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Burnside Cottage

3.5 star property
Travelers find a peaceful retreat near Castle of Mey where the coastal landscape creates a perfect backdrop for genuine Scottish hospitality

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Burnside Cottage overlooks Gills Bay Ferry Port, offering a peaceful retreat. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, stroll through the garden, and savor regional dishes at the restaurant. This eco-certified B&B offers practical comforts like in-room WiFi and express check-out.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

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Individually furnished
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Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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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

  • Castle of Mey showing heritage architecture, a castle and heritage elements
    Castle of Mey
    7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Gills Bay Ferry Port
    3 min drive - 1.3 km
  • John O' Groats Signpost
    10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Dunnet Bay Beach
    17 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Scrabster Ferry Terminal
    32 min drive - 33.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Northern Sands
    12 min drive
  • Logan’s Bar
    12 min drive
  • John O'Groats Brewery Shop
    8 min drive
  • Taste Café
    8 min drive
  • Stacks Coffee & Bistro
    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
  • 0-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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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

  • Smoke-free property

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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 19 November 2025 to 14 March 2026 (dates subject to change).

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

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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Burnside Cottage B&B Wick
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Burnside Cottage Bed & breakfast Wick

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 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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Reviews

Burnside Cottage Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

This cottage was fantastic. Room was great, beds were very comfy and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

North Coast 500

Kacey was beyond all expectations! The food, dinner and breakfast, were over the top. The accommodations were so comfortable and spacious. If you are planning your trip for the North Coast 500, do yourself a favor and make sure you stay here!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, gorgeous views, close to Pentland Ferry terminal, lovely hosts, very nice rooms, comfortable bed, and delicious food! Definitely highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time at Burnside during our road trip through Scotland. Our suite was comfortable and provided all we needed. We loved walking around the tranquil setting and making friends with the local sheep. Our host was friendly, attentive, and the food wonderful. She lent us binoculars and guided us to the best places to see puffins. We’re happy we had the opportunity to stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best B & B on the North Coast of Scotland.

If you are looking for a B & B on the north coast of Scotland this is it! We don't give out 5 star reviews lightly, and this accommodation definitely deserves it. And the food was fabulous - they could have opened a restaurant instead of a B & B. Don't go out to dinner if you are staying here, order from their menu. Kacey & Stephen are wonderful hosts and could not have been more attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nuala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kayce was amazing. She greeted us and introduced herself- the room was clean and had everything we needed- fresh flowers. The dinner we ordered was excellent and to order the best meal we had on our trip so far. Everything was locally sourced and made by Kayce herself. She was literally just a text message away. I would highly recommend staying here and would love to come stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best B&B. Great Eco ethos.

Probably the best B&B we have ever stayed in. Lovely comfortable warm room. Great bed. Wonderful host with classy attention to detail. Legendary breakfast. 100% Eco friendly. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really friendly and warm welcome to an excellent B & B with every convenience and consideration for all needs. Kacey is a wonderful hostess and a great cook serving excellent food to enjoy in a very well decorated home. There is nothing to dislike or fault and we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect location for the orkney car ferry

The perfect location if you want to catch the car ferry to Orkney. Literally 5 minutes away. Enough time to have breakfast and still make it with lots of time. Very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was fantastic. Awesome personal service. A great spot for star gazing if there's no clouds. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent property well maintained and super service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay

Kacey was a welcoming, attentive host who helped us out with our bookings to Orkney and provided beautiful meals. The accommodation was exceptional
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast—delivered to room. Warm friendly hostess. Convenient to access the ferry. Hope to return some day.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is simply fantastic. Kacey is a brilliant hostess. Prior to arrival, she sent lots of information through which was excellent. Then during the stay, she was on hand via WhatsApp and replied any questions in a heartbeat. Her cooking is absolutely second to none so you’re in for a treat if you book here. If we come back up to the Highlands, we will definitely be returning
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Csilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was really nice, the accommodation is beautiful, the area is breathtaking and the food is exceptional! We will be back :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best stay in scotland

Absolutely amazing! Couldn’t have asked for more. Kacey was a wonderful and attentive host, the food was exceptional and seeing the owl fly past was an added treat
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent from start to finish. Very warm welcome for us and our dogs. Spacious room which was very comfortable and the food was delicious. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

B.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a too short but wonderful stay at this b&b. The rooms are kept at highest modern standard with love for the detail. The hospitality of Kacey is fabulous and thoughtful as is her cooking skills. She prepared delicious food and included also dietary requirements without problems. The surrounding is very quiet with lots of nature, sheep and cattle around.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This must be my favorite stay of any hotel/motel/b&b I’ve ever stayed at. Kacey is a true gem of a host and made sure that my sister and I had a great stay at her homestead/b&b. The communication leading up to our stay, the parking, the personal welcome, the design of the room and decor, the BREAKFAST! (WOW.) I wish I could have stayed at Kacey’s for the entire length of our trip. Definitely the best kept secret of the northern tip of Scotland!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Book it, you won't regret it.

Genuinely stunning. From start to finish, every aspect or our stay was fantastic. Great communication from our host Kacey, lovely welcome, beautifully decorated room (the Raven), comfortable beds, nice shower, lovely small touches like homemade biscuits. The food was divine. We also had an evening meal there and the salmon was one of the nicest meals I've had in a long time. We went for a lovely walk to watch the sunset and Burnside Cottage offered a couple of short walks to satisfy our need. We only stayed one night whilst driving the NC500, but I'd happily stay at Burnside for more if we needed to.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You won't be disappointed here

Casey is a great host and will ensure that your stay is both comfortable and refreshing. All food provided is first rate. There is no 'shared space' in terms of breakfast room, or lounge and so you are pretty much confined to quarters as everything is done on a room service basis which at first seems a little weird but on reflection works well and is ideally suited to CoVID restrictions. Try the homemade Granola it's to die for...
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stylish B&B with delicious food

Stylish, big, comfortable and clean room, with a super thoughtful and caring host! Both breakfast and dinner was delicious, served in the room due to COVID.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny, Brentwood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Burnside cottage was perfect and a great location for a couple of nights stop on the NC500. It gave us the opportunity to explore the East Coast before travelling West. The hosts were very accommodating and always on hand if we needed anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly & accommodating host. Food lovely
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning place. Really quiet. Lovely host!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021