Lying in the shadow of Ben Nevis, Fort William is the capital of Lochaber and one of the major resorts of the Highlands. 'Fort Bill' lies at the heart of Lochaber and is the area's natural capital. In addition, the town commands an important position - being easily accessible from Glasgow and the central belt, and in turn providing good access to the Highland and Islands. Indeed, the town's importance - both to local people and the visitor - is underlined by the wide range of accommodation, shops, restaurants, essential services and recreational facilities.
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Balcarres
is a quality Bed and Breakfast in the Scottish Highlands. They moved from
Hampshire to Fort William in 2008 and they would like to share with their
guests the wonderful views and hospitality that greeted them when they
moved to Balcarres.
From its elevated position Balcarres commands spectacular views over Loch Linnhe and beyond to the Ardgour Hills. Balcarres is an ideal base from which to tour the Highlands, Skye and the Islands.
With their own private parking you can leave your car and take a 15-minute stroll alongside Loch Linnhe into Fort William town centre.
Ben Nevis is a short drive away, and a trip to Aonach Mor gives you the opportunity to take a gondola ride to catch breathtaking views of the surrounding area, or for walkers Glen Nevis is a must with the awe inspiring Steall Falls with its wire rope bridge for the more adventurous.
They welcome well-behaved pets by arrangement at Balcarres, and they are happy to dog sit whilst you eat out at one of the many eateries in Fort William.
Balcarres Bed and Breakfast Accommodation
Dining Room
Guests can enjoy their breakfast in their bright and airy dining room
with loch views. They offer a full breakfast, but for guests who may prefer
a lighter breakfast they offer a continental or vegetarian option. Breakfast
is served between 08.00am and 09.00am but they are happy to serve earlier
breakfasts by arrangement.
Guest Lounge
They have a comfortable lounge for their guests to relax in. Tea and coffee
facilities are available, along with information regarding local places
of interest.
Wifi access is available.
Bedrooms
All their bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms with showers. Each room is
equipped with a television, clock radio, and hair dryer and tea-making
facilities. Their family room has one double and one single bed or with
two full size bunk beds and a double bed. A cot is available for babies
and toddlers.
Balcarres Bed and Breakfast Facilities
Garden
Parking
Payphones Available
TV Lounge
Pets Welcome By Arrangement
No Smoking Permitted
Location:
Balcarres is located approximately half a mile outside Fort William town
centre, off the main road approaching the town from the south. It is in
a peaceful elevated position, enjoying great views over Loch Linnhe, and
the Morvern Mountains beyond.
To reach Balcarres when approaching Fort William from the south along the A82 turn right into Seafield Gardens shortly after the 30 mph sign. Follow the road round, and then turn off taking the sharp turn left. Balcarres is the 3rd house along on the right.
For any general travel/timetable enquiries, there is a nationwide travel information service available, called Traveline Scotland. One number gives access to information about all rail, coach, bus, ferry and internal air services in Scotland.
By Car
Fort William is well signposted with access via the A82 from the North
and South. Approximate driving times are one and a half hours from Inverness
and two and a half hours from Glasgow. The AA website contains a journey
planner which you may find useful when planning your trip. If you are
travelling by bus, then a regular bus service runs from Inverness in the
North, and Glasgow in the south.
By train
Scotrail runs a regular service from Glasgow Queen Street along the famous
West Highland line. The train station is a walk of half an hour away,
though taxis are readily available at the station and the fare is approximately
£3.00. There is also a sleeper service available from London.
By plane
The closest airport is Inverness Airport (70 miles) from where you can
hire a car. The closest international airport is Glasgow Airport, which
is approximately 100 miles away. Car hire is also readily available here.
For taxi travel on arrival in Glasgow, whether within the city or all
the way to Fort William, try Glasgow Airport Millennium Taxis.
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