A Castle View
Plowmans Cottage, Keiss, KW1 4XF, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
Beautiful room, excellent breakfast, best host ever!!!
United States of America
Located 4 miles from John O Groats, in the Highlands, A Castle View Bed and Breakfast is 15 minutes' walk from the village of Keiss which offers a small local shop, a Butcher shop and a pub. It offers free parking and stunning views over Keiss castle across Sinclair Bay to Sinclair and Girnigoe castles. Wick Airport and Wick train station are both about 15 minutes' drive away. Guests can easily explore the surrounding picturesque countryside and the stunning golden beaches of Keiss and Reiss which stretch for around 3 miles and are only about 2 miles away. There is excellent trout fishing in many of the 136 Lochs of Caithness and salmon fishing in the rivers of Thurso, Halladale, Wick and Helmsdale, all within easy reach. Also a good stop over point to pick up the ferry over to the Orkney Islands from John O Groats or Gills Bay. The spacious rooms feature an private bathroom, free WiFi, and a flat-screen TV and all offer tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryers. All rooms have been completed to a very high standard in a contemporary style. Breakfast consists of a selection from the freshly cooked dishes and includes a buffet of juices, cereals and yogurt. Special dietary requirements can also be catered for.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
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- AAnits
United States of America“Beautiful room, excellent breakfast, best host ever!!!” - Louizos United States of America“It was family friendly, hosts were lovely and breakfast was great”
- 2pensioners
United Kingdom“Breakfast was delicious and Maree was helpful in making changes and then remembering them the second breakfast. Room was comfortable and loved the view of the castle ruin, sheep in the fields and the sea.”
Managed by A Castle View Ltd
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EnglishArea info
Amenities of A Castle ViewGreat facilities! Review score, 9.1
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Linens
- View
- Beachfront
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Temporary art galleriesOff-site
- Beach
- Horseback ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
- Flat-screen TV
- Breakfast in the room
- Accessible parking
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Private check-in/out
- Wake-up service
- Packed lunches
- Invoice provided
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash
Debit card
A Castle View accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Breakfast is available from 07:30 - 08:30, Monday to Friday, and 08:30 - 09:30, Saturday and Sunday. Breakfast on Sunday is a self-service buffet.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform A Castle View of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.
License number: HI-00148-F
FAQs about A Castle View
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Room options at A Castle View include:
- Twin
- Double
- Family
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Check-in at A Castle View is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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A Castle View offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Beachfront
- Beach
- Temporary art galleries
- Horseback riding
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The prices at A Castle View may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Yes, A Castle View is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Guests staying at A Castle View can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
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A Castle View is 1.1 miles from the center of Keiss. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
