FORSS HOUSE HOTEL

The Original Highland Lodge on a waterfall

The Original Highland Lodge on a waterfall. Ensconced in 20 acres of magical woodland, on a loop of the gently meandering River Forss, this lovingly refurbished country house hotel is as warm as it is enchanting.

Here, effortless hospitality is the focus.

Home to the only AA Two Rosette restaurant in Caithness, Forss House Hotel has got to be the foodie's choice of a Highlands hideaway. Its award-winning chef designs delicious seasonal menus full of striking flavours. Come to dine, to while the nights away with candlelit suppers. And, as dusk descends, bed down in one of the hotel's beautifully refurbished rooms for a relaxing slumber.

Forss House plays host to spectacular intimate dining events, traditional Scottish celebrations, and weddings for up to 26 guests.

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EXPERIENCE FORSS HOUSE

Afternoon Tea

Tuck into three tiers of sweet and savoury goodness, fresh from the Forss kitchen. Served in the conservatory with sweeping garden views, in the toasty log fire lounge, or out in the grounds on fine summer days, Afternoon Tea at Forss is a true celebration. Of what? Oh, we're not quite sure, but one thing we do know: all the best days feature Afternoon Tea!

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Taste of the Highlands

Forss' dining room has a reputation as one of the finest in the North - evidenced by its 2AA Rosettes (unique in Caithness). This is thanks, in large, to its well-stocked larder, with all ingredients handpicked by one of Scotland's finest chefs. A Scottish showcase featuring eight exquisite courses, with perfectly matched wines, is served each evening.

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STAY THE NIGHT

in the Hidden Highlands

Bed down under the giant Caithness skies. Hidden amidst 20 acres of wonderful woodlands, below a waterfall, on a loop of the gently meandering River Forss, our homely accommodation and tranquil estate will promise to leave you feeling rejuvenated. Choose from a suite with a copper tub for two, country-chic bedrooms, or a rustic cottage next to a rushing waterfall where the salmon leap. All dreaming dens have recently been refurbished. Each is individual, all are special.

Heading to the Highlands with hound in tow? Master and Classic Bedrooms are dog-friendly. Direct access to the gardens is possible in many instances.

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Discover the

Neighbourhood

Located at the most northerly point of the famous North Coast 500 (NC500) route, our historic hotel is the perfect country house base in Caithness. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, the local coastline and hills make for some excellent walking for just about anybody - from the gentle ambler to the serious walker. Take to the open road, and there's John O'Groats, Dunnet Head and the Queen Mother's Home: Castle of Mey, all within easy reach. Or, hop on a ferry for a mystical foray into the magic that lurks just across the water: the Orkney Isles.

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