The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment
THE OLD SMIDDY, HALDANE TERRACE, BALLOCH, LOCH LOMOND G838ER, Balloch, G83 8ER, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Everything was clean and comfortable. It was a big space and we appreciated having everything we needed in the kitchen. The location made it very easy to get around the lake.
- Houses
- Kitchen
- River view
- Garden
- Washing machine
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Free parking
- Private bathroom
- Non-smoking rooms
The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment is a semi-detached holiday home with a garden, located in Balloch in the Strathclyde Region. It provides free private parking. Free WiFi is offered throughout the properties. The two-bedroom house is accessed across a small stream which runs under the house. The cottage-style property offers a well equipped kitchen. The one-bedroom apartment also offers a well equipped kitchen, and retains much of the old character of the original Blacksmith's house. Both properties offer a flat-screen TV, a selection of books, and en suite bathrooms. The Old Smiddy Cottage is just a 15-minute walk from Balloch train station, and guests are a mile from the beginning of Loch Lomond and a selection of water sports and activities. Luss Pier can be reached within 35 minutes via public transport. Glasgow is 21 miles from The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment, while Stirling is 29 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport, which is a 25-minute drive from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
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- GeorgeUnited Kingdom“Everything was clean and comfortable. It was a big space and we appreciated having everything we needed in the kitchen. The location made it very easy to get around the lake.”
- NeilUnited Kingdom“Extremely comfortable and clean, perfect location to visit the beautiful surroundings. Plenty of space and very well equipped.”
- MarilynUnited Kingdom“Accommodation and location was perfect for our needs.”
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Property surroundings
Facilities of The Old Smiddy Cottage and ApartmentGreat facilities! Review score, 9.8
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Accessible parking
- Children's high chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional bathroom
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- DVD player
- Radio
- TV
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Electric blankets
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Patio
- Garden
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Horse ridingOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- CanoeingOff-site
- FishingOff-site
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Tennis courtOff-site
- Inner courtyard view
- Garden view
- View
- Invoice provided
- Board games/puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- Carbon monoxide detector
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children older than 3 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 25
Cash The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment 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 must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
License number: C, WD-00018-P
FAQs about The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment
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Yes, The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment is popular with guests booking family stays.
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You can choose from a number of accommodation options at The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment (subject to availability). These can accommodate:
- 2 guests
- 4 guests
For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
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The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment is 750 yards from the centre of Balloch. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment on this page.
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You can choose from a number of accommodation options at The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment (subject to availability). These have:
- 1 bedroom
- 2 bedrooms
For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
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Check-in at The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Tennis court
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Horse riding
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The prices at The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.