About this property

Historic Charm: Forss House in Forss, housed in a historic building, offers a unique setting with a beautiful garden and stunning views. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and work desks. Dining Experience: The traditional restaurant serves Scottish cuisine with vegetarian and gluten-free options. Breakfast includes local specialities, juice, and fruits. Convenient Location: Located 40 km from Wick John O’Groats Airport and near attractions like Sinclair’s Bay (36 km) and The Castle Gardens of Mey (30 km). Guest Services: Guests enjoy free on-site private parking, housekeeping, room service, and luggage storage.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

    • Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
  • Green Tourism
    Green Tourism

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • James
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly staff, spotlessly clean rooms, peaceful location, delicious food.
  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely setting. Very spacious room. Excellent cooked breakfast served by extremely friendly and helpful staff Dinner was delicious too - although same menu on both nights of our stay
  • Julie
    Australia Australia
    Idyllic location with sensational meals and staff!
  • Libby
    Australia Australia
    We loved Forss house! The rooms were clean,, spacious with a really comfortable sofa to relax in too. The bathroom was huge! In addition to the walk in shower,, there was a huge bath to relax in to soak the cares of the day away. We dined in...
  • Ralf
    Germany Germany
    This hotel is nice and cozy. You immediately get the feeling you stepped back in time. The rooms are spacious and beautiful. The staff was exceptionally friendly. The bar is well equipped and the food was simply delicious. All in all a very...
  • Iris
    Australia Australia
    What wasn’t to like! Just our best stay in Scotland. Staff was amazing, restaurant was superb. Everything you needed was right there.
  • Moray
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Incredible location, friendly staff and comfy spacious room in one of the mill house rooms separate from the main hotel. Very good value!
  • Grahame
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was convenient for John O'Groats and plenty of car parking spaces. The waterfall nearby is worth a visit & photo shoot. Very warm welcome by the temporary manager & excellent restaurant which had a good choice for vegetarians.
  • Elspeth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The tasting menu was absolutely fabulous and worth the expense. The staff were all lovely and friendly.
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Attractive apartment set away from the main hotel, with a waterfall just outside. Plenty of space and good facilities

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Pre Booking Dinner is essential
    • Cuisine
      Scottish
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Facilities of Forss House

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Hiking
    Off-site

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules

Forss House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 22:00 and 07:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Forss House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Forss House