Tongue

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Remains of Castle Varrich near Tongue, Highland, Scotland
Remains of Castle Varrich near Tongue, Highland, Scotland
Castle Varrich near Tongue, Highland, Scotland
Big bales of silage near Tongue. Big bales of silage are a modern feature of farming and make a striking photograph within the ancient landscape of the Kyle of Tongue. A 16th century tower house 'Caisteal Bharraich' stands out on the promontory behind (see adjacent square NC5856).
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The Tongue Hotel

The Tongue Hotel

3 out of 5
A838 Tongue Scotland
Stay at this hotel in Tongue. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Castle Varrich and Cnoc an Fhreiceadain are located ...
The Tongue Hotel
Smithy House - Village Centre Stay near NC500

Smithy House - Village Centre Stay near NC500

Tongue Scotland
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Tongue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Castle Varrich and Cnoc an Fhreiceadain ...
Perfect!
We loved Smitty House! The kitchen was a highlight....a great gathering spot. Loved the layout with the bench and table. Great for morning coffee or evening meal. A lovely, well appointed home. Very well managed. Great communication with Michael. Nicely done! And Tongue? Somebody dropped a "cute ...

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2023

Smithy House - Village Centre Stay near NC500
Spectacular Highland Cottage Overlooking the Sea

Spectacular Highland Cottage Overlooking the Sea

Tongue Scotland
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Tongue. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Castle Varrich and Skinnet ...
Spectacular Highland Cottage Overlooking the Sea
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Smithy House - Village Centre Stay near NC500

Smithy House - Village Centre Stay near NC500

Tongue Scotland
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Tongue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Castle Varrich and Cnoc an Fhreiceadain ...
Perfect!
We loved Smitty House! The kitchen was a highlight....a great gathering spot. Loved the layout with the bench and table. Great for morning coffee or evening meal. A lovely, well appointed home. Very well managed. Great communication with Michael. Nicely done! And Tongue? Somebody dropped a "cute ...

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2023

Smithy House - Village Centre Stay near NC500
Spectacular Highland Cottage Overlooking the Sea

Spectacular Highland Cottage Overlooking the Sea

Tongue Scotland
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Tongue. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Castle Varrich and Skinnet ...
Spectacular Highland Cottage Overlooking the Sea
3 bedroom accommodation in Melness, near Tongue

3 bedroom accommodation in Melness, near Tongue

Melness, near Tongue
Stay at this cottage in Talmine. Enjoy a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Skinnet Beach and Cnoc an Fhreiceadain are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
This place was our living dream
Stunning views,Lots of walking around, a shop with friendly people,a helpful neighbor,a cozy cottage,we needed nothing else ,we find the quietness we needed …

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

3 bedroom accommodation in Melness, near Tongue
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Great place to stay whilst doing north coast 500.