Distant Hills Guest House

Roy Bridge Road, Spean Bridge, PH34 4EU, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>244</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
244 reviews

The owners, Dani and Cameron were so kind and welcoming and full of great information of things to do in their area and restaurants to go to. Appreciated the heads up regarding reserving restaurants in advance for dinner.  The breakfasts  were superb, one morning was the pancakes with berries, and the next morning was a Scottish breakfast. Nice to have a living room to relax in in the evening and meet and chat with the other guests. We loved our time there, and would definitely return. 

Michael United States of America
a counter with a mirror and a bunch of bottles on it at Distant Hills Guest House in Spean Bridge
a living room with leather furniture and a fireplace at Distant Hills Guest House in Spean Bridge
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Distant Hills Guest House

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Distant Hills is a modern couple-run guest house providing a good quality Bed and Breakfast service. Spean Bridge is set among beautiful mountain scenery and is a great location for day trips to Ben Nevis, Loch Ness and the Isle of Skye. Distant Hills Guest House provides stylish accommodations in a spacious bungalow. There is also a beautiful garden for you to enjoy and a lounge, as well as free WiFi and parking. Guests will also find a bar selling local craft beers and a selection of wines, spirits and mixers. On the outskirts of Spean Bridge, near Fort William, Distant Hills Guest House provides an ideal base from which to explore the natural beauty of the Highlands. In the surroundings you can enjoy walking, hiking and bird-watching. Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis, is also nearby.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 king bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
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  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    “The owners, Dani and Cameron were so kind and welcoming and full of great information of things to do in their area and restaurants to go to. Appreciated the heads up regarding reserving restaurants in advance for dinner.  The breakfasts  were...”
  • Edward
    United States of America United States of America
    “Wonderful stay in every respect. Very grateful for the ride from Gairlochy!”
  • Edward
    United States of America United States of America
    “Great Scottish breakfast or other breakfast type you wanted and accommodated our needs really well.”

Hosted by Cameron & Dani

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Host Review Score
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Cameron & Dani
Our aim is to provide you with everything you need to enjoy a superb stay and to make the most of your time in the Scottish Highlands. From the minute you arrive, we'll take care of your essential needs starting with plenty of off-road parking and a warm and genuine welcome. For our thirsty travellers, we have our own bar stocked with local craft beers and a small selection of spirits, wines, whiskies and mixers. Our large comfortable lounge and beautiful gardens provide a fabulous space to relax and unwind and new for 2022, we will have a fabulous, brand-new hot tub, so remember to pack your swimwear! Our bedrooms are extremely well appointed offering a comfortable night's sleep, plenty of hot water and excellent wifi. We also provide complimentary tea and coffee, luxury toiletries, hairdryers and soft fluffy towels as well as quality bed linen. For your breakfast we source local produce, providing various options of freshly cooked hot food and our buffet with fresh fruit, various cereals, fruit juices, jams, tea and coffee etc. Cameron's homemade pancakes are a particular favourite with our guests. We also have e-bikes for guest hire, bike storage, tools and a drying room.
We (Dani and Cameron) took over Distant Hills in July 2019 having spent the previous 5 years working as chalet hosts, ski and walking guides in Switzerland, Italy, Austria and the USA. We have also both served in the Royal Air Force for a number of years which may explain our high standards of cleanliness but we are a very relaxed couple.. We love to travel and are keen walkers, skiers, mountain bikers and generally anything outdoors. When we are not working in the guest house, we are usually out and about exploring the local and surrounding areas and then sharing photos and stories on our Distant Hills Guest House Facebook page. We love nothing more than sharing our knowledge of the area and all the fabulous things to see and do with our guests. We are happy for you to contact us before your stay if you have any questions about places to visit or particular interests you may have and we have a selection of guidebooks and maps to borrow during your stay. We also love languages and thoroughly enjoy listening to the vibrant buzz of different languages being spoken at breakfast time and even having a go ourselves! We love people and we love what we do! Our home is your home!
Spean Bridge is a small rural village with a convenience store, post office and a couple of very good gift shops. There are two excellent restaurants within the village, two pubs and a cafe. We recommend guests book ahead during the busy summer period. There are more excellent restaurants a short drive away as well as in the nearby town of Fort William, which also has a number of shops, supermarkets, a small museum and a cinema. Spean Bridge a great central location for day trips to the Big 3 of the West Highlands - Ben Nevis, Loch Ness, and the Isle of Skye . Other areas easily explored from Distant Hills are Fort William, Glencoe, Aviemore, Oban and Inverness and we can recommend itineraries tailored to your interests. Another hugely popular attraction is the Jacobite steam train and the Glenfinnan Viaduct, also known as the 'Harry Potter bridge'. Tickets for the Jacobite steam train are booked up months in advance with a limited number being released on the day. Surrounded by forests, lochs, glens, hills and mountains, Spean Bridge also makes the perfect base for hiking, biking, swimming, kayaking and skiing in the winter. We can make recommendations for all abilities.
Languages spoken: German,English

Area info

Amenities of Distant Hills Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Hot tub
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Packed lunches
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Spa
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Check-out

From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo Cash Distant Hills Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

If you plan to arrive outside of the stated check-in period, you must contact the guest house in advance.

Please inform Distant Hills Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

This property indicated that it doesn't require a short-term rental license or registration

FAQs about Distant Hills Guest House

  • The prices at Distant Hills Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Distant Hills Guest House is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Room options at Distant Hills Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Distant Hills Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Bicycle rental

  • Distant Hills Guest House is 1,950 feet from the center of Spean Bridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Distant Hills Guest House on this page.