Balmaha Lodges and Apartments, Balmaha Lodges and Apartments, Balmaha (2026)

02/10/2026

Kestrel Apartment | Progress in Motion

Behind the scenes at Balmaha Lodges, change is well and truly underway.

We know Kestrel hasn't been at the standard you deserve over the past couple of years while we’ve been away and we're facing that head on. No excuses, just action.

Check out the before and after pictures and you will see the difference for yourself. Those old burgundy sofas are now a thing of the past and what a difference it makes. There's still a few finishing touches to complete before she's back to her very best, but the transformation is happening and it is exciting to see. Every update brings us closer to restoring Kestrel to the top of its game….. where it belongs.

Thank you for your patience and continued support. The best is yet to come and we can’t wait to welcome you back.

01/10/2026

CABIN FEVER (THE GOOD KIND!)
Loch, Stock & Two Cosy Nights…

Your best autumn yet starts here.

You know the feeling. The first morning you need a jacket. The smell of leaves after rain. The light turning gold by four o'clock and the sudden urge to be somewhere quiet, somewhere warm, somewhere that is not your own four walls.

Autumn does that to people. It slows you down. It makes you want to hold on to something special.

Maybe it’s the walks. Maybe it’s the stillness of the Loch. Maybe it is the chance to finally stop, put your phone down, and remember what it feels like to do nothing at all.

Some seasons pass you by. Autumn shouldn’t be one of them.

And there is nowhere better to spend it than Loch Lomond, when the trees turn amber and the air turns crisp and the whole place feels like it was made for this time of year.

Switch off the notifications and slow right down at Balmaha Lodges.

The choice is yours.

Leave the inbox behind and properly unwind, or make the most of our amazing WiFi if you fancy a lazy day with a boxset. Some guests go full digital detox! Others bring the laptop and pretend they won't open it. Either way, you’re off the clock.

Two ways to spend your days.
Work up a sweat exploring the trails around Loch Lomond.
Or do the opposite and lose an afternoon in a good book.

2 nights. Zero stress. Maximum cosy.

This offer is available by calling us direct only. It’s not available online or through any third party agents. A minimum of two nights applies.

Limited autumn dates available.
Call us direct to book. Tel 01360 870 052.

Tag the person you would happily cosy up with this autumn. Share the autumn love!

T&Cs apply. Subject to availability.

27/09/2026

You'll feel it before you see it.

Maybe forever isn’t counted in years, maybe it’s measured by the moments that change your soul….

The way the water holds the light. The way the hills wrap around you like they've been waiting. The way the quiet doesn't feel empty. It feels full.

You've spent so long being strong. Being needed. Being the one who holds everything together. And somewhere along the way, you forgot what it felt like to be held yourself.

Balmaha remembers.

Loch Lomond doesn't ask you to be anything. It doesn't care what you've achieved or what you're carrying. It just sits there, patient and soft, and loves you the way you've always needed to be loved. Quietly. Without condition. Without asking for anything in return.

The water will hold the light. The hills will hold you. And for the first time in longer than you can remember, you'll feel it.

Loved. Fully. Softly. Like you belong somewhere.

Come home to the loch.

📍 Balmaha Lodges & Apartments, Loch Lomond
🔗 www.balmahalodges.com

14/09/2026

Big changes at Golden Eagle!

We've been hard at work upgrading the grounds and hot tub area, and we're excited to finally share what's been going on.

The decked area has been completely rebuilt, and that means everything, not just the planks. All the joists have been replaced too, so it's a proper job from the ground up. We've also installed fencing to fully enclose it, which means our dog-friendly apartment is now properly dog-friendly. Planters and flower beds are going in as well - the space was crying out for some greenery.

We listened to your feedback about the hot tub area and acted on it. We even upgraded the hot tub too! The extended decking has been removed and a new seating area is being created to the side of the hot tub, with the whole space now enclosed.

Still to come, the gazebo will be getting a makeover along with the internal side of the lodge as we head towards the winter months.

Thanks for all the feedback and support. More updates soon.

31/08/2026

We know a lot of you are booking stays at Balmaha Lodges and Apartments to celebrate something special. Anniversaries. Birthdays. Engagements. Or just a weekend away that deserves a bit of extra effort.

So we have teamed up with D-Lights to make those arrivals something people actually remember.

