Ailim House Serviced Cottage

City centre guesthouse within walking distance of Old Course at St Andrews

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Ailim House Serviced Cottage offers the perfect retreat near Old Course at St Andrews and St. Andrews Links, with 18 holes of golf, a garden to unwind in, and dry cleaning/laundry services for your convenience. Stay connected with high-speed WiFi and warm up by the fireplace in the lobby.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Reception fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Charcoal grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Sofa bed
  • Kitchen
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television

Why we love this property

Garden in historic centre
Located in the city's historical district, this luxury property boasts a charming garden, creating a serene escape amid urban elegance.
Breakfast included
Full breakfast is offered at this guesthouse. The morning meal provides a delicious start to each day.
Deep sleep comfort
Wrap up in premium bedding and down comforters on memory foam mattresses. Bathrooms boast rainfall showers, heated floors, and deep soaking tubs.

Room options

Exclusive Cottage | Bathroom amenities | Separate bathtub and shower, deep-soaking bathtub, rainfall showerhead
Exclusive Cottage | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds
Exclusive Cottage | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds
Exclusive Cottage | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Exclusive Cottage

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Large Single Sofa Beds

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About the area

Map
11 Windmill Rd, St. Andrews, Scotland, KY16 9JJ

What's nearby

  • University of St. Andrews - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Old Course at St Andrews - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Andrew's Cathedral - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • St. Andrews Links - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Dundee (DND) - 32 min drive
  • Leuchars Station - 9 min drive
  • Cupar Station - 17 min drive
  • Springfield Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dunvegan Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪St Andrews Students' Association - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Niblick - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The One Under - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪18 Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ailim House Serviced Cottage

You'll be in a fantastic location at Ailim House Serviced Cottage, only a five-minute walk from University of St. Andrews and Old Course at St Andrews. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 2 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Charcoal grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Communal living room
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Smart speaker
  • 54-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Washer and dryer

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Twin sofa bed
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory-foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Heated floor (bathroom)

Freshen up

  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 29 for adults and GBP 29 for children

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Ailim House Serviced Cottage Guesthouse
Ailim House Serviced Cottage St. Andrews
Ailim House Serviced Cottage Guesthouse St. Andrews

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Ailim House Serviced Cottage?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Ailim House Serviced Cottage?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ailim House Serviced Cottage?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Ailim House Serviced Cottage and nearby?

Ailim House Serviced Cottage has a garden.

Does Ailim House Serviced Cottage have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.

Does Ailim House Serviced Cottage have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a toaster and cookware.

Does Ailim House Serviced Cottage have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

What's the area around Ailim House Serviced Cottage like?

Ailim House Serviced Cottage is in the heart of St. Andrews, a short 1-minute walk from University of St. Andrews and 4 minutes' walk from Old Course at St Andrews.

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Ailim House Serviced Cottage Reviews

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Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Exceptional

The Ailim house was truly one of the best places I have ever stayed. The cottage itself is beautiful, has all the conveniences needed, is comfortable, and perfectly accessible to St Andrews. The hosts are lovely people who went above and beyond to make our stay the best ever.
Matthew, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

friendly staff. close to golf, shopping and dining.
WilliM, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay in St Andrews

Absolutely lovely cottage with the best hosts I've ever experienced! They thought of of everything possible to make our stay enjoyable. Cypress Cottage adorable with fun decor and attention to details for comfort. I was travelling with my two teenage children to see the University and this property was perfect for the three of us. Parking next to cottage makes it perfect if you are driving, the location just on the outskirts of town centre mean its quiet yet easily walkable to everything. If you are lucky enough to stay here I encourage you to order breakfast - it was incredible! 5 star dining! Just a fantastic stay cannot recommend enough!
tara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was excellent and perfectly located
alfred, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

They were super friendly and very communicative through the Expedia app as we dealt with lost luggage being delivered. Great location as you can walk to the Old Course in 5 minutes.
Tracy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Patrick, 2-night trip