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The Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage - Holiday Cottage on the NC500
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🏠 Self-Catering Holiday Cottage
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 NC500, Scotland
🧸 Family friendly
🐕 Dog friendly
😴 Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms
✅️ HI-00501-F
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https://www.lighthousekeeperscottage.co.uk
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Our lovely light dining room has views of the sea on both sides! It’s perfect for breakfast, evening meals or takeaways, board games, or even catching up with some work (if you have to do).

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#nc500 #familyfriendly #familyholidays #familygetaway
A meal on the table in the dining and family room at the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage, Noss Head Flowers on the table in the dining and family room at the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage, Noss Head Board games in the dining and family room at the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage, Noss Head Board games in the dining and family room at the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage, Noss Head
November 27, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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I always give my newsletter readers advance notice of any rate changes. Just seems like the decent thing to do. Monthly updates from me to you - no algorithms involved.

Don't lose sight of the Lighthouse! Sign up for my newsletter now: https://www.lighthousekeeperscottage.co.uk/get-news
November 25, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Did you know you can see the ruined Castle Sinclair Girnigoe from your kitchen window at the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage!

Book now for your castle view getaway: https://f.mtr.cool/hiqpiqkcop

#castlesinclair #nc500 #familyfriendly #lighthouseholiday #scotland #travelinspo #dogfriendly
View of Castle Sinclair Girnigoe from outside Noss Head Lighthouse grounds View of Castle Sinclair Girnigoe from outside Noss Head Lighthouse grounds View of Castle Sinclair Girnigoe through the gates at Noss Head Lighthouse
November 23, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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This photograph of #moonrise behind Noss Head #lighthouse is just amazing!
It was taken by David Proudfoot - follow him on Facebook for more stunning photographs showing off #Caithness and #Sutherland.

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Photograph of the full moon behind Noss Head Lighthouse taken by David Proudfoot
November 20, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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From traditional haggis to fresh raspberry cranachan, discover 3 must-try Scottish foods & where to find them.

https://www.lighthousekeeperscottage.co.uk/blog-scottish-food/

#ScottishFood #Scotland #FoodieTravel #TraditionalFood #LocalProduce #TravelScotland #Haggis #ScottishBreakfast #FoodBlog
3 Great Scottish Foods to try - and where to find them
Scottish food is great! This guide from the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage tells you what foods are great to try, and where to find them!
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November 18, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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This is a stunning book - and a moving and important social history for this little-known, under-valued and beautiful county. Our copy is in the Cottage because we always want to help guests appreciate Caithness more.

#nc500 #scotlandstory

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I'm just back from delivering more signed copies of 'Abandoned' to the Caithness Livestock Breeders in Thurso. Signed copies are also available at Waterlines Lybster, Glencoast in Helmsdale, The...
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November 17, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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THINGS TO DO: It always makes me laugh when people say that there's nothing to see or do on the East Coast.
Dunbeath Harbour is a perfect pit-stop! The crab and lobster have travelled.... oh, it must be yards from the harbour to the food bothy! 🦀🦞

#nc500 #scotland #travelinspiration #travelinspo
Tasty Toes fresh food bothy at Dunbeath Harbour The bridge over the river at Dunbeath by the harbour Dunbeath Harbour The road down to Dunbeath Harbour
November 13, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Here at Noss Head, Dougie Duncan spotted repeated code patterns from the Luftwaffe. Read more...

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#LestWeForget 
#CaithnessAtWar #BletchleyPark #WWIIHistory #NossHead #Scotland
Embroidery showing a radio operator listening to ships at sea. The text says "Listening Posts" in English and "Die Kriegsmarine" in German. The sea has morse code reading "listening to messages from german ships" Black and white photo taken from Noss Head lighthouse showing the aerials for the listening station at Noss Head Poppies and barbed wire
November 11, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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What's better than a lighthouse holiday? A lighthouse holiday that's lighter on your wallet! 💸

My newsletter subscribers get early access to booking dates, discount codes, and info on price rises. 💌

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Ben at her computer, at the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage
November 9, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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🌊✨ Discover the views and adventures of the John o’Groats Trail! ✨🌊

Calling all walkers and hikers! The John o’Groats Trail passes the Lighthouse compound, offering breath-taking coastal views all the way from Inverness to John o’Groats. 🌿👣

https://www.jogt.org.uk/
November 6, 2025 at 9:51 AM
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Announcing.... We have just received Four shiny Stars from the AA!  ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Incredibly proud because they came and saw the cottage for themselves!  Special thanks to the  amazing team that make the cottage perfect!

#qualitycounts #fourstars #holidaycottage 
#nc500 #nc500adventures #nc500accommodation
AA Badge for Four Star self-catering accommodation 2025 A vase of country flowers on a coffee table in the living room of the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage The main bedroom at the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage Noss Head lighthouse in the background with a wall and wildflowers in the foreground
November 4, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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Caithness is not widely known for its distilleries, but it really should be! Our distillers all have strong local ties, passionate makers and feature traditional craftsmanship – all part of your NC500 adventure. Sláinte!

