The Ben Cruachan House is a spectacular B&B! Jackie, the owner, is both accommodating and friendly. She is a fantastic cook and breakfast was always perfect. We loved our stay! We feel like she is our new best friend!
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Reviewed Jul 17, 2019via mobile
Our 3 night stay was perfect! Our room was very comfortable and quiet. The sherry was a delightful (and delicious) added touch. Jackie was the most gracious and helpful host. She helped us with cabs, directions, and restaurant recommendations. As if that’s not enough, the breakfasts were DELICIOUS! Several choices to choose from and between the 4 of us I think we tried them all. She set a high standard for our first stay on a 3 week trip that couldn’t be beaten.
Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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jackie h, Owner at Ben Cruachan Guest House, responded to this review
Responded Jul 22, 2019
Thank you Mary !! So pleased you enjoyed your stay here at Ben C and it was great to meet all of you ... you were wonderful guests ! Wishing you all the best , Jackie x x x x
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22janicet
New Braunfels, Texas
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Date of stay: July 2019
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jackie h, Owner at Ben Cruachan Guest House, responded to this reviewResponded July 12, 2019
JT ... it was so great to meet you all and you were lovely guests ... didn't want you to leave and wish I was coming with you! You really enjoyed Edinburgh and hope you have a great time travelling around Scotland.
My best wishes always ... Jackie x x
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weeble69Sunderland
Durham, United Kingdom
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Booked a stay at Ben Cruachan and are over the moon, arrived early and was greeted by Jackie the owner. We stayed in room 5, which is amazing, as I said perfect in every way. Room is bright and a nice size, bathroom is spacious and has everything you could need. A short walk to the Royal mile shopping centre, perfect. Next morning went for breakfast and again everything you would expect from a 5 star establishment. If you are interested in booking don’t hesitate.
Date of stay: July 2019
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jackie h, Owner at Ben Cruachan Guest House, responded to this reviewResponded July 8, 2019
Thank you for this great review and I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay here. It was a pleasure to meet you and V and have a lovely chat over breakfast. Hope you enjoyed the remainder of your trip around Scotland. My best wishes, Jackie x x
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JC W
Saint Charles, Missouri
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My wife and I stayed here our first night in Scotland. What a lovely guesthouse. It was nice that it was close to the bus stop that we took from the airport. The room was very comfortable. The host was very nice. We walked to city center from here as it is not very far. We would stay here again if we get back to Edinburgh. Thanks you for a wonderful stay.
Date of stay: June 2019
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jackie h, Owner at Ben Cruachan Guest House, responded to this reviewResponded June 22, 2019
Thank you for your lovely comments and glad you had a wonderful stay here at Ben Cruachan ! We hope to see you on your next visit. Best wishes, Jackie x
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Scott S
Hartselle, Alabama
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My wife and I stayed at the Ben Cruachan Guest House for two nights during our trip to Scotland in June. We found the house to be a great base for visiting Edinburgh. The house's location allows you to walk to many great attractions. We walked to Calton Hill on the first night we were there. It was a short 10-15 minute walk. We walked to Edinburgh Castle, the National Museum of Scotland, Grassmarket, the Royal Mile, and the Royal Botanic Gardens on our second day. While there are some pretty good hills and we aren't afraid of a walk, it really wasn't very difficult. There are many restaurants within walking distance. Being able to walk to interesting places is a good thing because of the one negative about the location. Parking can be difficult. Fortunately we were there on a weekend and you can park in the permitted spots with no trouble on Friday after 6 (I think) and all day Saturday and Sunday. We found a spot on the street directly across from the house.
The house itself was great. Our host was kind and engaging. The room was comfortable and well sized. The bathroom was excellent. The shower was very large. Breakfast was outstanding.
I definitely recommend this house as a base for visiting Edinburgh.
Room tip: We had a room on the bottom floor. It was one floor below street entrance level. There was a garden outside. It was very quiet.
Date of stay: June 2019
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jackie h, Owner at Ben Cruachan Guest House, responded to this reviewResponded June 20, 2019
Thank you, Scott, for this excellent informative review and great recommendation ! I agree, we are in a great location and you certainly made the most of that. I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay here and it was a pleasure to have you both. I hope you've settled in back in 'sweet home Alabama' . My best wishes, Jackie. X X
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Katie J
Sydney, Australia
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Found this lovely Bed and Breakfast Guest House to be outstanding. It is centrally located and our hostess, Jacqui, was friendly, and extremely helpful. Our room was spotlessly clean, tastefully furnished and very comfortable. Breakfasts were absolutely delicious, providing everything you could possibly wish for! We highly recommend Ben Cruachan as a guest house that is like a home away from home. Thank you, Jacqui, for your wonderful hospitality!
Room tip: All rooms seem great
Date of stay: June 2019
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jackie h, Owner at Ben Cruachan Guest House, responded to this reviewResponded June 17, 2019
Thank you Kath for this wonderful review !! I'm so pleased your stay was everything you wanted ... it was my pleasure and so lovely to have you and John here ! I hope you are having a fabulous time on the next leg of your trip (so jealous !!) My best wishes to you both. Jackie x x
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