Lower Thura House

Lower Thura Farm Bower, Wick, KW1 4TP, United Kingdom – Great location - show map

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9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
30 reviews

It is a very great and cosy house. We loved to sit and eat in the eat-in kitchen and the serre (however it was sometimes too hot in there). Very easy to feel at home in this house.

Lieneke Netherlands
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Lower Thura House

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Boasting a garden, Lower Thura House offers accommodations 11 mi from Wick with free WiFi and garden views. The property was built in 19th century and features accommodations with a patio. The country house has 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings. Thurso is 11 mi from the country house, while John O Groats is 19 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Wick John O’Groats Airport, 11 mi from Lower Thura House.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
Bedroom 3:
1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Location
8.8
High score for Wick
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lieneke
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “It is a very great and cosy house. We loved to sit and eat in the eat-in kitchen and the serre (however it was sometimes too hot in there). Very easy to feel at home in this house.”
  • C
    Carol
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Good location, well sized accommodation and well provisioned. Had everything we needed.”
  • Andreas
    Germany Germany
    “Cosy house. All you need was there. Lovely host Jenny!”

Hosted by Jenny Polson

9.8
9.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Jenny Polson
Lower Thura House We have just installed Full Fibre Optic Cable direct to the House - WIFI and Netflix all free of charge. The House is warm and cosy, with plenty space to relax. The spacious kitchen has original beams which gives a wow factor! when you walk in, full of character with modern kitchen appliances, brings this house right up to date. There is a conservatory adjoining the kitchen where you can relax and socialise and enjoy the mature garden with shrubs and roses. The Living room has a feature Caithness stone wall, with a wood burner. The bedrooms are all spacious with kingsize beds. There are two bathrooms, both with showers, one has a bath, which is historical, as it is the original first bath in Bower. Utility room has a washing machine, tumbler drier, airing racks. washing line outside with pegs. Freezer. Private parking for two cars at entrance of house. Oil central heating and wood burner.
My name is Jenny my husband is James, We farm a mixed arable farm. We are from this area. I trained in hospitality and enjoy meeting people, I have good local knowledge of the area, which I can share with the guests. I enjoy travel, socialising, cooking and gardening.
Lyth Art Centre is 1 mile, Castletown Heritage Centre is 5 miles. Wick Heritage is 10 miles Castle of Mey -The Late Queen Mum’s home and gardens is 7 miles John O’ Groats 14 miles , Orkney day tours, depart daily May to September, Dunnet Beach, Sinclair and Girnigoe, Whaligoe Steps Gills Bay Ferries to Orkney Depart daily is 9 miles- Pentalina Eating out: Castletown Hotel, Northern Sands Hotel, Dunnet. Red Pepper, Thurso, Bordeleau, Wick. Mackays Hotel No 1 Bistro Wick.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Lower Thura House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Badminton equipment
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Internet
Wired internet is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Private check-in/out
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safe
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Smoke-free property
    • Mosquito net
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Suit press
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 3:30 PM to 10:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM

     

    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.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Lower Thura House

    • The prices at Lower Thura House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Lower Thura House is from 3:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

    • Lower Thura House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Badminton equipment
      • Beach
      • Horseback riding
      • Walking tours

    • Yes, Lower Thura House is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Lower Thura House is 9.9 miles from the center of Wick. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.