If your heart is hankering for a getaway where the everyday just melts away, or you simply want to stand at the very edge of the world, few places can compete with The House of the Northern Gate.

Perched proudly atop Dunnet Head, this stunning nine-bedroom house practically kisses the sky. To the north, your eyes will trace the sweep of the Dunnet Head lighthouse out towards Orkney; west, the Atlantic crashes into Dunnet Bay; east, the churning waters of the Pentland Firth; and south, the gentle calm of St John’s Loch and the village of Dunnet.

Recently restored to its full glory, the house sleeps up to eighteen guests in nine individually-styled bedrooms. Think multi-generational family getaways, friends’ adventures to the northernmost reaches of Britain, or a blissful private retreat – always exclusively yours for the duration of your stay. Even the Queen Mum herself sought solace here in the 1950s, so you know you’re in distinguished company.

Inside, the house has been lovingly revived from top to bottom: new slates, fresh harling, sparkling windows, restored floors, doors, and plasterwork, and interiors that feel both stylish and cosy. Bedrooms boast Egyptian cotton linens, fluffy bathrobes and an ambience that invites you to linger. For rainy days – or simply indulgence – there’s a fully equipped gym, a movie room, games room, study and a living room with a roaring wood-burning stove.

And yet… why stay indoors when the outdoors is calling so beautifully? The beach is just a stroll away, perfect for walks or sea swims. Surf the waves at nearby Dunnet Bay, hike along breathtaking coastal paths, and soak in the space, stillness and raw beauty that makes this corner of the Highlands unforgettable.