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“A more elegant, beautiful, exquisite house you will
never find; and the extraordinary labour of love that has gone into
achieving this perfection is the stupendous work of Beryl and Tony. Above
all though is the fact that they have created a home anyone visiting. Their
very genuine natural, warm friendliness and hospitality is astonishing –
they make this whole place the incomparable experience that being a guest
here is. We cannot thank or praise enough ….. and the breakfasts!! We shall
return!”
Johannette and Marc, Zutphen, NL, November 2007
“My third visit; the welcome and hospitality are as
warm, the room as comfortable and the breakfast as delicious as ever. Thank
you for a wonderful visit.”
Vicky and Alan Cole, Isle of
Wight, October 2007
“What is so wonderful about staying here is that you
make us feel like you enjoy having people share your lovely home – so we feel
so welcome! Thank you for the best breakfast ever, for slow cooked porridge
and yummy scones – and for a ‘wee’ stay which gladdened our hearts! We’ll
be back.”
Emma and Nick, September 2007
“Once again we have had a wonderful time. Thank you for making the occasion of our
Ruby wedding anniversary such a special time.
See you again soon.”
Howard and Pam Davies, Cheshire, September 2007
“What can I say! Out of this world. Thank you for
making our stay magical and our wedding experience unforgettable – we’ll be
back!”
Gillian and Mathew, September 2007
“If you have a passion for life – the style – the
standards – the manners of an age gone by – prepare to be enchanted as
Beryl and Tony work their magic at Balmory Hall on the magical Isle of Bute. Truly there is no finer place to be in all the
world!”
Gillian and Fred Kieme, Nottingham,
August 2007
“You’ve not only given this wonderful place it’s life
back, you’ve given it it’s heart and sole! Thank you for sharing it – we
look forward to our next visit”.
Simon and Susan
Pringle, Buckinghamshire, August 2007
“The best part of Bute is right here in heaven
(Balmory Hall) and in the local knowledge of Beryl and Tony with many
thanks for advice and the amazing job you do right down to the smallest
detail of matching pink ribbon on the bathroom accessories. By far the best
place we have ever stayed!”
Kim and Steve, Perth,
Western Australia, August
2007
“We have adored every split second of our time at Balmory. Your achievement with the
building is nothing short of sensational! Capping that you add your own
immense personal skills and charisma. A world class combo! Looking forward
enormously to getting back to Balmory.”
Philip and Dorothy Drummond, August 2007
“When you’ve had a special time,
you say you’ll be back soon. You cared for us like valued friends …. We’ll
see you both next June!”
Joan and Jim Carlson, Cheshire, August 2007
“Thank you Tony and Beryl for a wonderful stay, your
house and grounds are beautiful. We look forward to staying with you again.
You have helped make our honeymoon very special – thank you!
Tricia and Jane Maguire, August 2007
“Balmory Hall is a place to remember (and visit
again) a great find. So much to see and enjoy in a great atmosphere. It has
changed our views and we will return. Thank you for a lovely stay, our
first anniversary, so plenty of time
for more.”
Chris and Julie Hempleman, August 2007
“It does not get much better than this!”
George and Jill Cobain, Welwyn Garden
City, August 2007
“A better start to our 25th wedding
anniversary tour of Scotland
we could not have wished for. We should have saved the best for last! In
naval parlance there is a signal which
only Admirals are allowed to make when they are best pleased with
something, however in this instance Balmory Hall and your good selves are
more than entitled to a “Bravo Zulu”! We will be back.”
George and Anne Mitchell, Hants, August 2007
“Excellent! What else can anyone say! This is the
best!”
Steve and Shelley Perkins, Oban, July 2007
“What can we say we’ve had a fantastic time, you have made everything that little bit
more special and magical, Your home is wonderful and we can’t wait to come
back again and again! Thank you for making such a fairy tale wedding.”
Dan and Laura, July 2007
“We have had the most amazing magical weekend on Bute made all the more incredible by Balmory Hall.
Next time we’ll both be fasting
for a week beforehand so that we can make the most of Beryl’s breakfast!”