D-Lights are a professional lighting company based in Port Glasgow who specialise in setting up decorative light displays for all kinds of occasions. They create everything from romantic candlelight style setups with LED flicker lights to colourful festoon and fairy light arrangements that transform a space. Their work is clean, reliable, and designed to be left safely in place while you enjoy your stay.

They have a selection of standard packages that are ready to go and perfect for most celebrations. If you have something more specific in mind they are also happy to discuss bespoke tailored options, though they do ask for a reasonable amount of notice to put those together.

D-Lights handle everything from the initial enquiry right through to the setup on the day. They are your first and only point of contact for booking. You can reach them directly through their page or give them a call. Once you have confirmed your package with them they will coordinate directly with us to make sure everything is in place before you arrive.

So if you are planning a stay with us and want to add a special bit of magic to your stay, get in touch with Donna at D-Lights. They will take it from there.

And if you know someone who would love this, tag them below.

24/08/2026

Most of you will know we've had Raven and Nightingale Apartments off the books since we returned while we get to work on a lot of areas of the site. Kenny's been cracking on with the upgrades in both accommodations and the place is starting to look night and day.

And some more news – James officially starts with us on the grounds tomorrow. He's coming on board to get the gardens back to where they used to be (and beyond, hopefully). Won't lie though, it's going to take him a little while as there’s some work ahead, but we're all pulling together now and moving in a brand new direction as a team. He's extra keen to get stuck in and we're chuffed to have him on board.

Flower beds going in, grass getting sorted, grass edges looking proper and sharp again. Fruit trees going in the ground, pruning all the overgrown stuff that's been needing done for years. It's a big job but we're getting there.

We wanted to share some of this even though both apartments aren't ready to let yet. We’re not opening them back up until we've got them just right. Partly because we're excited, but mostly because we want you to see we're not just carrying out a quick patch job.

Eventually we’ll be taking the site in a completely new direction. No going back to how we first ran things all those years ago before we moved on. Times change, places need to change with them, and this is just a taster of what's coming.

Loads more to show you yet. Bear with us and watch great changes unfold.

09/08/2026

A Very Special Welcome Back!

We are thrilled to announce that Charlotte has returned from maternity leave and stepped into her new role as Facilities Manager here at Balmaha Lodges & Apartments.

Charlotte, we are so proud to have you back. Your journey with us has been nothing short of incredible, and the resilience you have shown, both personally and professionally, is truly inspiring. Since day one, your eye for detail has been second to none, and we knew from the moment you walked back through our doors that you were ready to take on this exciting new chapter.

And Charlotte....... you have not disappointed.

Since your return, Colin and I have been absolutely blown away by your attention to every last detail. From the way you have already begun fine-tuning our housekeeping standards to your vision for the hot tub areas and apartment spaces, your passion and dedication are shining through in everything you do. It is clear that you have hit the ground running, and we could not be more excited (and proud) about what lies ahead.

Under Charlottes guidance, the Housekeeping Department and our entire site will go from strength to strength. Charlotte will guide Lesley and her Housekeeping team to ensure that every guest experience is nothing short of exceptional, and she will report directly to our General Manager, Josephine.

Together, Charlotte and Josephine will drive Balmaha Lodges & Apartments forward into this exciting new era. Colin and I returned to Balmaha with a vision to create something truly magical again, and with Charlotte back in the fold, leading with such passion and precision, we know the best is yet to come.

Welcome back, Charlotte. We are so excited to have you back with us and leading the way forward.

03/08/2026

Right then. Big news.

Work has finally kicked off on Raven Loch View and Nightingale. And that doesn't mean a quick freshen up. That means stripped back to absolutely nothing. Bare shell. Walls gone. Floors up. Everything out. Its properly happening.

Sheldon and his boys are in there now and honestly theyre flying through it. Gave him some rough scribbles on paper honestly, it looked like a toddler had been let loose with a biro and he came back with proper designs that actually look incredible. The man doesnt cut corners. At all. His team are rapid. Josephine keeps calling them wizards and Sheldon loves it you can see him puff up a bit every time she says it. Bless him.

The hot tub is gone.

Just the one. It was Ravens. Nightingale never had one to begin with. But that one Raven had? Gone. Finished. No more.

No more chemical balancing. No more cover that weighs a ton when its wet. No more midges treating it like a free buffet. No more guests asking if its heated yet ten minutes after theyve arrived. Just done. Gone. And honestly? Probably for the best.

