Rufflets Woodland Suites

• Sleeps: 2 or 4
• Bedroom: 1
• Bathroom: 1
• Minimum stay: 1-2 nights

Rufflets is no ordinary retreat. Originally built in 1924 as a private St. Andrews home, the grand, turreted mansion became one of Scotland’s first – and finest – country house hotels.

Today’s guests can expect the wonderfully warm welcome Rufflets is known for, as well as ample opportunity to explore the hotel’s 10 acres of beautiful gardens, which have been carefully curated to savour, nourish, and heal.

The Woodland Suites are perfect for couples and families in search of an even greater connection with nature. Tucked away within the hotel’s leafy, tranquil grounds, each luxury shepherd’s hut boasts sumptuous delights that include a free-standing copper bath (outdoor in the family suites), a stargazing skylight, and a private, scenic sun deck.

Each Woodland Suite is also dog-friendly, with four-legged guests treated to their very own welcome pack – so your best friend will also get to enjoy a well-deserved break!

Perfect for romantic getaways, the couples’ suites each sleep two guests in a cosy double bed, while the family-sized suites include a second, convenient fold-away double. Whichever you choose, the glorious blend of rustic comfort and soothing design elements, including patterned wallpaper and butter-soft cushions, will feel like home.

Each suite is fully self-contained, with a shower room for freshening up and a kitchenette for relaxed meal preparation – though many guests can’t resist the hearty Scottish breakfast served in the hotel’s restaurant each morning!

Eager to learn more about the home-grown produce that guides the restaurant’s mouth-watering menus? You’re very welcome to take a tour of the fragrant kitchen garden with the Head Gardener, perhaps with a guided visit to the chicken coop and run. Oh, and if you’re feeling inspired to create your own vegetable patch after your stay, simply join a Gardening Masterclass and return home armed with all the right knowledge!

At a glance

• A collection of luxury shepherd’s huts for couples and families, tucked away within the 10-acre grounds of a historic country house hotel in St. Andrews.
• Each suite sleeps 2 or 4 guests, and is dog-friendly.
• Private self-contained suite facilities include a shower room and a kitchenette.
• All suites feature a free-standing in or outdoor copper bath.
• A full Scottish breakfast is provided in the hotel’s restaurant, just a few steps away.
• The Rufflets Dining Room serves lunch and dinner, there are cosy lounges for relaxing with afternoon tea, and a fully-licenced 1924 Bar.
• Guests are welcome to explore the hotel’s diverse, beautiful gardens, with guided tours and masterclasses available.
• There is plenty to see and do in the local area, including beaches, watersports, golf, and culture.

Features

• Dog Friendly
• Family Friendly

More information

What else? Take your dog for a stroll through those diverse, mesmerising gardens, or simply choose your favourite tree and relax with that book you never find time for at home, against a joyous soundtrack of birdsong and whispering leaves. For those in need of even more zen, the on-site yoga studio, nestled in a tranquil garden corner, will help restore and rejuvenate weary souls.

If you’re in the mood to explore further afield, you’ll soon find plenty to see and do. Golfers will rejoice in St. Andrew’s well-earned reputation as the ‘Home of Golf’, and there are some spectacular beaches to visit – including West Sands, on which thrill-seekers can try their hands at everything from land yachting to paddle-boarding.

Things to note

An additional charge will apply for dogs. Please visit the hotel’s website for information about the other accommodation available on site.