The Highlands is that room you might have had in your house growing up- particularly if it was an older house with character aplenty. It was the room on the top floor, under the roof, that you went to when you needed a refuge. The Highlands is aptly-named, since it occupies the entire top floor of the house and is our one room that can accommodate three people. But the Highlands is also named for the general theme of its decoration, which reminds one of Scotland or the North of England. The room is done in a traditional Scottish country style. The Highlands has charming sloped ceilings, since it was originally the attic, and this contributes to the cozy feeling. If you are over six feet tall, however, you may find the Highlands less comfortable that our other rooms.
As you enter the Highlands at the top of the stairs, the main sleeping area is to your right. Here there is a queen-size, wrought-iron bed, TV and built in cabinets and small fridge. There is an exposed brick chimney that separates the master bedroom from the vanity area and the rest of the suite. The large vanity area is actually directly in front of you when you enter the room, and it has plenty of space for all the necessities for everyone sharing the Highlands.
Just beyond the vanity, in a separate room, is one of the highlights of the Highlands- the bath. The bathroom has hardwood floors and a large slipper claw-foot tub with a hand shower. The Highlands bath is truly unique.
Some folks (you know who you are!) may not think that a bath is just your speed, but don't worry- your host has thoughtfully provided a flat-screen television (with remote!) in the bath (and ESPN is easy to find!).
But the Highlands has yet another unique feature- an entire additional wing. Here, you will find an old wrought-iron twin bed which can be used for a third person- adult or child. At the end of this additional wing is a cozy nook with an antique table and two overstuffed chairs- an ideal spot to curl up with a good book or have a glass of wine and review your day's activities. The nook also has matching windows that look out to the west. This is the spot that will remind you of the coziness of that room in your childhood home, and the place to which you will repair for your quiet time during your stay with us.
Particularly if you have more than two in your party, we invite you to book the Highlands Loft, where you will have a large space all to yourselves. Even for a single person, though, you'll quickly come to value the Highlands as the perfect retreat.
Rates
Standard - $120/night
Ruckman Haus is one of the few San Antonio bed & breakfasts that accepts single night stays for Friday or Saturday; the single night rate is $140. We also offer a corporate rate which is available Sunday-Thursday for our single-occupancy business guests.
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