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OLD SMIDDY APARTMENT, BALLOCH, LOCH LOMOND SLEEPS 3 IN FAMILY ROOM

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A narrow water channel with a stone wall on one side and a patio area with a table and chairs on the other.
A kitchen with a Bosch toaster, a coffee maker, and a mug holder on the counter.
Private kitchen
A living room with two brown leather sofas, a white rug, and a plaid carpet.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, and a plaid blanket.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Games

    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Balloch, Scotland
  • Place, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Balloch Castle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Loch Lomond Shores
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Family room

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Toilet with shower

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

OLD SMIDDY APARTMENT, BALLOCH, LOCH LOMOND SLEEPS 3 IN FAMILY ROOM

Attached on to the original Old Smiddy blacksmiths this lovely apartment has everything you need to enjoy a relaxing holiday with plenty of activities nearby plus restaurants. Within walking distance to shops and pubs. There is a private entrance with parking, small hallway with shower room off. Livingroom with Lindsay tartan carpet. Family bedroom with large king size bed and connecting room with single bed sleeps 3 people in curtained large room. En-suite attached. Electric blankets on beds, hairdryer and clock radios. New for 2025 Wren fitted kitchen with everything required. Fridge/freezer, washer/drier, electric cooker, microwave, coffee maker etc. Bus stop near door taking you either to east side of Loch Lomond or to Glasgow.

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    House Rules

    Check in after 4:00 PM

    Check out before 10:00 AM

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    Children

    Children allowed: ages 3–17

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    Events

    No events allowed

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    Pets

    No pets allowed

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    Smoking

    Smoking is not permitted

    Important information

    You need to know

    Property Registration Number WD-00018-F
    Property # 8624456
    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
    On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
    Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

    About the area

    Alexandria

    Located on a river, this apartment is in Balloch, a neighbourhood in Alexandria. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Loch Lomond and Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium and Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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    Balloch, Scotland

    What's nearby

    • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
    • Balloch Castle Country Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
    • Loch Lomond - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
    • Balloch Castle - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
    • Loch Lomond Shores - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

    Getting around

    • Balloch Station - 13 min walk
    • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 29 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
    • ‪The Tavern - ‬4 min drive
    • ‪Duck Bay Marina - ‬4 min drive
    • ‪The Balloch House - ‬11 min walk
    • ‪Queen of the Loch - ‬2 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is OLD SMIDDY APARTMENT, BALLOCH, LOCH LOMOND SLEEPS 3 IN FAMILY ROOM pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much is parking at OLD SMIDDY APARTMENT, BALLOCH, LOCH LOMOND SLEEPS 3 IN FAMILY ROOM?

    On-site parking is available at the property.

    What time is check-in at OLD SMIDDY APARTMENT, BALLOCH, LOCH LOMOND SLEEPS 3 IN FAMILY ROOM?

    Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at OLD SMIDDY APARTMENT, BALLOCH, LOCH LOMOND SLEEPS 3 IN FAMILY ROOM?

    Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

    Where is OLD SMIDDY APARTMENT, BALLOCH, LOCH LOMOND SLEEPS 3 IN FAMILY ROOM located?

    Located in Balloch, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Balloch Castle Country Park and Loch Lomond. Three Lochs Way and Balloch Castle are also within 1 mile (2 km). Balloch Station is 13 minutes by foot.

    Reviews

    10

    Exceptional

    Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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    Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

    9.6/10

    Cleanliness

    10/10

    Check-in

    9.6/10

    Communication

    9.2/10

    Location

    9.6/10

    Listing accuracy

    Reviews

    Verified review

    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
    Excellent location for Loch Lomond and nearby activities - Ben Lomond, John Muir Trail
    Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
    Verified review

    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Fiona's apartment was perfect for our stay in the Loch Lomond area. It was a great launch point for various hikes, and the apartment had everything we needed. We would definitely stay again!
    Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
    Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2025
    Thankyou Andrea for lovely review so pleased you enjoyed Loch Lomond and the Oldsmiddy Apartment it was a pleasure to host you both safe travels Fiona
    Verified review

    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
    We had a great stay at the Old Smiddy Apartment! Fiona was very welcoming, and the apartment was lovely, with everything we needed and beautifully decorated. The garden is absolutely gorgeous and well looked after, and I found the stream running through very relaxing too. It was a nice walk along the stream to shops, restaurants and shores.
    Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
    Verified review

    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Something for Everyone

    So much to do that everyone will have a nice holiday.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
    Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
    It was lovely meeting you both thought I would be back in time to see you leave Thankyou for leaving APARTMENT so clean and tidy. Safe journey home many thanks Fiona and David
    Verified review

    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Loved Loch Lomond

    This apartment was perfect for my family & I. We were able to walk to Loch Lomond and the locals shops and restaurants in Balloch. Fiona & David are true gems.
    Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
    Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2023
    Awe thankyou so much for lovely review so pleased you enjoyed the Apartment and Loch Lomond. Kind regards Fiona and David
    Verified review

    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Nice cottage

    Everything was as we expected. Our host Fiona was friendly and attentive. We wanted for nothing and highly recommend The Old Smiddy
    Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
    Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2022
    Lovely to meet you all Jim and a pleasure to host thankyou Fiona
    Verified review

    8/10 Good

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

    Verblijf

    Leuk stadje aan loch Lomand. Vrienedlijk ontvangst. Appartement compleet, wel wat gedateerd.
    Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
    Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2023
    Thankyou for your review of the OLD Smiddy Apartment
    Verified review

    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Great

    Great place and location and owners were brilliant. Would defo stay again
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
    Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2021
    Thankyou so much so pleased you enjoyed the Apartment it was lovely meeting you both and good luck for the future Fiona and David
    Verified review

    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Well-eqipped

    Very good indeed, helpful hosts, spotlessly clean and all the equipment you would need. Very good location convenient. Lovely garden to sit in.
    Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
    Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2021
    Thankyou Robert for lovely review and so pleased you enjoyed the Apartment and many thanks for leaving it so clean and tidy. Kind regards Fiona and David
    Verified review

    10/10 Excellent

    2nd Time even Better than first

    This is the second year we have stayed at the cottage and we loved every second of it. We will be back for sure.
    Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
    Thankyou Julie it was lovely to see you and Bobs again and look forward to welcoming you back when over in Scotland again. Regards Fiona and David

    About the host

    Hosted by THE OLD SMIDDY

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    I’ve lived in Balloch for 32 years originally from next town of Dumbarton. I enjoy doing holiday accommodation and meeting guests from all over the world. Loch Lomond is a lovely place to stay.

    Why they chose this property

    Balloch is a lovely village close to Loch Lomond within walking distance of Loch and the National Park. Lots of places to eat plus sails on the Loch visiting the islands.

    What makes this property unique

    My property was built in 1862 and was once an old Blacksmiths used for tending to the horses still a few features till this day.

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    English

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