Debby and Chris, July 2007
“Our daughter having visited last year, gave us a
Golden Wedding present to beat them all! Our stay at Balmory has been
awesome! Many thanks for making this a most memorable occasion.!
Frank and Dorothy Cougan, St
Andrews, July 2007
“Balmory lived up to all our expectations and more!
Thank you for letting us share this relaxing comfortable house, we came as
strangers, left feeling part of the family!”
Elaine and Barry,
England,
July 2007
“We were looking forward to visiting Bute with so much expectation and our hopes have been
excelled – thanks to your wonderfully friendly and welcoming hospitality.
What a fabulous home, a truly unique experience. Can’t wait to repeat it!”
Debra & Robert, June 2007
“Warmest of welcomes – marvellous hospitality and
care – absolutelydelightful in every way – what more could one want”.
Tony, Joy and Beryl, Cheshire, May 2007
“An historic holiday! A time
of joy to find beautiful people who know how to make ANYONE feel at home
and welcome. A total joy to stay with you in your home”.
Andrew Crumpsty, Lancashire,
June 2007
“A very special thank you for a very special
experience. Every thing was just lovely”.
Marcella Johnson,
Florida, USA,
May 2007
“Thank you so much for such an enjoyable few days. You
have made us feel as if we are staying in our own home! It has been a
unique experience!”
Jill, Malcolm and Andrew Lawrence, London, May 2007
“Quite simply a delightful stay in your lovely home.
Breakfasts will never be the same – we will return!”
Christopher and Maggie Power, Hants, May 2007
“Thank you for a wonderful stay. It was like winning
a special and marvellous prize to stay in this lovely home – and to have
the Bute suite too! A real privilege!”
Mia and Russ Bannorman, April 2007
“Such light, such Joy emanates from this house. It
affects everyone who comes here. Thank you both for a splendid holiday, I
do hope to return”.
Barbara Mackenzie, Edinburgh, April 2007
“Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality. We
feel like we have known you such a long time.
The breakfasts are to die for! We will be back!”
Howard & Anita Bennet, Solihull,
April 2007
“As always, you have provided the hospitality and the
base on which we have enjoyed yet another memorable holiday at Balmory!
Here’s to the next time – we
shall return!”
Malcolm & Anne Bell, West
Midlands, April 2007
“Such light, such joy emanating from this house! It
affects everyone who comes here! Thank you both for a splendid holiday – I
do hope to return.”
Barbara Mackenzie, Edinburgh, April 2007
“Thank you for an amazing stay! We had an incredible time in your warm and beautiful home – the best
porridge I have ever had!”
Laetilia & Robert, March 2007
“ Wow!! An absolutely fantastic property, surpassed
only by the wonderful service from our hosts. We felt most welcome and look
forward to our return, many thanks.”
John McKendrick & Gillian, Airdrie, March 2007
“Thank you so much for a wonderful stay. The Bute suite is fabulous – just like the rest of the
house! We thoroughly enjoyed lazing in front of the fire after our coastal
walk! We will always have fond memories of this part of our honeymoon – it
has been wonderful. Thank you for being such gracious hosts.”
Michell & Greg, London, March 2007
“Our first visit here & I am sure we’ll return!
You have a truly spectacular place & thank you so much for a wonderful
stay. You are wonderful hosts and breakfast was superb too!”
Pam & Martin Ashing, Edinburgh, March 2007
“Many thanks for a wonderful weekend; everything was
perfect to the last detail. We have had a fabulous time
& look forward to a return visit”.
Lynne & John Dale, February 2007
“What a wonderful weekend, you have made our stay
such a superb experience, so relaxing and peaceful. Everything was perfect and
we look forward to returning.”
Greg & Liz Hands, February 2007
“An oasis of calm in a hectic world! Thank you both
so very much for such wonderful hospitality.
We have so enjoyed our stay in your magnificent home –
and Beryl your breakfasts are to die for!”
Andrew and Barbara Spybey, February 2007
“Words cannot express how much we appreciated our
stay – absolutely fabulous! Every little detail was perfect! What a
wonderful and memorable 90th birthday celebration for our very
special Ella!”
