Forss House, Thurso
Overview
Situated 2.4 km from St Mary's Chapel, the 4-star Forss House Hotel Thurso offers a shared lounge and a garden. The à la carte restaurant awaits guests onsite, while this smoke-free hotel boasts a location on the outskirts of Thurso.
Location
You'll need 43-minute drive to Wick John O'Groats airport. Cnoc-na-h'Uiseig is about a 10-minute ride from the hotel in Thurso.
Forss Crossroads bus stop is located in the vicinity of the accommodation.
Rooms
Some of the non-smoking rooms are appointed with a carpeted floor, and such self-catering options as an electric kettle. Private bathrooms also include toiletries and bath sheets. They offer views of the garden.
Eat & Drink
The Forss House Thurso offers a lounge bar and a restaurant serving Scottish cuisine.
Leisure & Business
Thanks to a golf playground, guests can stay fit at this Thurso hotel.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Salmon Fishing ExperienceGuests can enjoy a unique fishing experience on the River Forss, which flows right outside the hotel, and try their luck at catching brown trout or Atlantic salmon.
Cocktail MasterclassFor those who like to indulge in a fancy drink, the hotel offers a cocktail masterclass, where guests can learn how to mix and shake their own bespoke cocktail creations.
Game ShootingThe Forss Estate is famous for its game shooting, and guests can book a guided experience with a professional gamekeeper to try their hand at shooting pheasants, partridges, and other game birds.
Highland SafariThe hotel can arrange a personalised Highland Safari tour for guests, which includes a visit to local distilleries, castles, and other historic sites, as well as a chance to spot some of Scotland's iconic wildlife.
Whisky TastingScotland is famous for its whisky, and guests can sample some of the best at the hotel's whisky tasting session, where they will be guided through the history, production, and tasting notes of the different types of whisky.
Foraging WalkThe hotel's head chef leads a foraging walk around the estate, where guests can learn about the edible plants and fungi that grow in the Scottish wilderness and gather some for use in their own cooking.
- Afternoon Tea
- Horse Riding
- Falconry Display
- Champagne and Canapés
- Clay Pigeon Shooting
- Guided River Walk
- Yoga and Meditation
- Nature Photography Workshop
Location
*Situated near Dunnet Head, the most northerly point on the British mainland, with Castle of Mey and the ruins of Bucholly Castle nearby. *The area boasts stunning coastal scenery, historical sites like Dunnet Bay Distillery and Castle of Mey, as well as traditional Scottish dining options. *Grey Cairns of Camster, Dunnet Bay Beach, and Mary Ann's Cottage are ideal attractions for history enthusiasts and nature lovers.
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