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THE OLD SMIDDY COTTAGE, BALLOCH, LOCH LOMOND BUILT OVER A SCOTTISH BURN - stream

Cottage with kitchen, near Loch Lomond

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Located within Scotland's first national park, Old Smiddy Cottage offers a charming base to explore Loch Lomond. Enjoy gas central heating and double glazing in the cottage or relax on the private patio with magnificent scenery and wild ducks nearby.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 454 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

THE OLD SMIDDY COTTAGE, BALLOCH, LOCH LOMOND BUILT OVER A SCOTTISH BURN - stream

Located within and forming part of the boundary of Scotland First National Park, the Old Smiddy Cottage is built over Ballagan burn which runs down to meet the waters of Loch Lomond We also have an Apartment which is attached to the original Blacksmiths House offers an ideal base to enjoy Loch Lomond and the surrounding area. Charming premises which is equipped to the highest standards with beautiful tartan carpet, the Cottage having Black Watch. Cottage has gas central heating and double glazing and share a private patio where guests can relax and enjoy the magnificent scenery beside Ballagan burn along with the wild ducks. Private parking is available large enough to accommodate a car and boat and we provide free WI FI for all of our guests. There are two en-suite bedrooms a double and a twin sleeping 4. A brand new kitchen for 2023 with table and chairs, washer/dryer, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave and gas hob and electric oven. Sitting room with cable tv and black watch tartan carpet.
The Old Smiddy Cottage and Apartment are the ideal base for a self catering holiday in Scotland particularly for touring Loch Lomond and the Trossachs .

Stirling and Glasgow, are within a half hour drive away, Edinburgh and Perth one hour, and much of Argyll, Perthshire, Ayrshire and South East Scotland is accessible in less than two hours.

For those who do not wish to venture too far there are many wonderful scenic drives, walks and attractions close to the cottage and apartment. Only a short drive or bus journey will take you the edge of Ben Lomond and the West Highland Way.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: non-smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 576 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non-smoking only

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

OLD Smiddy Cottage Lomond Built Over Scottish Burn Stream
OLD Smiddy Balloch Loch Lomond Built Over Scottish Burn Stream
OLD Smiddy Lomond Built Over Scottish Burn Stream
OLD Smiddy Cottage Lomond Built Over Scottish Burn Stream
OLD Smiddy Balloch Loch Lomond Built Over Scottish Burn Stream
OLD Smiddy Cottage Lomond Built Over Scottish Burn Stream
OLD Smiddy Lomond Built Over Scottish Burn Stream

About the neighborhood

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Balloch, SCT

What's nearby

  • Balloch Castle Country Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Balloch Castle - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Loch Lomond Shores - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Loch Lomond - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Balloch Station - 13 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gateway Centre - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Balloch House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ernies Plaice - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Queen of the Loch - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE OLD SMIDDY COTTAGE, BALLOCH, LOCH LOMOND BUILT OVER A SCOTTISH BURN - stream pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at THE OLD SMIDDY COTTAGE, BALLOCH, LOCH LOMOND BUILT OVER A SCOTTISH BURN - stream?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE OLD SMIDDY COTTAGE, BALLOCH, LOCH LOMOND BUILT OVER A SCOTTISH BURN - stream?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE OLD SMIDDY COTTAGE, BALLOCH, LOCH LOMOND BUILT OVER A SCOTTISH BURN - stream located?

Situated in Alexandria, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Balloch Castle Country Park and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Loch Lomond. Three Lochs Way and Balloch Castle are also within 1 mi (2 km). Balloch Station is 13 minutes by foot.

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