Anne & Alastair Johnston, February 2007
“Autumnal colours, glowing fires, exquisite house and
breakfasts to die for . . . . It’s
hard to leave!!
Sue and Dick Titterington, November 2006
“Everyone should stay here once in their lifetime! In fact they should stay here as often as
possible!”
Claire Cougan, St Andrews,
October 2006
“For once, wonderful really is the right word.
Staying anywhere else will seem very ordinary! Thank you.
David and Val, October 2006
“Thank you Beryl and Tony for a fantastic stay. We
had a wonderful honeymoon, the house is beautiful; we really enjoyed
sharing your home with you. We have been thoroughly pampered by your kind
hospitality, delicious cakes and breakfasts and cannot wait to come back again.
See you both soon.”
Andrew and Jeelu
Rivers, London, October 2006
“Absolutely overwhelmed with the house; a joy and a
jewel. Thank you both (& Oscar) for a wonderful stay and we hope to be
back – we will spread the word world wide!”
Susan and Douglas Smith, Glasgow, September 2006
“Thank you so much for making our stay memorable. You
have an amazing home and your hospitality is second to none! Our start to
married life could not have been better. You have set a standard that others
will not reach! You made us feel so welcome and part of your family, it has
been our privilege to have shared your home with you – unforgettable!”
Frank and Maxine Taylor, Whitford, September 2006
“Perhaps the
most relaxing stay we have ever had! Many thanks!”
Barrie
& Jane Thomas, Carlisle, September
2006
“Thank you
Tony & Beryl – it was like living in a dream!
Zehra Fazal, Asburn,
VA, USA,
August 2006
“I cannot thank you enough for helping make our
wedding a dream come true! As I told you, I basically live in hotels, and I
can say with confidence that Balmory Hall is the best I have ever stayed
in. Salma and I want to come back many times
to commemorate our wedding.”
Graeme and Salma, Asburn, VA, USA, August 2006
“What a wonderful experience, a real ‘wow’ factor.
Truly the friendliest hosts that I have ever met, no words can express the
pleasure we have had sharing your home. Would love to visit again!”
Sheila Davey, Sydney,
Austrailia, August 2006
“Thank you for sharing a ‘little piece of heaven, I
will be back hopefully sooner rather than later!”
Elaine Blair, July 2006
“Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality
which surpassed all our expectations in every way. We shall certainly be
returning for some more Bamory experiences!”
Adrian
and Susie, Glasgow,
July 2006
“What a splendid place to spend your Wedding
Anniversary. The lodge is idyllic, peaceful and romantic. We will certainly
be back – we have fallen in live with Bute!”
Philip and Carol Lees, Cumbria, July 2006
“We all had a
‘fab’ stay. We really appreciated all of the extra touches of welcome and
hospitality – very uncommon and especially unique! We hope to have another
opportunity to visit you again.”
The Donne Family, Toronto, Canada,
July 2006
“Hospitality at its very best! Wonderful home and
surroundings, a holiday to remember.”
Angela and Alistair, July 2006
“Thank you for making our honeymoon a wonderful
stay.”
Peter and Heather Bojesen, Sweden, July 2006
“I will never forget my stay with you. The warmth of
your welcome and the beauty of your home will be cherished in my memory.”
Margaret, Mayer, Cardiff, June 2006
“A privilege to stay in a beautiful house on a
beautiful island, in beautiful weather!”
Derek and Jean Carter, Cheshire, June 2006
“Thank you for memories of Bute
that we shall treasure forever! Our mini-honeymoon has been truly
wonderful. We look forward to a return visit as soon as possible.”
Paul and Helen Stevenson, June 2006
“This is the most marvellous place, we have had a wonderful
time and we think that Beryl and
Tony should be recognised as ‘National Treasures’!”
Mark and Alison, May 2006
“A remarkable find. Full marks to you both for
achieving a new standard of B&B. a great contribution to tourism in Scotland and Bute
in particular.”
Alma and Leslie Wolfson, Glasgow, May 2006
“A lovely stay in your cosy lodge – you have a
beautiful home and we will be back!”
Andy and Ana, March 2006
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