The small village of Tongue looks west over the Kyle of Tongue. Castle Varrich on the nearby hilltop, Ben Hope ~ Scotland's most northerly Munro and Ben Loyal ~ "Queen of Scottish Mountains", provide dramatic backdrops.

It is ideally placed to allow touring to the east, west and south.

Beechwood Cottage has private parking and front and rear access with gardens including secluded lawn area offering al-fresco relaxation.

The cottage's one level layout allows stress-free living with space to relax.

The property is double glazed, fully heated and very comfortably furnished to meet individual or family needs.

The quiet location is popular and attracts lovers of the outdoors throughout the year.

Hill walkers, beachcombers, naturalists and fishers can march, wander, twitch and cast without repetition.

The historian, geologist, photographer and artist too find opportunities beyond dreams in the rugged peace of the far northwest Highlands.

Sutherland and neighbouring Caithness, reveal much from prehistoric times: the Viking influence, the troubled and turbulent times of the Highland clearances with underlying folklore, and Gaelic culture.

Local museums offer insights into the clans, the crofting and seagoing activities with many archaeological sites in the surrounding glens and straths giving proof of the strength and heritage of the Northern Scots.

Activities--

Within Walking Distance:

Village store, petrol station and garage, post office, two hotels, bank, church, medical centre and craft shops.

A Short Drive or Cycle:

Beaches, harbour, pub restaurant in Melness.
Walks, picnics, cycle routes, forest walks - Coldbackie Beach, Scullomie Harbour, Borgie Forest and Skerray coastal paths.

Horse Riding and Trekking: Available at Torrisdale Sands and Bettyhill.

Golf: Available at Durness (west) and Reay (east).

Swimming Pool: Pool, jacuzzi and gym at Bettyhill.

Sailing: Slipways and harbour for small boats and sailboarding at Kyle of Tongue.

Museums: Skerray Crofting Museum and Strathnaver Heritage Museum.

Fishing: The area is famous for its range of loch, river and sea fishing. Permits and boat hire on lochs available for salmon, sea trout, brown trout and numerous sea varieties.