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Rufflets St Andrews

Strathkinness Low Road
Rated 8.8 in 677 reviews

Rufflets St Andrews is a charming and elegant retreat located just a short drive from the historic town of St Andrews, United Kingdom. Nestled amidst 10 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, this family-owned boutique hotel offers a serene escape and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Known for its picturesque setting, Rufflets St Andrews provides a perfect blend of traditional elegance and contemporary comfort.

The estate's architecture, with its original turreted structure dating back to 1924, exudes classic Scottish charm and boasts a variety of tastefully decorated rooms and suites. Each room is individually designed, ensuring a unique and comfortable experience for every guest. The interiors are adorned with luxurious furnishings, stylish décor, and modern amenities, creating an inviting space that encourages relaxation and tranquility.

Dining at Rufflets St Andrews is a delightful experience, with the hotel's award-winning restaurant serving a menu focused on locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. Guests can savor exquisite dishes that reflect both traditional Scottish cuisine and modern culinary trends, all within the elegant surroundings of the hotel or on the terrace overlooking the gardens.

The hotel also acts as an ideal base for exploring the rich history and extensive attractions of St Andrews, including its renowned golf courses, sandy beaches, and cultural landmarks. Whether you're visiting for a romantic getaway, a family holiday, or a special event, Rufflets St Andrews promises a memorable stay with its combination of personalized service, exquisite dining, and peaceful ambiance.

Climate and Weather

January
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Michelin Restaurants in St Andrews and near Rufflets St Andrews

