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Balinakill Country House – Home 146055 Manor House

  • 13 bedrooms
  • 26 sleeps
  •  min stay varies

Balinakill Country House – Home 146055

  • Manor House
  • 13 bedrooms
  • sleeps 26
  •  min stay varies

Key Info

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 1 mi
  • Child Friendly
  • Car essential
  • Pet Friendly
  • Private garden

Description from owner

Description

Balinakill nestles on a hillside in 7 acres of peaceful grounds on the west side of the Kintyre Peninsula in Argyll, easily accessible by air, boat or road. This impressive victorian country house retains a wealth of period features and is set in mature gardens on the edge of the village of Clachan, one of the oldest settlements in Kintyre.

Balinakill has 12 double/twin en suite bedrooms, an additional children's play/bedroom, 3 large public rooms, a fully equipped country kitchen, a Victorian dining room, and a cosy gunroom bar with a wood burning stove. A separate catering kitchen is also available should guests choose to arrange full or partial contract catering during their stay. On arrival you will find fresh flowers in the public rooms, the fires and the stoves set.

The rental includes all fuel, bed-linen,towels and kitchen accessories together with a small selection of toiletries and cleaning materials. Full laundry and ironing facilities are available for guest's use and a house-keeping service is available on request.

The village shop can also supply a stocking and delivery service prior to arrival for fresh meat and dairy, fruit and vegetables, general groceries, wine and spirits.

Whether it's a holiday, weekend, family and friends get-together, wedding celebration, corporate/training event or surprise party, Balinakill offers the perfect location to make the occasion special and memorable. Balinakill comes alive when full of people enjoying themselves and whether you want live music or a quiet time watching the sunset in the upstairs lounge, with a choice of welcoming and comfortable public rooms we can cater for everyone.

The bar is often a magnet for those just wanting to chat over a drink while the dining room allows everyone to sit down to a meal together before ceilidh dancing, partying or just enjoying being together in the oak room. While staying in the house you stock your own bar and there are pipes for real and draft ale which can also be delivered prior to arrival.

If during your stay you feel the house needs a tidy, or you would like someone to come in quietly to service the rooms or reset the fires we will happily tailor our services to your specific requirements.

Please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss any of your ideas or special requests!

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Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Pets welcome
  • 2 Cribs
  • High chair

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Full bed
    Bedroom 2: King bed
    Bedroom 3: Full bed
    Bedroom 4: Full bed
    Bedroom 5: 2 Twin beds
    Bedroom 6: Full bed
    Bedroom 7: Full bed
    Bedroom 8: Queen Bed Sofa beds
    Bedroom 9: Full bed
    Bedroom 0: Full bed
    Bedroom 1: Full bed Sofa beds
    Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds
    Bedroom 3: Full bed Twin bed
    Beds in other rooms:
  • 12 Attached (ensuites)

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Mountain Views
  • Private garden
  • Grill
  • Sea view
  • Bicycles available
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Pool or snooker table
  • Games room
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking

Getting around

This is quite a remote area so if you wish to get out and about and explore this stunningly beautiful area please bring your own car or hire one locally. There are also many nearby islands to visit including Gigha, Islay, Jura and Arran. Please contact Ann for further details and suggestions for local day trips from Balinakill.

Interaction with guest

When you arrive at Balinakill our house keeper will be there to welcome you, give you house keys and show you everything you need to know. No staff will then be present during you stay unless by request. Contact details are available in the house book in the unlikely event there are any issues during your stay. Additional services such as house keeping, fire setting, room servicing and bar service can be arranged by request for additional charge.

Policies

Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

Damage deposit: ($700.49) £550.00
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

No refund If you cancel, any money you have paid cannot be refunded.

Check-in date

House rules

We are perfect for family and friends get togethers, special birthday and anniversary celebrations, reunions, weddings and civil partnership ceremonies.
Balinakill is grand but warm and welcoming wth plenty of space for all generations to relax and enjoy all that this wonderful old house , and Kintyre, has to offer! Please contact Ann for information on catering ,deliveries ofsupplies and local services and events.
You even have your own bar!
Late check out (4pm ) on Sundays

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About the owner

Ann D.
Response rate:
80%
Calendar last updated:
29 Jul 2023
Years listed:
13
Based in:
United Kingdom
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Excellent
106 reviews

Excellent
104
Very Good
2
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“Perfect home to escape to. Would return tomorrow.”

Reviewed 16 Mar 2024

We have had the most amazing time for my husband’s 60th birthday. The home is beautiful and perfect for mixed generations, the playroom was perfect for our little ones while the adults loved the… More

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“Sacred Earth Journeys”

Reviewed 15 Nov 2023

I hosted a wellness retreat at this location, and it was amazing. I highly recommend. The communication with the owners was amazing and they went out of their way to make our week very enjoyable. … More

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“Wonderful”

Reviewed 14 Nov 2023

Wonderful house, very comfortable with lovely features. Bar & hot tub were particular highlights. Customer care was excellent. I would highly recommend. Hugh, Edinburgh

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“Murder Mystery Retirement Celebration”

Reviewed 13 Nov 2023

We absolutely loved our 4 night stay at Balinakill. We went to celebrate my retirement with our large family of all ages. Firstly the wonderful drive in was beautiful with breathtaking scenery of fore… More

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“The party is never over at Balinakill”

Reviewed 10 Nov 2023

We all had a great third visit to wonderful Balinakill which despite its grand size, feels like a home from home. The hot tub was an added bonus this year, so relaxing to soak in after taking a good w… More

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“An amazing getaway!”

Reviewed 10 Jun 2023

Incredible house with lots of character! Well worth the trip! Went out for my stag with some of my closest friends and it was truly the trip of a lifetime.

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“Fantastic house for a four generation family holiday”

Reviewed 8 May 2023

Balinakill provided the perfect setting for our Easter family break, with plenty of room for 25 of us (ranging in age from 2 to 92) plus our 4 dogs. The en-suites in most of the rooms were a real bonu… More

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“A unforgettable weekend in a truly stunning house.”

Reviewed 21 Apr 2023

I cannot recommend this place highly enough! Massive, high ceilinged rooms, oak panelled walls, sumptuous staircases, loads of luxurious bedrooms and places to hang out and a fantastic kitchen and di… More

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“Amazing house for a special celebration”

Reviewed 21 Apr 2023

Everything about Balinakill is special. The house, the location, the gardens, the amenities, the deco, Ann & Uta (owner and house keeper). We rented it to celebrate my 50th birthday with a large g… More

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“Amazing house in a beautiful countryside - perfect for a group of friends”

Reviewed 27 Nov 2022

The house is so beautiful with everything you need. We stayed with a group of 20 people for four nights, which was perfect. Every couple had a room with a bathroom and could have space for themselves.… More

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Ann (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Ann (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Ann (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Ann the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Ann (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Ann (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Ann (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.

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How do I know my booking is safe?

To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.

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How do I know what it will cost for my stay?

Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.

You can also request a quote from Ann (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Ann (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Ann (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Ann (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Ann (the owner) a message.

If Ann (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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