Burnside Cottage

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Gills Bay Ferry Port and Castle of Mey, Burnside Cottage provides free full breakfast, a garden and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is £200
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

Room options

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Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (The Blue Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking (Raven Room)

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Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Wick, Burnside Cottage is in a rural area. Castle of Mey and John O' Groats Signpost are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Duncansby Stacks and Dunnet Bay Beach. Gills Bay Ferry Port and Italian Chapel are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Wick travel guide
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Gills, Wick, Scotland, KW1 4YB

What's nearby

  • A historic stone castle with multiple towers and a flag, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a pathway leading to the entrance.
    Castle of Mey
    10 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • A coastal landscape with prominent rock formations and a body of water.
    Duncansby Head
    17 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • A coastal cliff with a lighthouse and ocean waves crashing below.
    Dunnet Head Lighthouse
    27 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • John O' Groats Signpost
    12 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Dunnet Bay Beach
    19 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Thurso Station
    23 min drive
  • Wick (WIC)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Northern Sands
    12 min drive
  • The Storehouse
    8 min drive
  • Logan’s Bar
    12 min drive
  • John O'Groats Brewery Shop
    8 min drive
  • The Cabin
    8 min drive

About this property

Burnside Cottage

  • Bed & breakfast near Gills Bay Ferry Port
  • Located close to Castle of Mey, Burnside Cottage provides free full breakfast, a garden and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include amenities, such as free WiFi, free bottled water and room service.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and heating

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Programme. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 0-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children 4 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 4 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property's policy is that dogs must be kept on a lead at all times due to livestock nearby. Dogs not permitted on furniture and dog beds available on request.
Property Registration Number FS-case-548796660 licence pending
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 4 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Burnside Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, Burnside Cottage allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Burnside Cottage?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Burnside Cottage on 24 Aug 2026 start from £200, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Burnside Cottage?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Burnside Cottage?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Burnside Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Burnside Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this bed & breakfast is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Gills Bay Ferry Port and 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Castle of Mey. John O' Groats Signpost and Duncansby Stacks are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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