Craigtoun Country Park
Craigtoun Country Park
Country park in Fife, Scotland, UK
1.6km / 0.98mi
Bogward Dovecot
Bogward Dovecot
Scottish historic building
1.1km / 0.7mi
St Leonard's Parish Church, Donaldson Gardens, St Andrews
St Leonard's Parish Church, Donaldson Gardens, St Andrews
Church in Fife, Scotland, UK
1.9km / 1.2mi
Old Course at St Andrews
Old Course at St Andrews
Oldest golf course in the world
2.2km / 1.3mi
Wardlaw Museum
Wardlaw Museum
University museum in Fife, Scotland, UK
3km / 1.9mi
The R&A World Golf Museum
The R&A World Golf Museum
Sports museum in Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom
2.6km / 1.6mi
St Andrews Museum
St Andrews Museum
Museum in Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom
2.3km / 1.4mi
St Andrews Cathedral, Saint Andrews
St Andrews Cathedral, Saint Andrews
Ruined cathedral in Saint Andrews, Scotland
3.3km / 2.1mi
St Andrews Castle
St Andrews Castle
Castle in Fife, Scotland, UK
3.2km / 2mi
St Andrews, Kirk Hill, St Mary's Church
St Andrews, Kirk Hill, St Mary's Church
Secular college of priests
3.5km / 2.2mi
All Saints' Church, St Andrews
All Saints' Church, St Andrews
Church building in St Andrews, United Kingdom
3.2km / 2mi
Holy Trinity Church, St Andrews
Holy Trinity Church, St Andrews
Church in Fife, Scotland, UK
2.8km / 1.8mi
Blackfriars
Mendicant friary of the Dominican Order founded in the 13th century at Stirling, Scotland
2.7km / 1.7mi
Hope Park Church, St Andrews
Hope Park Church, St Andrews
Church in Fife, Scotland, UK
2.5km / 1.6mi
Denork Craig
Hillfort in Fife, Scotland, UK
3.3km / 2.1mi
Hamish McHamish
Hamish McHamish
Famous ginger cat
2.8km / 1.8mi
St Andrews Heritage Museum and Garden
St Andrews Heritage Museum and Garden
Museum in Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom
3.2km / 2mi
St Andrews Cathedral Museum
Museum in St. Andrews, Scotland, UK
3.3km / 2.1mi
War Memorial, North Street, St Andrews
War Memorial, North Street, St Andrews
War memorial in Fife, Scotland, UK
3.3km / 2mi
St Andrews, South Street, The Pends
St Andrews, South Street, The Pends
Architectural structure in Fife, Scotland, UK
3.2km / 2mi
St Leonard's Chapel
Architectural structure in Fife, Scotland, UK
3.2km / 2mi
Bell Pettigrew Museum
Bell Pettigrew Museum
University museum in Fife, Scotland, UK
2.9km / 1.8mi
St Andrews Episcopal Church, Queen's Terrace, St Andrews
St Andrews Episcopal Church, Queen's Terrace, St Andrews
Church building in Fife, Scotland, UK
2.8km / 1.7mi
Martyrs' Monument, Gillespie Terrace, St Andrews
Martyrs' Monument, Gillespie Terrace, St Andrews
Monument in Fife, Scotland, UK
2.7km / 1.7mi
Drumcarrow Craig Broch
Architectural structure in Fife, Scotland, UK
3.6km / 2.2mi
St James' Catholic Church
St James' Catholic Church
Church in Fife, Scotland, UK
2.8km / 1.8mi
St Andrews Aquarium
St Andrews Aquarium
Aquarium in Fife, Scotland, UK
2.7km / 1.7mi
St Athernase Church, Leuchars
St Athernase Church, Leuchars
Church in Fife, Scotland, UK
6km / 3.7mi
Earlshall
Earlshall
Building in Fife, Scotland, UK
5.3km / 3.3mi
Cameron Parish Church
Cameron Parish Church
Architectural structure in Fife, Scotland, UK
4.4km / 2.7mi
Dairsie Castle
Dairsie Castle
Castle in Fife, Scotland, UK
6.7km / 4.2mi
Leuchars Castle
Leuchars Castle
Castle in Fife, Scotland, UK
6.4km / 4mi
Dairsie Old Church
Dairsie Old Church
Church building in Fife, Scotland, UK
6.7km / 4.2mi
Pittarthie Castle
Pittarthie Castle
Castle in Fife, Scotland, UK
8km / 5mi
Dunino Parish Church
Dunino Parish Church
Church building in Fife, Scotland, UK
7.8km / 4.9mi
War Memorial, Leuchars Cemetery, Leuchars
War memorial in Fife, Scotland, UK
6.7km / 4.2mi
Kemback Old Parish Church
Kemback Old Parish Church
Church in Fife, Scotland, UK
6.5km / 4mi
Kemback Parish Church
Kemback Parish Church
Church in Fife, Scotland, UK
6.3km / 3.9mi
Dairsie Parish Church
Dairsie Parish Church
Church building in Fife, Scotland, UK
6.9km / 4.3mi
Fife Folk Museum
Fife Folk Museum
Museum in Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom
9.3km / 5.8mi
Bannockburn Monument, Bow Butts Bridge, Ceres
Memorial in Fife, Scotland, UK
9.3km / 5.8mi
Ceres Parish Church, 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres
Church in Fife, Scotland, UK
9.3km / 5.8mi
Kellie Castle
Kellie Castle
Castle near Pittenweem, in Fife, Scotland, UK
11.4km / 7.1mi
Kingsbarns Golf Links
Kingsbarns Golf Links
Golf course in Fife, Scotland, UK
11.9km / 7.4mi
Kilmany Parish Church
Kilmany Parish Church
Church building in Fife, Scotland, UK
10.9km / 6.8mi

