Balmule House

Balmule House descritpion

Situated in 30 acres of wood grounds, Balmule House is a 14th-century property which offers free Wi-Fi and free on-site parking. Dunfermline town centre can be reached in 10 minutes’ drive and features a variety of historical attractions.
A flat-screen TV and an iPod dock is featured in each room at Balmule House, as well as bathrobes and a DVD player.
A hearty full Scottish breakfast is served in the dining room, and dinner is also available on request. Guests are encouraged to bring their own alcoholic drinks, as the property does not have a liquor licence.
Clay pigeon shooting, fishing, biking and hiking can all be enjoyed in the local area and staff are happy to give detailed information on these activities. Bird-watching and nature walks are available around Loch Fitty, which is just 2 miles from the property. Knockhill Racing Circuit is less than a 10-minute drive away and hosts many events throughout the year.

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Facilities of Balmule House

Outdoors ：Grounds

Pets ：Pets are not allowed.

Internet ：Free!WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking ：Free!Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

General ：Non-smoking Rooms | Family Rooms | Heating | All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)

Reviews for Balmule House

Review 1：There are many stairs to the top floor and so not suitable for everyone.

Review 2：It is set in a beautiful location. The staff were very helpful and friendly. There was a communal kitchen on the top floor. The breakfast was one of the best I've had and the beds were very comfy!

Review 3：Everything about Balmule House was fantastic. Loved that every room was different, very clean and catered for your every need. Management were more than helpful with a list of restaurants to eat at.

Review 4：If you want to get away from the stress of everyday life this is the place, Duncan is a great host, you can sit in the drawing room and sip your own favourite tipple in the peace and quiet.

Review 5：The only thing I found difficult was having a shower without soaking the whole floor. But that could be just me.

Review 6：From coming up the driveway and getting the first view to leaving was so relaxing. The deccor was amazing.

Review 7：nothing to dislike - perhaps shower in bathroom could have been up to the high standard of everything else.

Review 8：from the outset with a very warm reception to being shown to our wonderful room with connecting huge bathroom, very clean room and large comfortable bed. Beautiful countyside and garden views and very quiet yet with an hour of central Edinburgh, thoroughly recommend

Review 9：This is a beautiful hotel that feels like a family home, with exceptional decor and atmosphere, located in beautiful surrounds. Feels like you're miles from the city but just a 10 minute drive from Dunfermline.

Review 10：That we had to leave.

Review 11：We stopped for a weekend at the balmule and from the moment we Drove upto the house it was clear to see that the hotel would be beautiful. Once inside we were not disappointed. Lovely, gracious staff, the master suite was beyond words. We didn't want to leave. We would definitely recommend and revisit.

Review 12：This is a stunning property, decorated and furnished beautifully. At the same time it feels like a home- fires burning in the hall when you arrive and an equally warm welcome from the owners. Set in rolling countryside and blissfully peaceful.

Review 13：I enjoyed everything about this hotel. However two highlights would be the bed and bathroom we had in the master suite, (we did not want to leave), and the manager Duncan. He made us feel at home and catered to our every need.

Review 14：The atmosphere is lovely, calm and welcoming. It feels as if you have walked into the home of your dreams. Everything has been done with care and style. The staff are friendly and informative about the house and its history. I felt like a real guest.

Review 15：A stunning location, and an amazing house which has been beautifully restored. My stay at Balmule House was great. The owners are completely focused on guest service and comfort, an absolute pleasure - if only all nights away for work were as comfortable as this - Thank you!

Review 16：Master Ensuite is bigger than most hotel rooms! Double shower is wonderful! beware the sharks!! Bedroom is a delight and the whole place is decorated in style. All the staff make you feel welcome and are very helpful.

Review 17：Poorly signposted have to drive to find restaurant.

Review 18：Peace, quiet, quality of furnishings, fittings and décor. Well appointed rooms, fantastic venue. Wonderfully clean.

Review 19：The plumbing is a bit noisy but nothing more than you would expect in a house this age.

Review 20：We loved the space and grandeur of the restored bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Beds were wonderfully comfortable and in the morning we were served a hearty cooked breakfast. Friendly service and the location is spectacular.

Review 21：We found this place online late at night. It was difficult finding the place in the dark and the GPS was not accurate but the owner gave us online directions by phone. The place itself is beautiful with a huge English garden. Very special rooms all in a both classic but modern style, which do not contradict one another. The staff make you feel welcome as if you are visiting old friends or relatives.