But heres the thing about Raven.

Its going to be the best on site. And were not just saying that.

The kitchen? Biggest one on site. Proper kitchen. The kind you actually want to cook in. Space to move. Space to breathe. Space to actually enjoy making something instead of elbowing the person next to you every time you reach for a pan. If you cant find the butter in Raven, its your own fault.

The view? That balcony. That stretch of water right in front of you. Uninterrupted. Breathtaking. The kind of view you dont get tired of. Morning coffee. Evening glass of something. Just you and that water stretching out to the hills beyond. Best loch view on site. No question. Youll probably end up just standing there staring at it like a goldfish.

The interior design? Best on site. Sheldon has outdone himself. Modern. Warm. Stylish. The kind of place you see online and immediately want to book. Every finish, every surface, every detail has been thought about. Even the bits you wont notice. Especially the bits you wont notice. Thats the point.

Raven is the flagship. The one everything else will be measured against. No pressure then.

Raven is going pet free as well. Completely. So its just peace, quiet, and that loch. No distractions. No dog hair. No barking at squirrels at 6am. Just the water and the sky and maybe the odd seagull that thinks it owns the place.

Nightingale though? Nightingale is for the dog lovers. Muddy paws, wet noses, the lot. Bring them all. Never had a hot tub, doesnt need one. But Nightingale doesnt have that same uninterrupted loch view thats Ravens thing. Thats what makes it special.

Behind the scenes is absolute chaos.

Colin keeps moving things. Files. Keys. Random stuff that nobody else can find. Then forgets where he put them. So Josephine thinks shes going mad. She introduced herself to one of the builders three times yesterday. Tried to open the front door with her car keys. Picked up the card machine and said hello into it like it was a phone. Lost the cupboard keys twice in one morning. Same cupboard. Twice.

Just make more coffee and let them get on with it. Its all you can do.

Colin has now labelled the kettle "PRINTER" and the printer "KETTLE" which is quite funny until you actually want a brew and end up staring at a photocopier wondering why nothings happening. There are mugs everywhere. No tea. Absolute anarchy.

Theyre a nightmare together but honestly? They walked into a site that had just been coasting for years. Letting things slide. Getting comfortable with average. What theyve tried to do since then... dont know how theyre still standing. They laugh through it because the alternative is crying into their mugs. And theres usually a mug nearby. Even if its labelled "PRINTER."

These two apartments are the start.

If we get these right, everything else follows. Raven is the blueprint. The standard. The one that raises the bar for the whole site. Biggest kitchen. Best view. Best design. Pet free. No hot tub. Just pure, honest luxury.

Cant wait to show everyone. Honestly. Its going to be something special.

Sheldon deserves a medal. Colin and Josephine deserve a holiday. And everyone deserves a coffee.

Come along for the ride. Its going to be chaos but its going to be brilliant. And probably quite dusty. Apologies in advance for that.

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12/07/2026

So here she is! The newest member of the Balmaha family has officially arrived.

Everyone meet Freigha. She is already stealing the show and making her big sister Emileigh look like a total pro. Honestly, we are buzzing to see these two take on the world together.

Charlotte you legend. You have done it and we could not be more made up for you.

Welcome to this mad roller coaster called life kid, you have got one hell of a crew behind you!

Drop a comment and show Charlotte and her family some love. They are going to need all the caffeine, the company, and the good vibes in the weeks ahead. Let us fill those comments up.

09/07/2026

First summer since we’ve returned. First guests. First to book.

The Greenfinch Moddpod is brand new. Never slept in by our guests. Never had coffee on the deck. Never been the start of someone's Balmaha story. That changes now. With you.

This is the one couples have been waiting for. No tartan. No hot tub. No tired old lodge vibes. Just a sharp, modern space with a bed that actually delivers and a location that puts you right in the middle of everything that matters.

Conic Hill. Devils Pulpit. Inchcailloch. Millorachy Bay. All minutes away. All waiting.

The view is outside. On the trails. On the water. On the hills. This pod is your base. Your retreat. Your quiet corner after a day spent in one of the most beautiful parts of Scotland.

Summer is peaking. The pod is brand new. The dates are going fast. And the best rate is not online yet. Only for people who call us direct.

Click here to view Greenfinch
https://www.balmahalodges.com/lodges/greenfinch-moddpod/

01360 870052

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