Title: Auchenheglish Lodges - The Smiddy Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Auchenheglish Lodges - The Smiddy Holiday home with free parking, near Loch Lomond ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26590000/26587100/26587092/dfe74adb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26590000/26587100/26587092/f0d4bfa6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26590000/26587100/26587092/8e693e7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Private kitchen | Stovetop, electric kettle, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26590000/26587100/26587092/1f348740.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26590000/26587100/26587092/4838b26a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Near Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Auchenheglish Lodges - The Smiddy provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home Sleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Auchenheglish Lodges - The Smiddy Holiday home with free parking, near Loch Lomond Free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home features free WiFi, a washing machine and a kitchen with a stovetop. A DVD player, an electric kettle and a hairdryer are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is not available. Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers DVD players and a hairdryer. This accommodation has kitchens with stovetops. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Electric kettle - Hob - Toaster ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1340000/1339968/w1000h746x0y0-e42b0c7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rosslea Hall Hotel Helensburgh - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is professionally cleaned If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Auchenheglish Smiddy Alexandria Auchenheglish Lodges Smiddy Alexandria Auchenheglish Smiddy Auchenheglish Lodges - The Smiddy Alexandria Auchenheglish Lodges Smiddy Auchenheglish Lodges - The Smiddy Alexandria Auchenheglish Lodges - The Smiddy Private vacation home Private vacation home Auchenheglish Lodges - The Smiddy ## About the area Located in Alexandria, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Loch Lomond and Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre and SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium are also worth visiting. [Visit our Alexandria travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria.dx55229) [View more Holiday homes in Alexandria](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Private-Holiday-Homes.d55229-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C56.02090%2C-4.62085&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ahxjc1Oqc2kI66kKMQd-p_wCxMo=) Auchenheglish Lodges, Alexandria, Scotland, G83 8RD ### What's nearby - Duck Bay Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Loch Lomond Shores - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles - SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles - Balloch Castle - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles - Loch Lomond Golf Club - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles ### Getting around - Balloch Station - 3 min drive - Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 34 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Cameron House Lobby Bar - ‬17 min walk - ‪Gateway Centre - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Balloch House - ‬4 min drive - ‪Ernies Plaice - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Auchenheglish Lodges - The Smiddy pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Auchenheglish Lodges - The Smiddy? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Auchenheglish Lodges - The Smiddy? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at Auchenheglish Lodges - The Smiddy? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Auchenheglish Lodges - The Smiddy located? > Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Duck Bay Beach and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Loch Lomond. Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre and Loch Lomond Shores are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Auchenheglish Lodges - The Smiddy Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DANIEL 28 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication Stunning lodge in an ideal location. Loved every minute. Even with the less than ideal weather the stay was brilliant. Will be back again as soon as we can. ##### DANIEL Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### S 26 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication ##### S Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### alan 14 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication Lovely place extremely clean AND wine included in the welcome 😊 Very clean and very good COVID practice. ##### alan Stayed 4 nights in May 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Golden Jubilee Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clydebank-Hotels-Golden-Jubilee-Hotel.h664349.Hotel-Information) > > [Moffat Manor Country Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Moffat-Hotels-Moffat-Manor-Country-Park.h17709438.Hotel-Information) > > [Ardoe House Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberdeen-Hotels-Ardoe-House-Hotel-Spa.h23180.Hotel-Information) > > [Glasgow Westerwood Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Glasgow-Westerwood-Spa-Golf-Resort.h893990.Hotel-Information) > > [Lodge on Loch Lomond Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Lodge-On-Loch-Lomond-Hotel.h1697585.Hotel-Information) > > [Lomond Park Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Lomond-Park-Hotel.h4871119.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Boutique Huntingtower Perth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Perth-Hotels-Leonardo-Boutique-Huntingtower-Perth.h859382.Hotel-Information) > > [Queen of the Loch, Balloch by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Queen-Of-The-Loch-By-Marstons-Inns.h33716771.Hotel-Information) > > [Auchrannie Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Isle-Of-Arran-Hotels-Auchrannie-Resort.h4140916.Hotel-Information) > > [Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Dalmahoy-Hotel-Country-Club.h21999.Hotel-Information) > > [Parklands Hotel & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Parklands-Hotel-Country-Club.h14766742.Hotel-Information) > > [The Kenmore Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberfeldy-Hotels-The-Kenmore-Club.h9234110.Hotel-Information) > > [The Portpatrick Hotel by Compass Hospitality](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stranraer-Hotels-Portpatrick-Hotel.h13430754.Hotel-Information) > > [Loch Lomond Arms Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Loch-Lomond-Arms-Hotel.h15235820.Hotel-Information) > > [Macdonald Crutherland House and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Macdonald-Crutherland-House-And-Spa.h569463.Hotel-Information) > > [Gleddoch Golf & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Glasgow-Hotels-Gleddoch-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h1502522.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tarbet Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arrochar-Hotels-The-Tarbet-Hotel.h13407451.Hotel-Information) > > [Portavadie](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tighnabruaich-Hotels-Portavadie.h11974275.Hotel-Information) > > [Glenisle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Isle-Of-Arran-Hotels-Glenisle-Hotel.h2810774.Hotel-Information) > > [Seamill Hydro Hotel & Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/West-Kilbride-Hotels-Seamill-Hydro-Hotel-Resort.h1818213.Hotel-Information) > > [Bowfield Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnstone-Hotels-Bowfield-Hotel-Country-Club.h1796965.Hotel-Information) > > [The Busby Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-The-Busby-Hotel.h10004759.Hotel-Information) > > [Coylumbridge Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aviemore-Hotels-Coylumbridge-Resort-Hotel.h520458.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh - Queensferry Crossing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunfermline-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Edinburgh-Queensferry-Crossing.h1152983.Hotel-Information) > > [Cromlix](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunblane-Hotels-Cromlix.h1580309.Hotel-Information) > > [Lochside House Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cumnock-Hotels-Lochside-House-Hotel-Spa.h900570.Hotel-Information) > > [The Whispering Pine Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Spean-Bridge-Hotels-The-Whispering-Pine-Lodge.h11119972.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Glasgow East Kilbride by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Glasgow-East-Kilbride.h520428.Hotel-Information)