Slow the pace and savour long, easy-going days at this charming North Cornwall hideaway – a romantic retreat for two, with plenty of scope for bringing your faithful four-legged companion along for the adventure. Set on a working farm 1.5 miles from the heart of Bude, you’ll have countryside calm paired with quick access to the beach.
Inside, the cottage nods to its seaside setting with subtle nautical touches and shell-inspired details. Set across one level beneath high, beam-lined ceilings, the layout keeps everything within easy reach. The open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner is bright and welcoming, with all you need to prepare leisurely breakfasts or candlelit suppers. A dining table for two sets the scene for meals, while the deep sofa and TV create a cosy corner to unwind with your loyal hound snoozing contentedly nearby. The double bedroom is generously sized and dressed in soft linens and calming tones, creating a restful atmosphere after days spent exploring the coast and countryside. An en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower completes the interior. Outdoors, you’re free to wander the surrounding farmland, with a large, shared lawn that’s lovely for a picnic or ball games with Fido. There’s also a children’s play area on site and a unique shell studio where guests can take part in creative workshops.
Bude is a haven for sea lovers and wave chasers. Summerleaze Beach and Crooklets Beach (2 miles) are firm favourites for surfing, shoreline strolls and salty-air escapades — fantastic for early-morning walkies on the lead during the summer months. When it’s time to refuel, the town is also home to pet-friendly pubs and cafes. If you and your canine sidekick prefer clifftop rambles, the Hartland Heritage Coast (5 miles) and the Cornwall Coast National Landscape (4.5 miles) deliver dramatic views, hidden coves and invigorating stretches along the South West Coast Path.