Here are some FAQs about Balmichael Glamping - if you have any other questions please drop us a line and we will happily help!
What time is check in?
- Check in is from 3pm
- Please inform us of check in time ASAP so we can plan to be around for your arrival
What time is check out?
Where do I check in?
- On arrival, park at the car park (before taking car on site)
- Walk down the path to the courtyard and locate OLD BYRE COTTAGE
- Old Byre Cottage is our home - please knock and we will show you to your accommodation
Can I bring my car on site?
- After checking in, you are welcome to drive to your accommodation to unload
- We will direct you from the car park to avoid non-vehicle zones
- Cars are kept in the car park during your stay
- This allows for a safe site for visiting children & roaming animals
- When checking out, you can bring your car to your accommodation to pack
Is bedding provided?
- Bedding is provided in all accommodations
- We kindly ask for all beds to be stripped on departure
Are towels provided?
- Bath towels are not provided so please make sure you remember these!
- Hand towels, tea towels and shower mats are provided
Glamping Pods - What cooking facilities are provided?
- Microwave, kettle & toaster
- Small air-fryer available to borrow
- 40L cool box (reusable ice packs available)
- Outdoor kitchen for washing up
- BBQ fire pit (wood bags available to buy)
- You are welcome to bring your own camping stove for outside use
Safari Tents - What cooking facilities are provided?
- Microwave & air-fryer
- Kettle & toaster
- 2 pan induction hob (pans provided)
- 70L cool box (reusable ice packs available)
- BBQ fire pit
What toilet and showering facilities are provided?
GLAMPING PODS
- Private outdoor wash hut for convenience next to pod
- Compost toilet, sink & shower
- Communal toilets available in the Courtyard
- Arran Aromatics hand-wash & loo roll
- Hand towel & bath mat
- Please bring own towels
SAFARI TENTS
- Shower room inside tent
- Compost toilet, sink & shower
- Communal toilets available in the Courtyard
- Arran Aromatics hand-wash & loo roll
- Hand towel & bath mat
- Please bring own towels
Does my accommodation have electricity?
- Electricity & sockets (including USB points)
- Electrical costs included in your stay
Is there Wi-Fi?
- Free Wi-Fi provided
- Password located in accommodation
What heating is provided?
GLAMPING PODS
- Electric fan heaters (thermostat controlled)
- Please switch off heating when not in pod
SAFARI TENTS
- Infra-red heating (thermostat controlled)
- Electric blankets on beds
- Small oil-filled radiators
Do you have wood-fired tubs?
GLAMPING PODS
- One wood-fired outdoor tub
- Hire for your group exclusively (£100 for 2 nights)
- Wood provided & demo on how to operate
- Located beyond the pods, by Bodega Pod
SAFARI TENTS
- Wood-fired outdoor tubs included in stay
- Wood store provided
How does a wood-fired tub work?
- Explanation during check in - we can help you get started too!
- Wood-fired tubs operate as big outdoor baths - there are no jets
- Freshly cleaned and re-filled between guests
- Approx. 2hrs to heat up from cold
- During stay, it is up to guests to rinse/refill between use
- Safety disclosure form to sign
What if I forget my essentials?
- The Nook (honesty shop) has some essentials - toothbrushes, shower gels, UHT milk
- Closest shops - Post Office & Harbour Shop in Blackwaterfoot
- Co-ops in Brodick
Do you provide a BBQ area?
- All accommodations have small BBQ fire pit
- Wood can be purchase in The Nook (honesty shop)
- Please do not bring disposable BBQs
Are you dog-friendly?
- Well-behaved dogs welcome for additional charge
- 1 x dog-friendly pod (The Bodega)
- Tents both dog-friendly
- All dogs must be kept on a lead due to livestock
- Dog-stakes provided
- Please bring your own dog bedding
What infant provisions do you have?
- Travel cots will not fit inside the pods
- Guests may bring travel cots for the safari tents
- Please supervise children at all times - extra care should be taken due to hot stoves, fire pits, animals and pond
Do you cater for stag and hen parties?
We do not allow hen, stag or same sex parties unless the party is taking out the full accommodation during their stay. All guests must abide by the rules of Balmichael, including keeping the noise levels respectful for our residents and neighbours.
Is your site accessible for wheelchair users?
Much of our site is on solid ground however all accommodation is accessed via a stony and grassy path in a field. All accommodations have stairs for access.
What public transport is available?
The Isle of Arran can be accessed from three ferry routes, operated by Caledonian MacBrayne:
- Brodick - Ardrossan (55 mins)
- Brodick - Troon (1hr 20 mins)
- Lochranza - Claonaig (25 mins)
Buses are operated by Stagecoach. Tell the driver you want off at Balmichael G;amping and they will drop you at our drive.
Taxis are available but we strongly recommend organising in advance.
What if I need to cancel my stay?
Travel insurance is highly recommended prior to any holiday and is the responsibility of guests to ensure appropriate cover.
Please see our Cancellation Policy within our Terms & Conditions, agreed when bookings are made.
What if the ferry doesn’t sail?
Ferry travel is all part of the island experience; and we know things aren’t always smooth sailing!
Please see our Cancellation Policy within our Terms & Conditions, agreed when booking are made.
