Windhaven Brough, Thurso, KW14 8YE, United Kingdom
#6 of 9 B&Bs and inns in Thurso
Guests' ChoiceBased on 152 B&B reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.9
Free Wifi
8.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 5, 2025
Philb
United KingdomVery friendly host. Superb surrounding /Views
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 2, 2025
Andy
United Kingdom.
Two ensuite rooms with their own lounge with tea/coffee. Breakfast ordered the night before and cooked to order with host Phil on hand to talk about his passion for the seal rescue unit that he runs.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: September 1, 2025
Vanessa
United KingdomWe did not have a TV in our room, the other two Bed and Breakfast rooms had access to a shared lounge, as a storm was in effect on our arrival we had to go out to have dinner but it meant we had to stay a while to run the evening down as we would have had nothing to occupy ourselves when back at the B & B so an early night it was. Also was really quite anxious driving to and from the pub during the storm so was unable to relax and enjoy ourselves fully.
Location and 10 minutes from the ferry to Orkney. Loved that they were a Seal Rescue and Rehabilitation as well as a camping site and bed and breakfast. Cracking breakfast. Our host was very pleasant and knowledgeable.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 27, 2025
Robyn
AustraliaMagic views friendly helpful host generous fresh breakfast served with a smile in a lovely cafe setting
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 23, 2025
Meeli
United KingdomGood location, friendly host and great breakfast.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 20, 2025
Ian
United KingdomNothing.
Breakfast was great you got what you requested. Room was tidy and fitted our requirements. Hosts were pleasant and helpful.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 19, 2025
Robert
United KingdomCan't think of anything
Great Breakfast more than i could eat. Nice quiet place with Beautiful Views.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: July 15, 2025
Neli
GermanyBreathtaking location, very cozy rooms and an incredibly friendly host. We will definitely come back.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 14, 2025
Dorota
PolandFriendly host, quiet place to sleep, Scottish breakfast, the beach only few minutes walk from the b&b. 👌🏻
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 7, 2025
William
United KingdomGreat guy Phil very very helpful
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 29, 2025
Steedman
United KingdomPhil and Claire are fantastic hosts - hilarious chat and a great place to stay. The Caithness Seal Rescue and Release centre was an unexpected lovely surprise! Thank you so much - we will be back and next time stay for longer ❤️
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 27, 2025
Lo
NetherlandsNothing.
A very nice and clean room. A beautiful place. And very kind people. They are nursing baby seals.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 22, 2025
Newington
United KingdomStunning location. Lovely self contained room attached to the property. Very clean and comfortable. Phil gave ideas about where we could get dinner and the next day told us some good places to visit. Breakfast was excellent!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 22, 2025
Laurence
United KingdomNo issue and as expected, but not the twin room was very small. So only really good for sleeping, nothing much more.
Excellent location, shame had to rush off in the morning for the ferry, otherwise would have been nice to explore around the area. Host was very cheerful and pleasant, breakfast good and a nice gift shop.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 21, 2025
Lindsey
United KingdomIt was rainy
Seal support and care. Great accommodation. Plentiful breakfast offered. Care for community.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 10, 2025
Alison
AustraliaA most beautiful spot right on the coast with a fantastic view. Very relaxed owners who were very helpful.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 7, 2025
Louise
New ZealandComfortable and what we needed.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 3, 2025
Susan
IrelandI'm delighted we chose to stay here while we were touring the NC500 by motorcycle. We were provided with very safe parking for our motorcycle, and enjoyed a great chat with Phil before meeting Claire who welcomed us and showed us around. The room and beds were very comfortable. The bathroom may have been a tad on the small side but was clean and had a great shower! There was a lovely lounge where guests could enjoy a cup of tea/coffee and watch tv. We enjoyed a great breakfast in the morning. Phil has a wide range of interests and is very interesting to talk to. We would stay here again as it's a lovely, quiet location. Thank you, Phil and Claire, for your hospitality.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 26, 2025
Richard
United KingdomOwners very friendly and prepared to go yhe extra mile helping us with local research in the area
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 23, 2025
Graham
United KingdomThe room was very small and too close to another room for us. The bathroom was very small and basic. It was adequate for our needs but a little claustrophobic.
We liked the hosts and the location was lovely. The breakfast was really good cooked by Phil. The shared lounge was very comfortable.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 22, 2025
Keltie
United KingdomLocation was lovely but also quite remote
Wonderful breakfast and brilliant hosts. Beds were also quite comfortable
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 22, 2025
Deborah
United KingdomThere is a shared area with another room for the television and sitting area. This didn't worry us at all as we were out all evening.
Really friendly owners made us feel welcome as soon as we arrived. Stunning location with walk down to a little harbour area where we saw lots of seals. The Northern Sands hotel is a couple of miles away and the food and service there was exceptional.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 20, 2025
Jennifer
United KingdomNothing
We enjoyed our breakfast and the downstairs room was a bonus. The view from the property was really lovely
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 20, 2025
Kate
United KingdomIt was spotlessly clean. Beds were comfy in a perfect spot. Hosts were super friendly
Stayed in May 2025
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