Located in Drumnadrochit and only 26 km from Inverness Castle, Balmridge House, Loch Ness, Bed & Breakfast provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated bed and breakfast is located 26 km from Inverness Railway Station and 29 km from University of the Highlands and Islands, Inverness. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The bed and breakfast offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bathrobes, a hair dryer and shower. At the bed and breakfast, some units are allergy-free and soundproof. At the bed and breakfast, every unit has bed linen and towels. Continental and Full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available daily at the bed and breakfast. Guests can relax in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Guests at Balmridge House, Loch Ness, Bed & Breakfast can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Castle Stuart Golf Links is 39 km from the accommodation, while Strathpeffer Spa Golf Club is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Inverness Airport, 40 km from Balmridge House, Loch Ness, Bed & Breakfast.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

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

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
High score for Drumnadrochit
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This really is home from home. So clean with lots of special touches such as homemade cake and sherry in the room, bathrobes, lovely towels that smell so nice and are replaced every day. Comfy beds. A lovely log burner in the guest lounge....
  • George
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I couldn't be happier with my stay at Balmridge house. From the very beginning Jane was so welcoming and an incredible host. - My room was beautifully decorated with a super comfy bed. I slept like a rock. - Bathroom is pure luxury and the...
  • Gregor
    Austria Austria
    The moment you enter, you feel right at home. Balmridge House is cosy and we were greeted with genuine warmth by lovely hostess Jane. Our room and bathroom were great and furnished with a great eye for detail and an understanding of what...
  • Steven
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location and views,with ample parking and rooms to cater for all your needs in a tasteful decor
  • Vera
    Belgium Belgium
    I won’t speak of location, cleanliness or comfort - they are simply superb at this place. What amazed us is a variety of small details which, some will argue, are not necessary but, believe me, that make a huge difference. Fresh flowers, bath...
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    An absolutely first class experience. Jane and James were the perfect hosts who worked hard to make us feel welcome. We had a delicious array of breakfast items plus a comfortable bed and soft towels. The room was beautiful with fresh flowers,...
  • Dirk
    Belgium Belgium
    Jane and James were outstandingly helpful . No effort was too much.
  • Dan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    From the second we arrived we were greeted with a great big smile and really friendly welcome. Our room was great, very clean, lovely en-suite and the bed was so comfy! Perfect little location to the local pub/ restaurant and lovely walk down to...
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a lovely stay at Balmridge B&B! Jane was a fantastic host with lots of useful suggestions, very responsive to all our questions and went over and above to make sure we had a seamless stay! The breakfast was delicious and the rooms had...
  • Bianca
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I loved everything about this property and stay. The rooms are very comfortable with extra treats in your room. The breakfast is amazing with views from the breakfast room which you could stay in all day it’s that good. The hospitality is beyond...

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Jane

Company review score: 10Based on 226 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Jane is from the Isle of Skye and Jim is from Aberdeen. Jane has a background in the guest house industry, and is passionate about creating beautiful, clean accommodation that guests can relax and enjoy - choosing to come back time and time again😍. We love Drumnadrochit and are passionate to show you so much more than Urquhart Castle. Our village has so many stunning walks and a fantastic base to explore the Highlands.

Property information

1 mile from Loch Ness, Balmridge nestled in a picturesque peaceful spot of Drumnadrochit - 1 mile from the village. Surrounded with the Scottish hills and views of Loch Ness. Soak in this tranquil setting whilst you visit the castle, tour walk sail hike or stroll to the local pub! Bsalmridge House Balmacaan Road Dumnadrochit IV63 6UR

Neighbourhood information

The land of Nessie right on your door step - walking distance from our bed and breakfast. We are situated in a peaceful spot, a stroll from the village. Balmridge House sits at the foot of Balmacaan and Craigmarie woods with many different loops to discover. A viewpoint offers a stunning view of the famous Loch Ness. Glen Urquhart is 2 miles drive and a path can easily be found for those who wish to walk. The number 17 bus comes straight outside the gate for direct link to Inverness. Tour operators offer a great way for half or full day trips and of course the famous Loch offers famous cruise tours which can be booked in the village or directly.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Balmridge House, Loch Ness, Bed & Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Dressing room
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • Packed lunches
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • Room service
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Allergy-free room
    • Heating
    • Interconnected room(s) available
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Iron
    Wellness
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Balmridge House, Loch Ness, Bed & Breakfast takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 18:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 07:00 to 10:00
    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 option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 10 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

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Balmridge House, Loch Ness, Bed & Breakfast 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 06:00:00.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.