10/10 Excellent
Justin
Travelled with group
21 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Justin
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Ailim House Serviced Cottage
4.5 star property
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Breakfast available
- Laundry room
- Kitchen
Explore the area
11 Windmill Rd, St. Andrews, Scotland, KY16 9JJ
- University of St. AndrewsPlace, University of St. Andrews1 min walk
- Old Course at St AndrewsPlace, Old Course at St Andrews2 min walk
- West SandsPlace, West Sands4 min walk
- Dundee (DND)Airport, Dundee (DND)33 min drive
Room options
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Exclusive Cottage
- Garden view
- 70 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Single Beds and 2 Large Single Sofa Beds
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About the area
St. Andrews
A luxury stay in the heart of St. Andrews awaits you at Ailim House Serviced Cottage. Within steps you'll find University of St. Andrews and Old Course at St Andrews within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this guest house include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and washers/dryers. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, charcoal grills and express check-in. Each morning full breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4.5-property class St. Andrews guest house include St Andrews - Jubilee Course and Swilken Bridge.
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
- West Sands - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- St. Andrew's Cathedral - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
- Leuchars Station - 9 min drive
- Dundee (DND) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
- The Dunvegan Hotel - 5 min walk
- Spoiled Life - 7 min walk
- St Andrews Students' Association - 4 min walk
- Bibi's Cafe - 6 min walk
- Taste - 7 min walk
About this property
Ailim House Serviced Cottage
As a guest of Ailim House Serviced Cottage, you'll find barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. The luxury Ailim House Serviced Cottage also features a garden, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.
This 4.5-star St. Andrews guest house is smoke free.
- 2 guestrooms or units
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Express check-in
- Express check-out
- Staff members are multilingual
- Storage area for luggage
- Tour and ticket information
- Concierge
- Garden
- BBQ grill(s)
- Fireplace in lobby
- No smoking on site
Ailim House Serviced Cottage offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation has separate sitting areas and is furnished with twin sofa beds. Memory foam beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 54-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels, Netflix and smart speakers. Accommodation at this 4.5-star guest house has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Free self parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking
- Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
- Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 29 for adults and GBP 29 for children
Things to do
- 18-hole adjacent golf course
Family friendly
- In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- In-room kitchen
- In-room microwave
- In-room sofa bed
- In-room washing machine/dryer
- Laundry facilities
- Separate in-room dining area
- Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
- Guidebooks
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
Guest services
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Concierge services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping on request
- Multilingual staff
- Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
More
- Communal living room
- Fireplace in lobby
- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Down comforter
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
- Memory foam mattress
- Premium bedding
- Twin sofa bed
Bathroom
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Dressing gowns
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Heated bathroom floor
- Rainfall showerhead
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Shampoo
- Slippers
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- 54-inch smart TV with digital channels
- Netflix
- Smart speaker
- Streaming services
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Free bottled water
- Freezer
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Hob
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Separate dining area
- Toaster
More
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products are eco-friendly
- Desk
- Electrical adapters
- Free local calls
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
- Laptop workspace
- Phone
- Separate sitting area
- Soundproofed rooms
- Washer/dryer
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, host will greet you
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 29 for adults and from GBP 29 for children
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.
Property is also known as
Ailim House Serviced Cottage Guesthouse
Ailim House Serviced Cottage St. Andrews
Ailim House Serviced Cottage Guesthouse St. Andrews
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Ailim House Serviced Cottage?
Yep, Ailim House Serviced Cottage has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Ailim House Serviced Cottage?
Yep, Ailim House Serviced Cottage is a short 12-minute walk from West Sands.
Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Ailim House Serviced Cottage?
No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.
Does Ailim House Serviced Cottage serve breakfast?
Yeah, full breakfast is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ailim House Serviced Cottage?
No, Ailim House Serviced Cottage does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Ailim House Serviced Cottage?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Ailim House Serviced Cottage?
No, pets are not allowed.
Is there a golf course on site at Ailim House Serviced Cottage?
There is a golf course next to Ailim House Serviced Cottage.
Ailim House Serviced Cottage Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
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Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Matthew
Travelled with family
15 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
WilliM
Travelled with group
3 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
friendly staff. close to golf, shopping and dining.
WilliM
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patrick
23 July 2024
Patrick
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
tara
Travelled with family
1 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
alfred
5 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent and perfectly located
alfred
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tracy
Travelled with group
31 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023