Forss House - 4-Star Hotel in Thurso

Forss House holds the only 2 AA Rosette restaurant in Caithness, serving local specialities such as sea trout and venison. The dining room offers a set three-course menu at £70 per person, with options like scallops and lamb cooked to order. Afternoon tea includes freshly baked treats, sandwiches, and scones, served in the conservatory overlooking the gardens.

Rooms include the Radclyffe Bedrooms with super-king-size beds and large copper baths, as well as cottage-style lodges like Hairy Mary and Falls lodge. Each room features a private bathroom, garden view options, and duck-feathered pillows and duvets. Some units are pet-friendly and include a dog bed, bowls, and a welcome treat bag.

The 20-acre estate includes woodlands, a riverside walk, and a waterfall located 50 yards from the hotel. Fishing is available directly on the Forss River, and guests can borrow board games or use the picnic area. The grounds also house a historic watermill and a record salmon mounted in the bar.

Forss House sits on the North Coast 500 route, 5 minutes by car from Scrabster ferry terminal to the Orkney Islands. Thurso Beach is 3 miles away, and the Castle and Gardens at Mey is 30 km from the hotel. Wick John O'Groats Airport is 40 km, with accessible parking and an electric vehicle charger nearby in Scrabster.

Dogs are welcome in designated rooms and lodges, with a pet basket, bowls, and a dedicated dog bag supplied. Breakfast includes a sausage for canine guests, served in the conservatory. Families can use the board games and picnic area, and children are accommodated in family rooms with extra bedding.

Restaurant: Only 2 AA Rosette in Caithness

Rooms: Radclyffe Bedrooms with copper baths

Grounds: 20-acre estate with waterfall

Activities: Fishing on Forss River

Location: North Coast 500, 5 min to Orkney ferry

Pet: Dog bag, bowls, and bed provided