Balcarres Bed and Breakfast

Seafield Gardens, Fort William, PH33 6RJ, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>170</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
170 reviews
a bathroom with a shower with a toilet and a sink at Balcarres Bed and Breakfast in Fort William
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Balcarres Bed and Breakfast

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Providing free Wifi, private parking, and a garden, the recently renovated property Balcarres Bed and Breakfast offers rooms in Fort William, 2.1 miles from Glen Nevis and 9.4 miles from Loch Linnhe. Housed in a building dating back to 1980, this bed and breakfast is 18 miles from Glenfinnan Station Museum and a 19-minute walk from West Highland Museum. Guests can enjoy mountain views. At the bed and breakfast, all units are equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. Guests can have chocolates or cookies delivered to their room. À la carte and full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, fruit, and juice are available daily at the bed and breakfast. Guests can relax in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery is 3 miles from Balcarres Bed and Breakfast, while Steall Waterfall is 8.2 miles away. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 37 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.5
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    Richard
    United States of America United States of America
    “Breakfast was awesome. Location and view was wonderful”
  • Jurij
    United States of America United States of America
    “Wonderful hosts, Carole and Andy. Knowledgeable & caring. Exceptional breakfasts. It was the best stay in a nearly month long trip. They had washcloths! Plus Carole did a load of laundry for us for a nominal fee.”
  • Nancy
    United States of America United States of America
    “The view was amazing and the hosts were great ! They make you feel at home. The location is perfect”

Hosted by Andy & Carole

9.9
9.9
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Andy & Carole
Balcarres is situated on the edge of town, which is just a 15 minute walk away. Set up off Seafield Gardens at the end of a private road in a peaceful location, we have stunning views across Loch Linnhe and the mountains behind. All our rooms have been redecorated and their en-suites modernised, and now offer a cosy space from which to explore the area. We have a Guest Lounge with a comfy suite so you can relax after your adventures and plan your next day.
We originally planned to holiday in Fort William, but fell in love with the area, the people and Balcarres, so now we welcome guests into our home and enjoy sharing our enthusiasm of Lochaber. We have travelled extensively around the area and in our guest information folders have provided walks and drives you might like. Andy likes photography and has captured the area in pictures displayed around Balcarres to help you plan your visit. We enjoy chatting with our guests at breakfast, offering suggestions of what to do, if required.
In Town you will find numerous pubs and restaurants with many offering fresh local produce and there is also a lovely museum, which tells the story of the region and it's history. Local attractions include Ben Nevis (the UK's highest mountain), Glen Nevis and Steall Falls (the 3rd highest waterfall in Scotland) the Caledonian Canal with the magnificent Neptunes Staircase and the Jacobite steam train. Fort William is also at the start/end of the West Highland Way and the Great Glen Way. Glencoe is just a 20 munute drive away. Just ouside of town on the Mallaig road is Treasures of the Earth, a museum that has one of Europe’s largest collection of Crystals, Gemstones & Fossils. Carrying on along that road will lead you to the Glenfinnan Viaduct and Memorial and then lead you to the beautiful beaches at Arisaig, Camusdarach, and the silver sands of Morar.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Balcarres Bed and Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Mountain view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Packed lunches
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Books, DVDs or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Balcarres Bed and Breakfast accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    License number: HI-40077-F, D

    FAQs about Balcarres Bed and Breakfast

    • Guests staying at Balcarres Bed and Breakfast can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Gluten-free
      • À la carte

    • Balcarres Bed and Breakfast is 0.9 miles from the center of Fort William. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Balcarres Bed and Breakfast include:

      • Double
      • Twin

    • Check-in at Balcarres Bed and Breakfast is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The prices at Balcarres Bed and Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Balcarres Bed and Breakfast offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):