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#nc500 #travelinspo
Distilleries you can visit on the NC500 in Caithness
Explore the unique stories and flavours of local spirits as you visit distilleries on the NC500 route in Caithness.
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November 2, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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Got the winter-time blues?
In the winter, our guests take a break and 🐶Walk the dog on the beach & 🥂Rest, relax, re-set, and take some time out for the year ahead. 

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#lighthouseholiday #scotland #travelinspiration #travelinspo
Collage of rooms at The Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage, Noss Head, saying "Breaks for two from £250"
October 30, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Our fully equipped kitchen has everything you need for family meals! From preparing breakfast with sea views, to storing all your holiday treats, this kitchen makes self-catering a joy. Complete with all the essentials. 🍳

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#lighthouseholiday
The kitchen at the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage, Noss Head. Stove-top coffee makers in the kitchen at the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage, Noss Head. Locally made chocolate, biscuits and snacks at the kitchen at the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage, Noss Head. Oil, condiments, herbs and spices provided in the kitchen at the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage, Noss Head.
October 28, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Well.... Which do YOU prefer....? Tunnocks Teacakes or their Caramel Wafers?
October 23, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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Come on in... the water's dangerous....! 💀

"Since 2020, tidal cut-offs have resulted in around 3,600 RNLI lifeboat & lifeguard rescues, & c 35k people being assisted."

Misunderstanding the tide is putting millions at risk on UK coasts – here’s what you need to know
Four in ten people surveyed were unaware that tides come in twice daily, that they vary in timing each day, and that they differ in height across the country.
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October 22, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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I've been hosting here for 8 years now, and I write an email once a month for past and future guests, and for subscribers. Human insights for human travellers! 🥾- It's from me, not AI.

Keep in touch with the Lighthouse! https://www.lighthousekeeperscottage.co.uk/get-news

#nc500 #lighthouseholiday
Ben at her computer, at the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage
October 21, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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So this happened last night!

#aurora #auroraborealis #northernlights #northcoast500
October 19, 2025 at 10:35 AM
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Caithness has wonderful beaches & forest walks, plus enclosed spaces where even reactive dogs can run off-lead. Most pubs & cafés make a huge fuss over your pupper too! 🐾

Find out more, and book your stay:

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#nc500 #dogfriendlytravel
Dog friendly Caithness
Forest walks, open beaches, friendly pubs, & local cafes - Exploring the dog-friendly NC500, with a focus on Caithness.
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October 19, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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How stormy can it be? Well, so stormy that the spray comes up over the lighthouse!

Storm Babet was a couple of years ago - and she brought #rainbows over the clifftops!
#stormbabet #babet #lighthouse
October 16, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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A lot of people whizz through Caithness or miss it out completely - this blog busts the myths that there's nothing to see or do, and points you to highlights and hidden gems!

https://www.lighthousekeeperscottage.co.uk/five-myths-about-caithness/

#nc500adventures #nc500thingstodo #nc500roadtrip
5 myths about Caithness, and the truths behind them
Think the only thing to see and do in Caithness is John o'Groats? Discover hidden gems on the NC500, and the histories behind them.
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October 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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From morning coffee with sea views to preparing fresh local seafood for dinner - our kitchen makes self-catering a pleasure!
Fully equipped with everything you need - you can focus on enjoying your holiday! ☕

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#nc500#lighthouseholiday #scotland
October 12, 2025 at 8:31 AM
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What do you need for a good night's sleep?

✅100% organic cotton bedding?
✅A super-king bed to stretch out in?
✅Fresh sea air to blow away the cobwebs?
✅Being tired but happy after a spectacular walk?

It's all here at the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage!

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The main bedroom in the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage has a superking bed, and luxurious organic cotton sheets The main bedroom in the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage is light and cosy - perfect for a great night's sleep Wonderful walks from out of the door at the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage, Noss Head The Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage is perfect for walking
October 9, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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Highland wildlife spotting! 🦌 What would make your Scottish holiday complete? Spotting "majestic red deer roaming the Highland landscape" or "seals, puffins and maybe even orcas from our coastal location"? Caithness offers both!

Which wildlife encounter thrills you most? 🐋
Highland stag in Sutherland Picture in the Cottage of "Puffin Landing" by Jane Smith https://janesmithwildlifeart.blogspot.com/ Bird colony - seen on a tour with Caithness Sea Coast
October 7, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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Happy birthday to us! 🥳 Our 1st guests came to the Cottage, 7 yrs ago today! 
Since then ...
🏅 we have achieved a Gold Award for Green Tourism, 
😍 the cottage has had hundreds of happy guests over the years, 
😻 many with gorgeous dogs. 

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#lighthouseholiday
October 4, 2025 at 9:01 AM