October 2023 by Jennifer015
Stayed for one night with my mother at Smiddy House. The service by Emma & Craig (And not forgetting the gorgeous Annie) was impeccable. They looked after us very well. The room was perfect - very clean and comfortable bed which is always a bonus after a long drive. The breakfast was excellent. We wish Emma & Craig lots of success with their new adventure, they deserve it as they are such lovely people. Thank you.
October 2023 by Maureen O'Donnell
My friend and I enjoyed an extremely pleasant stay (end of Sept 2023) at Smiddy House which we both highly recommend. Emma (the co-owner with her husband) was incredibly warm, welcoming and attentive paying notice to the smallest of details. We were drenched from our first day of walking on a 7 day walking trip and she took all of our wet shoes and bags to a warming room to help dry them and likely saved my friend's Gortex hikers (which would have been a real issue given it was day one.) There was lovely linen on the beds, good temp control in the room, lots of warm shower water, lovely products, nice relaxation around the fire in the sitting room and a delish breakfast. We were truly impressed at the lovely and gracious stay we had. Thank you so much Emma! You have a lovely place!
October 2023 by Ben
A great place to use as a base for climbing Ben Nevis, much better than an overpriced chain hotel in Fort William. It's only 15 mins drive down a single road. The hosts are laid back and very welcoming, and even booked a table at a nearby restaurant for us. This was lovely and I'd highly recommend it (The Whispering Pine Lodge). We stayed in the petite double which was small but comfortable. There's also a bar area downstairs perfect for resting with a drink after a long day walking.
October 2023 by Mitch Clements
My wife and I enjoyed our stay here and highly recommend it to anyone considering staying. The owners are very friendly and welcoming. Their dog is very cute, and friendly. The breakfast was prompt and delicious!
September 2023 by rachellP4826TV
When we arrived at Smiddy House we had the most warm and friendly welcome from Craig, Emma and Annie the staffy. The whole house has a lovely homely feel. The rooms are lovely and clean with a good range of complimentary teas and coffees and the biscuits and fudge were much appreciated and a very comfortable bed. There is a small bar with a good range of drinks. The breakfast is fabulous and plentiful. There is plenty off road parking at the rear. Smiddy House is a good base for exploring Ben Nevis and the surrounding area. We would strongly recommend a stay here.
September 2023 by sharon bryant
Very pleasant stay. Owners are very friendly and welcoming. Nice breakfast. Stayed in the petite room. Very clean & nicely decorated. Enough space to move about. The standard double bed was too small for two adults so we didn?t sleep well. a large double would be more comfortable.
September 2023 by GC S
The owners have put so much love into the guesthouse and it shows, from the tasteful and relaxing decor to the tasty food. Between the three of us we had everything on the breakfast menu and enjoyed all our choices. Exceptionally nice black pudding and mushrooms.We've had a warm welcome and really enjoyed our stay. Also the only place we have stayed along the Great Glen Way that put our bags in our room for us, that was a nice touch! The fudge that was left as a sweet treat alongside the room's tea station was wonderful.Location wise it is worth noting that it's a small trek from Gairlochy if you're hiking the Great Glen, but the owners kindly offered a shuttle service which makes it super convenient. (A lot more dinner options around Smiddy House than in Gairlochy and it is a scenic short drive)Rooms: The owner has amazing taste and puts a lot of love and style into the design of each room
September 2023 by Jacob Hamann
Our stay at Smiddy house was absolutely incredible.We had hiked 20 km that day and was welcomed by the most heart warming and sincere hosts in Craig and Emma, and of course their dog Annie.The rooms were the cleanest and nicest of our entire trip, and the location was smack dab in the middle of Spean Bridge.Can recommend for both a short stay, or a longer stay to enjoy all the activities the highlands offer.Spean Bridge also offer shopping and dining opportunites which Smiddy House is very close to.
August 2023 by nataliefC9684PW
Thank you thank you thank you to Emma and Craig who made our stay in their cottage out behind the Smiddy House one of a kind! Emma and Craig were friendly and personable, offering us an extra hand and even a ride to the Great Glen Way trailhead. Delicious breakfast and even a small bar kept us satiated during our stay. Recommend recommend recommend!
August 2023 by lab0rv
We had a great time at the smiddy house, the room was excellent and very cozy, great details. the staff was kind and friendly. There is a beautiful forest path just 5 min walk from the house. Good breakfast with cozy fireplace. Super reccomend!!!
August 2023 by EdithO_12
Light in toilet downstairs does not turn on - that appears to have to be arranged by the owners with a button that they can only operate. Breakfast is only from 8-9; That is really not allowed (on Sunday!) later / longer! Breakfast is good and especially delicious fresh fruit. It is put down and removed with such speed that it feels unpleasant. Charging electricity appears to be a 'point' in connection with fall risk / insurance, so that it can stay at 1 charge. When we drive away today, we are asked if we want fresh towels. No, you don't have to. When you return home, there is a toilet roll, bowl with bags for tea / coffee in front of the door. So no one has been inside for cleaning? Bed is good. Room looks good. Possibly due to the good maintenance of the previous owner? We booked in in february - and now the magemant was changed - and there is no restaurant anymore. A pity! That seemed to be very good? The owners now have been doing this B&B since the spring - but they still have a lot to learn!!! And... keep track of maintenance. And working on more hospitality.
July 2023 by 614tracyw
Starting our Scottish tour at Smiddy Hiuse has set the bar very high. Emma and Craig could not have been more hospitable with a bar full of great wines and whisky. Our room was lovley, clean and modern. The breakfasts are homemade and delicious.
July 2023 by Alevtina Amchislavskaia
Fabulous room - so cozy, so clean, very comfortable bed, very cute! amazing and very friendly + hospitable family (+dog?) that own the place, breakfast was everything that we asked for the previous night - loved the vibe of the placeThanks for the amazing stay!
June 2023 by Getaway36353798544
Craig and Emma, the owners, were welcoming and very helpful. The rooms were clean, and the décor was lovely. Even though our rooms overlooked the main road, it was quiet at night. The breakfast was very good and cooked to order. There was also cereal available. I wish our schedule would have allowed us to stay one more night!
June 2023 by lornacQ1956MR
Very warm welcome as soon as we arrived, owners superb people. We had ordered a small double room with breakfast. The room was exactly as stated but very modern and some lovely touches. The owners have thought about what a guest might need in a stay. The shower room had a decent size shower cubicle with higher end toiletries on hand. The cooked breakfast was delicious. We would definitely return if in the area.
