A colourful, architectural gem, with heaps of outdoor space and Bude's beaches nearby (sleeps 8)
Space & setting.
Rattan baskets for beach days, abstract paintings, Haeckels toiletries, stacks of indie mags, Studio Herron wall hangings and smile-inducing pops of colour: it’s no surprise that the owners of this fabulous barn conversion come from fashion design backgrounds. One of 3 properties on a 7-acre smallholding in Bude, it’s the kind of place that impresses in-laws and infants in equal measure – better yet, take over all 3, and have a group holiday for 21.
The architecture is a welcome departure from Cornwall’s nautical cliches, with clerestory windows inspired by Norwich Cathedral. Bifold doors flood the open-plan kitchen with sunshine for joyful cooking, or stock up on BBQ bits and serve it fresh off the grill at the alfresco dining table. A private hot tub is perfectly positioned for the evening sun (post-prandial soaks are heaven), and there’s a huge shared lawn with football goals and den-building space for kids. Further afield, surf beaches, foodie restaurants and coastal walks with pub lunches await. Just be warned – a few days here and you’ll be designated official holiday house finder for years to come: friends will reminisce about that place you booked that time; family will pester you for its name every summer.
Getting here: you’ll need to drive
Special touches.
- Bike hire
- Massages
- Babysitting
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Surrounds.
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- Bude is surf heaven. Hire kit and book lessons if you’re a beginner; the owners’ kids are both coaches at Big Blue Surf School. Or simply swim, paddle and float in Bude’s natural sea pool.
- There’s also a brilliant restaurant in Boscastle called The Rocket Store. It’s great to go for a morning swim in the harbour then get brunch there.
- Walk or run stretches of the South West Coastal Path, awash with stunning seascapes.
- Trebarwith Strand is incredibly beautiful at low tide.
- We love rockpooling at Northcott Mouth Beach, and admiring the rock formations at Crackington Haven. There’s a great pub at Crackington where you can sit on the wall and watch the sun go down.
- Pretty Port Isaac and Padstow are easy day trips — you can cycle to the latter along the Camel Trail and reward yourself with fish and chips by Rick Stein for lunch.
- Or visit lovely Clovelly, with its steep cobbled hills and famous donkeys, then have a long lunch at The Farmers Arms on the way back.
Specifics.
- Barn on a 7-acre smallholding, on the same site as The Farmhouse and Red Barn
- Underfloor heating throughout
- 4 bedrooms, light-filled but with blackout blinds
- Upstairs: 1 x kingsize, 1 x superking/twin, 1 bunk room with full-sized beds and a pull-out truckle bed; shared family bathroom with shower over tub
- Haekels toiletries
- Baby kit to borrow: cot with bumper, highchair
- Downstairs: 1 x kingsize bedroom with ensuite shower bathroom
- Additional WC
- Fabulous kitchen with table for 10, range cooker and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave and Bialetti coffee maker
- Basic supplies bar fresh milk
- Pre-made meals on request / private chef
- Spacious lounge
- Smart TV, board games, books, DVDs, art supplies
- Large terrace with bi-fold doors from the kitchen/diner
- BBQ and outdoor furniture
- Private terrace with hot tub
- Private lawned garden
- Access to shared gardens with football pitch and den-building spaces
- Plenty of parking
- The owners live nearby – available by phone
- Drive to pubs, shops and the beach (5 miles)
- 1 dog welcome (additional cost)
- Booking conditions: from 2 night min stays low season, 3 nights Easter holiday, June, and September. 7 night minimum over summer holidays and May half term, with Thursday check in. 4 night minimum over Christmas. Check booking calendar for exact dates.
- Security deposit: £200 for all-adult groups
- House rules: no outside noise after 9pm
- Remember to pack: fresh milk, beach towels, bikes and surfboards
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