1 / 24Quarryside Farmhouse
Castletown, Highlands
A spacious farmhouse for six near Castletown on the Caithness coast, with an open fire, a Rayburn, an enclosed lawned garden and Dunnet Bay close by, two dogs welcome.
Every window at Quarryside Farmhouse has a lovely view, and at the back a lawn sweeps down towards fields of grazing cows, with farmland running out to the coast beyond. This spacious, peaceful farmhouse is a dog friendly base for six on the wild and beautiful Caithness coast, with two dogs welcome, an open fire, a Rayburn and an enclosed lawned garden.
The comfortable lounge has an open fire, with logs included, and a piano for anyone musically inclined, and it is where the family and the two dogs gather after a day in the fresh air. Straight off it, the spacious kitchen has a warming Rayburn and a central dining table, with dual aspect windows bringing in plenty of natural light and views of the fields and the sea beyond.
Downstairs there is also a handy utility room for muddy or sandy footwear and a twin bedroom, and upstairs are two bright, comfortable doubles with glorious views and the bathroom. Outside, the garden is enclosed and lawned. At the back the lawn is the place to wander with a drink while the dogs have a sniff about, and at the front a lawn edged with mature borders sits beside a large gravelled driveway.
The beach is 1 mile away, and the fabulous expanse of sand at Dunnet Bay has room for sandcastles, paddling, birdwatching and surfing, a fine outing with the dogs. The Castle of Mey was once the home of the Queen Mother, John o' Groats offers superb coastal walks and the chance to spot dolphins, and from Scrabster a day ferry crosses to Stromness on Orkney for lunch in the historic town.
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from £561 for 7 nights
Quarryside Farmhouse takes 2 dogs and is booked through holidaycottages.co.uk.
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 2 dogs
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Enclosed lawned garden | Ample private parking | Beach and local shops 1 mile | 2 dogs allowed
- Sleeps
- 6 guests
- Rooms
- 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
- Price
- from £561 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 4 star
- Arrival
- in from 18:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Open fire, Parking, Wifi
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Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is Quarryside Farmhouse dog friendly?
Yes, Quarryside Farmhouse welcomes up to two dogs. The property has an enclosed lawned garden for them to roam safely, a utility room handy for drying off muddy paws, and Dunnet Bay — a vast crescent of sand — just 3.2 miles down the road for a proper run.
Are dogs allowed at Quarryside Farmhouse year round?
The listing doesn't specify seasonal restrictions on dogs, so it's worth contacting the property directly to confirm availability for your dates. Given its location on the Caithness coast and the nature of the accommodation, it appears set up for year-round dog-friendly stays.
What should I know before visiting Quarryside Farmhouse with my dog?
The garden is enclosed, which is great for letting dogs loose safely, but the surrounding fields have grazing cattle, so you'll want to keep dogs on leads beyond the boundary. The utility room is a practical bonus for sandy or wet dogs after a trip to Dunnet Bay. It's also worth noting that the property sleeps six people and takes two dogs, so it works well as a group or family base.
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