Review 22：No bar/dining facilities except for breakfast.

Review 23：We loved the position of the Hotel, the drive up to the Hotel, the grounds all very scenic. The inside of the Hotel is beautiful and our room was also beautiful, clean and spacious. Breakfast was lovely.

Review 24：The welcome, the room, the bed, the breakfast, the location. Service from Duncan was 1st class even down to finding and booking somewhere to eat after our late arrival. A super stay, 1st class all round

Review 25：Had to travel to get an evening meal. No bar facility. Toilet bathroom was converted cupboard with double doors. Shower very noisy. When strong wind a lot of noise from old fireplace

Review 26：Very nice house and location Staff very good. Breakfast excellent. Beds were very comfortable.

Review 27：Probably the only thing I can say is that the price was relatively too high (compared to other places).

Review 28：Really nice staff! Beautiful buidling in a pretty location. The only sounds you hear are the sheeps! :)

Review 29：Would have liked tea / nespresso making facilities in the room . At this price range I think it's expected.

Review 30：Attention to detail. Everything was great !Bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was lovely.

Review 31：- the garden - the owner was super friendly - the house had been recently renovated and looked amazing - felt secluded even though you were only 10 minutes from town.

Review 32：Derek and staff great people nothing was a problem, great breakfast lovely rooms. The place is old but has great feel to it, even the creeking floor boards. Will be going back

Review 33：Lovely people. Super comfortable room, wonderful bathroom, great breakfast. All done with style and individuality.

Review 34：Best place we stayed whilst visiting Scotland. Lovely hosts, superb rooms, very comfortable sleep, delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend it!

Review 35：Warm and personal welcome. Nothing was too much trouble and felt like you were arriving at a big family home rather than a hotel.

Review 36：Beautiful House and gardens. Lovely suite recently upgraded.

Review 37：Friendly owner, fantastic breakfast, great setting, my wife loved all the art on the walls

Review 38：Nothing

Review 39：Beautiful property, beautiful setting

Review 40：the hospitality , service was amazing,felt like we was at home, loved everything about it

Review 41：We loved everything about the Balmule House. In particular, the staff was very accommodating and made our stay a pleasurable experience

Review 42：Duincan was really helpful and welcoming. A lovely room, very comfortable bed.

Review 43：peaceful, friendly, pristine in short absolutely idyllic. looking forward to a return visit with friends.

Review 44：No faults

Review 45：The house was lovely, rooms were excellent and people running it were so nice

Review 46：nothing

Review 47：beautiful property, immaculately clean, spacious room, fast efficient service, wonderful food

Review 48：The house was amazing and set in beautiful grounds, the host was very friendly and worked hard to accomadate our needs

Review 49：Great breakfast, nice rooms.

Review 50：Leaving!

Review 51：Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful hotel and surroundings. Lovely, well cooked breakfast.

Review 52：Some building work being done, with workmen inside and out. Room not en- suite.

Review 53：Peaceful country house vibe. Attractively and comfortably furnished.

Review 54：Location, Decor and staff

Review 55：Great newly renovated old home with lovely surrounds.

Review 56：Would refer bathroom en suite.

Review 57：TV was quite small

Review 58：Staff Room Building Location

Review 59：location,rooms,staff facilities and the food.all wonderful

Review 60：Loved everything about this hotel. Cannot rate it high enough. Great.

Review 61：use a google sat nav if possible

Review 62：the Welcome the staff the building, original features restored the views the breakfast was warm

Review 63：everything

Review 64：Somewhat difficult to find.

Review 65：Beautiful home. Attention to detail is impeccable.

Review 66：Beautiful place in a beautiful location. We loved everything about this hotel. We would definitely recommend and return.

Review 67：What an amazing house! Even on short notice, Duncan was a lovely host and made our stay the best we could wish for! We definitely want to come back for another (longer) stay.

Review 68：Only a small issue the shower wasn't very warm

Review 69：Very grand looking place the bathroom was just as big as the bedroom I booked it as a surprise for my partner and she was impressed would definitely go back the scenery was beautiful

Review 70：For the cost, I really thought the breakfast would be a la carte, with a good choice. Whilst the products were good and fresh, there wasn't much choice of hot food, just bacon, eggs, sausage and black pudding.

Review 71：The house was really beautiful. I felt extremely relaxed there, and totally chilled out, as really there is nothing to do but relax. Room and bath was fab.

