Balmaha is a small picturesque village perfectly placed on the eastern shores of Loch Lomond, Stirling, in Scotland. It has a pretty sheltered harbour where Steamers once brought holidaymakers and tourists. Although the Steamers have gone fishing boats, and pleasure craft stop here and a ferry still departs from the Pier across the Loch where the ancient Island of Inchcailloch, the Island of Nuns is to be found. Its history has been linked to the village for centuries, a legacy of which can still be seen today with the 12th Century church ruins that remain. The numbers swell in Balmaha with tourists visiting the stunning location where the Lowlands and Highlands of Scotland meet. Walkers and hikers will always travel here with a chance to step out onto the Millennium Forest Trail and the West Highland Way, Scotland's oldest long distance pathway which journeys through unbeatable heather strewn countryside and forests of the Trossachs National Park. Within the village overlooked by Conic Hill today's visitors will uncover a mixture of shops selling gifts and anything from postcards to plasters, restaurants offering tasty fayre, a welcoming pub, and a pleasing choice of places to stay from cottages, comfortable B&B's and even a hotel under the shadow of a five hundred year old tree.
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Places to Stay near Balmaha
Oak Tree Inn (0.23 miles)
On the east shore of Loch Lomond, this charming family-run country inn is constructed from locally quarried slate and offers a perfect tranquil location for a romantic or relaxing break.
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Old School House (2.38 miles)
The Old School House, built in the late 18th Century, lies within the Loch Lomond National Park, less than a kilometre from the Loch. The spacious house and garden enjoy ... More
Ashbank Bed & Breakfast (3.16 miles)
Ashbank Bed and Breakfast is a family run B&B offering superior accommodation in the heart of the conservation village of Drymen. Ashbank was once the home of the famous Olympian Eric Liddell who's story was ... More | visit website
Bramblewood (3.18 miles)
Bramblewood is a friendly, family run Bed and Breakfast accommodation situated in the peaceful village of Drymen. Enjoy Drymen and the east side of Loch Lomond from a warm, friendly ... More
Winnock Hotel (3.28 miles)
The Winnock Hotel surrounds the pretty village in the centre of Drymen, on the east side of Loch Lomond. It is superbly situated for everyone to enjoy exploring the byways, lochs and beautiful rustic countryside ... More | visit website
Elmbank (3.33 miles)
Elmbank is a traditional Scottish bed and breakfast located in the centre of the scenic village of Drymen. It offers a warm welcome, a friendly relaxed atmosphere and is close ... More
Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure Club (3.40 miles)
The attractive Buchanan Arms Hotel by Loch Lomond is an ideal base for touring the surrounding area, 30 minutes from both historic Stirling and Glasgow city centre. All 52 bedrooms are comfortable and well-equipped, the ... More | visit website
Foxglove Cottages (3.85 miles)
Relax and unwind amid the comfort and luxury of these award-winning 5-star properties, set amid the mature grounds of a small family-owned country estate. Imagine romantic, spacious bedrooms, four-poster king-size beds and ... More
The Colquhoun Arms Hotel (4.27 miles)
The Colquhoun Arms is situated on the banks of Loch Lomond in the picturesque village of Luss, and offers 18 En-suite bedrooms. The hotel is now operating under new management and ... More
The Carrick at Cameron House Luxury Lodges (5.13 miles)
Experience relaxation at De Vere at any time of year through our uniquely flexible seasonal ownership scheme. When you're at a De Vere resort you'll feel relaxed, pampered and revitalised. ... More
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