What to do in St Andrews and near Rufflets St Andrews

Craigtoun Country Park
Craigtoun Country Park
Country park in Fife, Scotland, UK
1.6km / 0.98mi
Bogward Dovecot
Bogward Dovecot
Scottish historic building
1.1km / 0.7mi
St Leonard's Parish Church, Donaldson Gardens, St Andrews
St Leonard's Parish Church, Donaldson Gardens, St Andrews
Church in Fife, Scotland, UK
1.9km / 1.2mi
Old Course at St Andrews
Old Course at St Andrews
Oldest golf course in the world
2.2km / 1.3mi
Wardlaw Museum
Wardlaw Museum
University museum in Fife, Scotland, UK
3km / 1.9mi
The R&A World Golf Museum
The R&A World Golf Museum
Sports museum in Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom
2.6km / 1.6mi
St Andrews Museum
St Andrews Museum
Museum in Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom
2.3km / 1.4mi
St Andrews Cathedral, Saint Andrews
St Andrews Cathedral, Saint Andrews
Ruined cathedral in Saint Andrews, Scotland
3.3km / 2.1mi
St Andrews Castle
St Andrews Castle
Castle in Fife, Scotland, UK
3.2km / 2mi
St Andrews, Kirk Hill, St Mary's Church
St Andrews, Kirk Hill, St Mary's Church
Secular college of priests
3.5km / 2.2mi
All Saints' Church, St Andrews
All Saints' Church, St Andrews
Church building in St Andrews, United Kingdom
3.2km / 2mi
Holy Trinity Church, St Andrews
Holy Trinity Church, St Andrews
Church in Fife, Scotland, UK
2.8km / 1.8mi
Blackfriars
Mendicant friary of the Dominican Order founded in the 13th century at Stirling, Scotland
2.7km / 1.7mi
Hope Park Church, St Andrews
Hope Park Church, St Andrews
Church in Fife, Scotland, UK
2.5km / 1.6mi
Denork Craig
Hillfort in Fife, Scotland, UK
3.3km / 2.1mi
Hamish McHamish
Hamish McHamish
Famous ginger cat
2.8km / 1.8mi
St Andrews Heritage Museum and Garden
St Andrews Heritage Museum and Garden
Museum in Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom
3.2km / 2mi
St Andrews Cathedral Museum
Museum in St. Andrews, Scotland, UK
3.3km / 2.1mi
War Memorial, North Street, St Andrews
War Memorial, North Street, St Andrews
War memorial in Fife, Scotland, UK
3.3km / 2mi
St Andrews, South Street, The Pends
St Andrews, South Street, The Pends
Architectural structure in Fife, Scotland, UK
3.2km / 2mi
St Leonard's Chapel
Architectural structure in Fife, Scotland, UK
3.2km / 2mi
Bell Pettigrew Museum
Bell Pettigrew Museum
University museum in Fife, Scotland, UK
2.9km / 1.8mi
St Andrews Episcopal Church, Queen's Terrace, St Andrews
St Andrews Episcopal Church, Queen's Terrace, St Andrews
Church building in Fife, Scotland, UK
2.8km / 1.7mi
Martyrs' Monument, Gillespie Terrace, St Andrews
Martyrs' Monument, Gillespie Terrace, St Andrews
Monument in Fife, Scotland, UK
2.7km / 1.7mi
Drumcarrow Craig Broch
Architectural structure in Fife, Scotland, UK
3.6km / 2.2mi
St James' Catholic Church
St James' Catholic Church
Church in Fife, Scotland, UK
2.8km / 1.8mi
St Andrews Aquarium
St Andrews Aquarium
Aquarium in Fife, Scotland, UK
2.7km / 1.7mi
St Athernase Church, Leuchars
St Athernase Church, Leuchars
Church in Fife, Scotland, UK
6km / 3.7mi
Earlshall
Earlshall
Building in Fife, Scotland, UK
5.3km / 3.3mi
Cameron Parish Church
Cameron Parish Church
Architectural structure in Fife, Scotland, UK
4.4km / 2.7mi

About St Andrews

St Andrews, located on the east coast of Scotland, offers a mix of historical, cultural, and outdoor experiences. One of the most significant attractions is the St Andrews Cathedral, which was once the largest church in Scotland. The ruins provide insight into the medieval ecclesiastical architecture and history of the area. Nearby, you can explore the St Andrews Castle, which dates back to the 13th century and offers fascinating historical narratives alongside picturesque coastal views.

For those interested in academia, the University of St Andrews is the oldest university in Scotland. Walking through its historic campus allows visitors to appreciate its architecture and the rich academic tradition that has flourished here since the 15th century. The Byre Theatre is another cultural highlight, featuring a range of performances from drama to music, contributing to the vibrant arts scene in the town.

Golf enthusiasts may appreciate a visit to the Old Course, known as the birthplace of golf. Even if you're not playing a round, walking along the course and enjoying the surrounding landscape is worthwhile. The Botanic Garden offers a peaceful retreat with its diverse plant collections and beautiful settings, perfect for a leisurely stroll.

St Andrews also boasts a beautiful coastline, where you can enjoy West Sands Beach, renowned for its expansive sandy shore and stunning views of the North Sea. The beach is a great spot for a walk or simply to relax and take in the scenery.

Dining options in St Andrews range from casual cafes to fine dining, with local seafood being a highlight. The town's culinary scene reflects its coastal location and offers a taste of Scottish cuisine.

Lastly, no visit would be complete without exploring the various art galleries and shops that feature local crafts and products, providing a glimpse into the local culture and creativity. St Andrews combines historical significance with natural beauty, offering a well-rounded experience for visitors.




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