[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 3 bedroom accommodation in Scarfskerry near Castletown Cottage in Thurso with kitchen ![Dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70410000/70403900/70403848/f07488c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70410000/70403900/70403848/90b5b83a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70410000/70403900/70403848/f5afbe66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70410000/70403900/70403848/de16393e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70410000/70403900/70403848/2adf9e41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on the edge of the sea, Larachan offers a serene retreat with direct access to a private beach and stunning views across the Pentland Firth. Unwind in the spacious lounge with large picture windows, enjoy modern kitchen/dining area, or explore three attractively presented bedrooms. 7.4 Good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Scarfskerry near Castletown With direct access to a private beach, this single storey cottage is just perfect for families, friends or couples to holiday together.. All on the Ground Floor: Living room: 30" Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Dishwasher Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed Bathroom: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. All gas, electric, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. . Enclosed lawned garden with patio, sitting-out area and furniture. Parking for two cars. No smoking.. Larachan is a spacious, detached holiday bungalow perched on the edge of the sea, in the quiet hamlet of Scarfskerry. It provides bright and generous accommodation, and the lounge has large picture windows that boast amazing uninterrupted sea views across the Pentland Firth to Orkney. There is a bright, modern kitchen/dining area and three attractively presented bedrooms. The garden grounds lead directly down to the sea with a private rocky beach. This area has some of the finest beaches to be found in the UK. At nearby Dunnet Bay, paths lead through the white sandy dunes to the sweeping beach below. Surfing, body-boarding, sand-buggying, swimming, horse riding and wildlife watching are all local pastimes, yet this superb beach is never crowded. It is also close to the Highland Tourist Trail that runs from Wick Harbour in the east, through to Ullapool in the west. This trail follows a route across the far north and west of Scotland, taking in some of the most dramatic scenery, with mountain ranges, stunning beaches and an ever-changing coastline along the way. The Castle of Mey, beautifully restored by the late Queen Mother, is clearly visible from the cottage and just a stones throw away. This fairytale castle has a fascinating history and the gardens, grounds and views are wonderful. The whole area is renowned for its bird and sea life, puffins, Great Skua, otters, seals, dolphins and whales are all seen around these coastal waters. Take a boat trip from John O’ Groats to encounter the sealife and to explore this fascinating coastline. Day trips are also available to the Orkney Isles, where visitors can explore Neolithic villages, standing stones, Scapa Flow and the amazing Italian chapel, built by prisoners during the Second World War. Free WiFi EPC Rating = D Temporary SLL: FS.CASE 550475690 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47060000/47050700/47050677/19194247.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Mey, near Thurso Mey, near Thurso - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=47050677&PinnedHotelID=47050677&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89530000/89521000/89520926/2b75bf83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Mey, near Thurso Mey, near Thurso - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=89520926&PinnedHotelID=89520926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32919000/32918923/35672b4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in John O’ Groats John O’ Groats - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=32918923&PinnedHotelID=32918923&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114820000/114812500/114812448/2e8b13cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Highland retreat with countryside and sea views. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number Temporary SLL: FS.CASE 550475690 ### Property is also known as Cottage 3 bedroom accommodation in Scarfskerry near Castletown Thurso 3 bedroom accommodation in Scarfskerry near Castletown Cottage su-CC511398-CC511398 ## About the area Located in Thurso, this cottage is in a rural area. Castle of Mey and Dunnet Head Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Dunnet Bay Distillery and Gills Bay Ferry Port. [Visit our Thurso travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Thurso.dx6023216) [View more Cottages in Thurso](https://www.expedia.ca/Thurso-Cottages.d6023216-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C58.64931%2C-3.27297&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=P3g11kyLoQ3b7obhlVi7PO0pbHE=) Scarfskerry near Castletown ### What's nearby - Castle of Mey - 7 min drive - 4.5 km - Dunnet Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 8.9 km - Gills Bay Ferry Port - 12 min drive - 10.5 km - Mary-Ann's Cottage - 13 min drive - 11.8 km - Dunnet Head Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 12.5 km ### Getting around - Thurso Station - 26 min drive - Wick (WIC) - 38 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Northern Sands - ‬6 min drive - ‪Annie's Bakery - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Reel - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 3 bedroom accommodation in Scarfskerry near Castletown pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 3 bedroom accommodation in Scarfskerry near Castletown? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 3 bedroom accommodation in Scarfskerry near Castletown? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 3 bedroom accommodation in Scarfskerry near Castletown located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Castle of Mey and within 6 mi (10 km) of Dunnet Bay Distillery and Dunnet Bay Beach. Gills Bay Ferry Port and Mary-Ann's Cottage are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 3 bedroom accommodation in Scarfskerry near Castletown Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### Teri M. Sep 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Beautiful Beach View This property is exactly as shown. Really enjoyed our stay. The wind storms are amazing. Contact with the host was really slow. We didn't hear back about the entry code until a day after our reservation started. Cottages.com helped us out. ##### Teri M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Tom C. Aug 23, 2024 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Too dog friendly! Owner wasn’t expecting us for another day so house had not been cleaned nor linens changed. I called owner, read my booking confirmation, and they got someone out to house to do a quick clean and linen change about bed time. I have read prior reviews by dog owners and they loved it. But there were far too many dog hairs, stains & smells for us. Carpets, sofas, and chairs are filthy even after a thorough vacuuming. A minor point for me was that none of linen matched, not even 2 pillow cases on a bed. The location and having surf right out back door were wonderful. The house had so much potential but needs a deep clean and updating. ##### Tom C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### katja F. Aug 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Voll ausgestattet Küche Für uns wichtig ist die voll ausgestattete Küche inkl Messbecher und Waage. Genügend Geschirr und Gläser. Einzig eine neue Bratpfanne ist längst überfällig. Ausreichend Frottétücher, Decken und Kissen. Heizung funktioniert sehr gut. Eine Gummilippe haben wir für die Dusche hinterlassen, da sehr viel Wasser nicht abläuft und es schlecht austrocknet. Wir würden wieder kommen. ##### katja F. 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