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.
Email Balcarres Self Catering enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
Other places to stay in Fort William
Welcome
to Balcarres in Fort William - the perfect choice for self-catering holiday
accommodation. Standing at the foot of Ben Nevis, Fort William is itself
an ideal base for your holiday touring the magnificent west Highlands
of Scotland.
It is within easy reach of Oban, Inverness, Loch Ness, Skye, Mallaig and the Road to the Isles, and the Ardnamurchan Peninsula - all of which wonderful day trip destinations.
Balcarres Self Catering is owned and run by Mike and Jackie Warburton who can assure you of the very warmest of Highland welcomes. Whether you need advice on days out in Lochaber, or places to eat locally, they are always on hand to help make your holiday a truly memorable one.
Balcarres is set in an elevated position in a quiet cul-de-sac. Ample safe car parking means that you can confidently leave the car behind at the accommodation and walk into Fort William town centre, just a pleasant 15 minutes' stroll along the side of Loch Linnhe.
Balcarres Self-catering Accommodation
Rowan and Birch
Their two self-catering apartments, "Birch" and "Rowan" each comprise of a double-bedded room with ensuite toilet and shower, a fully fitted modern kitchenette, and a spacious lounge in which to relax. Both apartments have televisions.
The lounge to Birch has quite stunning views overlooking Loch Linnhe, as does both bedroom and lounge in Rowan. Each apartment is furnished to a high standard with a bright and modern decor.
Balcarres is a non-smoking establishment. During quieter times of the year both apartments are available for long weekend or short breaks. Should the self-catering apartments be fully booked, you may like to consider bed and breakfast, which is also available in the main house.
Balcarres Self-catering Facilities
Laundry Facilities on Complex
Linen Provided
Sea/Loch View
Towels Provided
Activities:
There are a number of interesting places to visit within Fort William
itself, some of the most popular being the following:
Ben Nevis Distillery, where visitors can see around the distillery, visit
the gift shop and have a coffee or a snack in the café
Treasures of the Earth Exhibition, a truly unique visitor attraction of
interest to adults and youngsters alike.
West Highland Museum in the centre of Fort William, which has a fascinating
display of Jacobite memorabilia
Nevis Range Gondola which serves the ski centre during the winter months,
but is also a very popular attraction in summer. It takes the visitor
2150 feet (650m) up Aonach Mor from where there are stunning views over
Fort William and the surrounding area. Refreshments are available in the
café
Caledonian Canal and Neptune’s Staircase, a run of seven lochs linking
Loch Linnhe and the freshwater lochs of the Great Glen: Loch Lochy, Loch
Oich and Loch Ness.
Location:
By road
The roads to Fort William are a pleasure to drive on, with fantastic views
all along the way. 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.
By rail
Scotrail runs a regular service from Glasgow Queen Street along the famous
West Highland line. There is also a sleeper service available from London.
Click here for timetable details.
By plane
The most convenient airports are Inverness (70 miles) and Glasgow
(100 miles). Car hire is available at both airports.
Please Note:
Pets Welcome By Arrangement
No Smoking Permitted
Email Balcarres Self Catering enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
