I was the "blushing bride" from the previous review. I had been coming to Balmory for several years when it was under different ownership. I was therefore mildly anxious about using it for accomodation for friends and family attending my wedding. It was going to be a hard act to follow as the previous owners were the best. I have to say the new owners did not let us down. It was a subtly different style but as good in its own way. We were their first guests, ever, and if they follow the same pattern I'm sure they will also generate loyal customers who return year on year. I couldn't have asked for a better wedding and all at Balmory certainly contributed to that.

We stayed here very recently as part of a party of 16 going to a wedding on the island. Apart from the blushing bride, none of us had been to Bute before. Although the sun miraculously shone for a few hours of the wedding at Mount Stuart, it is fair to say that the rest of the weekend stay was shrouded in rain and mist. However, nothing could have been warmer than the welcome we received from the new owners, John and Yvonne. Delicious home made cake on the Friday arrival and hearty breakfasts Sat and Sun, were only part of it. Some of the spacious rooms have self catering amenities.They were lovely, chatty, welcoming and accommodating people. The house is beautifully restored with period fittings, modern paintings, and a stunning vista. The sumptuous furnishings, clean beyond clean interior and quality bedding were high end luxe. I am sure that people will quote the so called celebrities that stayed there when Stella Mc Cartney married on the island, but really that is irrelevant ,as what was important to us was that our friend,( the bride), and her family and friends, were treated as if we were their new best friends. Yes, this is an expensive place for what is essentially a B and B, but it is definitely not ordinary B and B and it is well worth it. Incidentally, the reception was in Kingarth Hotel. They were really friendly and the food was impressively good. Those that stayed there however, while appreciating the price, were very jealous of our luxury. We met the previous owners of Balmory at the reception who were very happily retired, full of future plans and also very positive about the new owners. All in all a stupendous place to stay.

Despite the solid reviews, very little prepared us for the fabulous welcome, hospitality and opulence at Balmory Hall; it was that good. Balmory Hall itself is an impressive 19th century building lovingly restored by Beryl and Tony, and most importantly, no expense has clearly been spared keeping it immaculate and updated and you cannot fail to be impressed by the amazing period features, from the guilded pelmets and cornicing to the alabaster pillars in the grand entrance. The views from the drawing room are to die for. Most importantly though, Beryl and Tony were amazing hosts and couldn't do enough for us, from the wonderful home cooking (Beryl is a great home-baker!) to the warmth and attention to detail in their hospitality. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

As all the previous comments say, this b and b/hotel is an absolute gem. We arrived fairly late in the evening and the welcome was wonderful. We stayed in the largest room with a roll top bath looking over the sea and the most comfortable bed. For us, it was the small touches that made the greatest difference: the filter coffee and cafetiere on the tea and coffee tray in the room (what 5* hotel offers that?), the music playing on our arrival, the towels and robes. The sheer ambience and indulgence that Beryl and Tony have created is outstanding. They are 2 lovely hosts and 2 lovely people. They were BORN to own a hotel! Myself and my partner had such a lovely and relaxing weekend. We took our bikes over to Bute and explored the island and then came back to homemade cake in our room. Bliss. Go and stay at Balmory. I assure you that you won't be disappointed. Oh, and the breakfasts? Amazing!!!!