Review 72：all was good

Review 73：I thought the owner Franc was a great guy and was so welcoming.he could not do enough for us and the place was very relaxing.we didn't feel like we where paying guests we felt more like friends. excellent

Review 74：Tried to order food from local Indian restaurant, but were given run around for 3 hours! Eventually had to cancel order and have pizza instead.

Review 75：All rooms amazing, everything so grand. Own fireplace in the bedroom (even a fireplace in the bathroom!). Lovely views from bedroom. Owner so helpful. Perfect place to go for Valentines!

Review 76：Difficult to find based on sat nav but we were given written directions .

Review 77：Duncan was very welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay . Breakfast was delicious .

Review 78：High mirror in bedroom made hair drying difficult for a smaller person.

Review 79：Lounge beautiful and very comfortable. Staff excellent and most helpful. Lovely bedroom and ensuite.

Review 80：could find no fault,

Review 81：Franc the owner was as nice as could be and provided a healthy break fast, i have been in the hotel and catering business for over 30 years and can honestly say that its one of the nicest hotels I have been in, Franc has put in a lot of hard work, time and effort into making Balmule House a fantastic and most comfortable hotels you will find, I can honestly say that myself and my good lady will be booking another stay in the near future, well done Franc, thanks for a lovely stay , Keith and May Cameron,

Review 82：No evening dinning, but a minor/irrelevant point as we normally dine out in Edinburgh/Dunfermline.

Review 83：A real surprise, great remote hotel. Quiet, comfortable with great staff.

Review 84：an elegant house, exquisitely furnished with a tasteful blend of old and new, very attentive staff - helpful, knowledgdeable, accessible, tranquility on the generous grounds, delicious breakfast made to order, for us a good combination to explore Edinburgh and retreat to the countryside in the evening - just a 30 minute ride by car or train

Review 85：Two big flights of stairs up to room. Didn't know there was a kitchen (my fault probably), isolated from shops etc, no address so a bit hard to find, big step out of bath with no wall bar to hold, very noisy fan in bathroom.

Review 86：Nice room, nice lounge, small kitchen to prepare food. Nice staff. Quiet. Lovely ambiance. No problem with parking spaces.

Review 87：It is a bit hard to find, the sign at the gate is small and grey on a grey stone post - that is the only critics. The location requires a car, this must be definitely considered.

Review 88：An absolutely lovely place, peaceful and cosy. There is nothing more to expect from a B&B. It's spotlessly clean and extremely well run. Breakfast of your choice, owner is preparing it himself.

Review 89：The only thing we didn't like was the fact that we were only there for one day.

Review 90：This 14th century house was a trip in history. Beautifully restored. The grounds were majestic. The owner Franc couldn't be more cordial.

Review 91：Nothing it was perfect!

Review 92：Amazing place, Host best customer service we have experienced. Incredible attention to detail wild flowers on the breakfast table, wonderful fresh cooked breakfast. Stunning hotel would recommend.

Review 93：Liked everything

Review 94：High quality interiors and very tasteful throughout Very helpful manager - above and beyond the call of duty Very clean and very comfortable

Review 95：Lovely setting, beautiful house and friendly hosts. Very comfortable accommodation. It felt like you were staying with friends. Everything about our stay was perfect.

Review 96：Everything was perfect. The interiors were to die for! Huge bathroom with underfloor heating, fabulous! The parkland and gardens were beautifully kept. Breakfast was a feast, (the black pudding was unbelievably delicious ), we had no room for lunch. Staff were loveable .

Review 97：S staff were very friendly, helpful,nothing was too much trouble Decor and cleanliness were second to none Rooms were a good size and everything you needed supplied On a whole every thing was excellent

Review 98：A beautiful place to stay. We had a lovely time

Review 99：Would benefit from lounge service for coffee or a dram

Review 100：Relaxed friendly atmosphere

Review 101：Beautiful setting, rooms, and very accommodating owners!

Review 102：Lovely guest house set in lovely peaceful location, great breakfast and the room and bathroom were amazing.

Review 103：First class, exceptional staff and service and the most beautiful place to stay.

Review 104：Would have liked an evening meal!

Review 105：Marvelous hosts , couldn't do enough for us. Excellent breakfasts, fabulous rooms.9

Review 106：Very Comfortable, well maintained. very friendly and accommodating staff.

Review 107：Just simply the best. Enough said

Review 108：Nothing!

Review 109：The service - far exceeded our expectations. Lovely hotel and a great breakfast.