House - laundry room) ## Floor Plans - No floor plans are available for this property. ## About The Property The Herdsman's House is situated on Geiselittle Farm - a working farm with beef cattle and sheep owned by the Sutherland Family who have farmed in this area for 3 generations. Having owned the farm next door since the 1950's, they recently bought Geiselittle Farm and renovated the historic farmhouse to provide luxury holiday accommodation in northern Scotland. This holiday house is ideal for family get togethers and your dog is welcome too. With views of undisturbed farmland looking out towards the town of Thurso and the beautiful banks of the winding river Thurso as it heads towards the coast, the house offers a peaceful rural getaway, whilst only being 2 miles from all the amenities of the town. The house itself has retained some original feature fireplaces in the living areas and dining room, whilst having been modernised to accommodate modern family living. There is a large open plan kitchen and living space, dining room, a cosy lounge and a games room as communal spaces to congregate. The large bedrooms are spaced over 3 floors with 4 kingsize beds (one with additional sofa bed) and a triple room with 3 single beds, perfect for children. There are 4 bathrooms in the property - one en suite and the others situated between bedrooms with easy access. The house looks on to a majestic walled garden which is enclosed and safe for children to play, with a swing set too. There is outside seating to dine al fresco and a hot tub in a private corner of the garden. ## Facilities - **WiFi:** Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Due to the rural location, the speed may be slower than you are used to. - **Accessibility:** Due to the driveway being a stony surface, and steps up into the property, we are not disabled friendly. However there is a ground floor bedroom. - **Dog Friendly:** We do allow dogs to stay in the house. - **Kitchen:** 2 fan ovens, large fridge-freezer, ceramic 5 ring hob, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, pots, pans, baking trays and dishes, cutlery. - **Dining Room:** Solid oak dining table to seat 12, table mats and coasters supplied. Feature fireplace. - **Sitting Room:** There are 2 sitting areas - one open plan to the kitchen with feature range (not in use), and a cosy lounge with working log-burner. - **TV and Music Facilities:** There is a smart TV in each of the sitting areas. - **Games Room:** There is a games room with pool table. We have also left an assortment of toys for younger children. - **Heating and Open Fires:** There is oil central heating which is set to come on at colder times of day and also a fire if you wish to use it. - **Bedrooms:** There are 4 kingsize bedrooms (one with additional sofa bed) and a triple room with 3 single beds. There is plenty of floor space for additional beds. - **Linen:** All linen is provided, towels for showering and additional towels for the hot tub. We do not supply robes, feel free to bring your own. - **Bathrooms:** 1 en suite with bath and shower, 1 shower room with WC, 1 family bathroom with bath and shower, 1 bathroom with bath and WC only. - **Children's Facilities:** There is a large private garden which can be enclosed, with a swing set. There are children's toys, books and board games in the house. - **Outdoor:** There is an outside dining table and chairs in the garden, and a hot tub in a private corner. - **Swimming Pool:** There is no pool, but there is a hot tub. - **Parking:** There is a large parking area to the rear of the property. - **Smoking:** No smoking please. ## Rental Rates Please contact the owner for pricing. ## Booking Information - Our changeover days are Monday and Friday – you can arrive or leave on these days ## Availability Please contact the owner for availability dates. ## Enquiry - Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/herdsmans-house-thurso-caithness-scotland#enquiry ## Location ### Location breadcrumb [Europe](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/europe) > [UK](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/uk) > [Scotland](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/scotland) > [The Scottish Highlands](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/the-highlands) > [Caithness](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/caithness) > [Thurso](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/thurso) ### Address Address: Thurso, Caithness, KW14 8YH, GB Latitude: 58.569386 Longitude: -3.5062073 ### About The Area We are just off the A9, the main road to the North Highlands. Just 2 miles from the town of Thurso. ### What's Nearby? - **Location:** The small bustling outpost town of Thurso is very close, you can see the spires of the churches as you walk down the track to the farm - **Shop:** Tesco is just 2 miles away, 5 mins by car. - **Food and Drink:** There is a wide range of eateries in Thurso, from traditional Scottish, to Indian, Chinese and even a tapas restaurant. These are all within a 5 min car drive. We can make recommendations. - **Airport:** Wick John O'Groats Airport is around a 25 min drive. - **Train:** Thurso train station is a 5 minute drive. - **Bus:** There is a bus service to Inverness leaving Thurso daily - around 2 miles away. ## Owner Contact Details - Contact name: Fiona Sutherland - Phone: +44 (0)7935 225 260 - Email: hello@braesideretreats.co.uk