The Tongue Hotel Worth The Journey! Owners: David and Lorraine Hook

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1 The Tongue Hotel Worth The Journey! Owners: David and Lorraine Hook The Tongue Hotel Contact Details Telephone: Fax: Website: Facebook: facebook.com/tongue.hotel This former hunting lodge is nestled within the sleepy village of Tongue on the north coast of the stunning Scottish highlands. Overlooking the beautiful Kyle, the stunning Ben Loyal, and the gentle sweep of Ben Hope with Castle Varrich in the fore, the Tongue Hotel offers the visitor a glimpse of its glamorous past and reflects a bygone era. Whether you come here for hill climbing, stalking, angling or golfing, or you prefer to while away the hours reading a book or playing a board game in our cosy lounge bar, The Tongue Hotel can offer you a warm atmosphere, excellent service, comfort and an attention to detail. Built in the mid 1800s and owned by the Duke of Sutherland, the hotel boasts 19 unique bedrooms and many original features such as wood panelling, open fires, traditional antique furnishings, genuine exhibits and authentic paintings. Steeped in history, the hotel has a romantic, enchanting feel which delights and excites all who enter here. Hotel owners Lorraine and David and their enthusiastic team provide a warm atmosphere and attention to detail ensuring our guests leave with a lasting impression of this charming country house. General Hotel Information Treat yourself to a stay at the Tongue Hotel! The Tongue Hotel was originally built as a Hunting Lodge in the mid 1800 s for the Duke of Sutherland. The unique character and atmosphere of the lodge has been maintained throughout, much of the furniture, pictures and exhibits you will see are original and offer a glimpse into the past golden age of Highland touring. Photographs of the Hotel in the Dining Room and Brass Tap bar depict the Lodge and subsequent Hotel through the passing ages. But this is not a museum! We are proud of this historic building yet still we offer all the comforts of modern life; elegant spacious bedrooms, spectacular views, chic bathrooms, beautiful public rooms, wireless internet access, digital television, a breakfast fit for a Duke and a choice of places to wine and dine! We believe this is a Hotel that you can relax in; we aim to provide a genuinely warm welcoming atmosphere, offering excellent service, comfort and an attention to detail. Opening Times The Tongue Hotel is open all year (except Christmas/New Year) The hotel is also available on an exclusive basis, we are the ideal size for private parties, large or small gatherings this beautiful house makes for a fabulous fully catered party house! We can offer spacious Highlands accommodation with excellent facilities for the larger family party or group of friends.

2 Prices on application. Non residents are most welcome Children are welcome in the Hotel but under 18 s are not admissible in the Brass Tap bar. Please note arrangements stated here are for the high season only - April thru September Falcon Bar - Hotel Bar Opening - all year round Brass Tap - Public Bar Opening - April thru September Monday - Thursday 12pm - 11pm Friday 12pm 12.45am Saturday 12pm 11.45pm Sunday 12.30pm - 11pm Tariff 2012 / 2013 Standard Room Bed & Breakfast FROM 45 per person per night Superior Room Bed & Breakfast FROM 50 per person per night Low season special offers, luxury breaks, romantic short breaks and long stay special rates are all available - contact us for further details. Dining At The Tongue Hotel Breakfast Monday - Sunday 07.30am am Non residents most welcome Breakfast is served in the dining room. A range of cereals, homemade muesli, granola, fruit compotes, fresh fruit, juices and yogurts will be available from the buffet table. Table service will be provided for your choice of cooked breakfast and hot beverages. Buffet only Buffet and Full Traditional Scottish or Highlander Breakfast Brunch Monday - Sunday 09.30am 12pm Breakfast Rolls with Caithness bacon or award winning butcher sausages and free range eggs available with Tea or Coffee Morning Teas with home baking and delicious supplies from our local bakery or warm muffins available all day - From 4.95 Lunch/Afternoon High Tea Meals are served in the Hotel Conservatory and in the Brass Tap public bar. Monday Sunday 12pm 5pm Select from our menu a delicious freshly prepared light snack or hearty meal. Specialty Tea s and Barista Coffees with home baking are available all day.

3 Dinner You can choose the ambience you prefer! Dine in our elegant Hotel Restaurant or the lively Brass Tap public bar Monday - Sunday 6pm 9pm Relax in our elegant dining room where we offer a taste of Scotland on a plate. Select from our collection of fine wines, and unwind after with a coffee in the comfort of our residents lounge whilst planning which of our extensive malts you might like to try first! Children's are most welcome to dine within the Hotel Restaurant but under 18 s are not permissible within the Brass Tap public bar, we offer a young person s menu plus we have lots of children's games available in the lounge and table amusement packs for the wee ones to keep them occupied during dinner! Should you wish for baby food or milk to be warmed please ask one of our waiting staff who will be happy to help. Room Service Available 24 hours Wireless Internet There is free wireless internet access within the public areas. Guests Lounge We have provided an extensive array of maps and reading material regarding the local area, activities, and native wildlife for your information and pleasure. Playing cards, dominoes and board games are also available in the lounge and Brass Tap public bar. Amenities for Children Cots and camp beds are available on request. We are unable to offer a babysitting service however we have a baby listening device available for guest use. Children are most welcome to dine in the hotel restaurant or Falcon bar. A young person s menu is offered, baby food or milk can be warmed upon request. Children s games and amusement packs are also on hand to keep the little ones amused! Room Tea and Coffee Facilities Guest rooms are equipped with hospitality trays including tea, coffees, fruit and herbal teas Bedding Feather free bedding, blankets instead of duvets, extra bedding or pillows, cots and camp beds are all available with notice. Flowers, Champagne, Chocolates, Vanity Packs To make your stay extra special we are happy to help with special arrangements or requests

4 Packed Lunches Packed lunches are available from Made to order picnic boxes can also be arranged with notice. Flasks We are happy to fill flasks for guests ready for the day s touring ahead! Laundry In house laundry services are offered to wash and dry clothes. We are unable to offer an ironing service - however an iron and ironing board are available upon request from reception. Drying Room Drying room facilities are available for guest use. Newspapers These can be provided on request, please note that due to our geographical position newspapers are not available until after 11am. Locked Storage Area We provide a locked storage area for guests to stow bicycles or fishing equipment Valuables Articles of value can be deposited at reception Fishing Fishing permits are available from the hotel reception. Ghillie services and boat hire can be arranged with notice. Village Amenities A Royal Bank of Scotland, fuel station, garage, post office, general convenience store and cafe are all situated in the village. St Andrew s Church of Scotland holds services every Sunday. Bank Facilities There is a cash machine available at the hotel, please note there is a charge for this service. There is no cash machine available in Tongue however it is possible to withdraw cash at the RBS bank or at the Post office in the village. The nearest national bank with an ATM is Lairg, Thurso or Ullapool.

5 Office Services External telephone calls, photocopying, faxing, and postal services are all available Events Keep up to date with our events, current menu's, special breaks and what's on via our facebook page! Exclusive Use The Tongue Hotel is the perfect place to spend time with friends or family This fabulous sophisticated house is set within a stunning location, sleeping up to 40 guests in elegant bedrooms, the hotel is available on an exclusive use basis, here you will find a true home from home, where children are very welcome. This peaceful country house, has 19 bedrooms, is warm, welcoming, tastefully decorated and beautiful. The Tongue Hotel is ideal for private groups of friends, family or colleagues, who are looking for somewhere to host a house party, golfing holiday, special event or wedding. Prices on application.