1 Church Cottages

1 Church Cottages is a two-bedroom stone cottage for four in Marhamchurch, two miles from Bude town centre on Cornwall's north coast. One double and one twin bedroom sit beneath the eaves and share a single bathroom, with exposed ceiling beams continuing the older structure upstairs.

A Welsh dresser stands in the kitchen, and the sitting room keeps the cottage's stone-built character rather than a modern open-plan layout. The garden has distant sea views, a children's play set, a sandpit and a barbecue for evening meals outside. Wi-Fi and parking are included, and dogs are accepted at no extra charge. The village pub is a short walk from the front door, useful given there's no dishwasher or washing machine on site.

Marhamchurch sits above the Bude Canal towpath, which runs directly into Bude's harbour, shops and beaches without needing a car. Widemouth Bay is 1.7 miles away, Summerleaze Beach is 2.2 miles away and Crooklets Beach is 2.5 miles away, alongside Bude's tidal sea pool. The Marhamchurch guide covers the village and the walking route towards Bude in more detail.

Six holidaycottages reviews give 1 Church Cottages 4.6 out of 5, and the agency rates it four stars for self-catering. **Best for:** a small family wanting outdoor play equipment, parking and three beaches within 2.5 miles. **Less good for:** guests unable to manage bedrooms under the eaves, travellers needing a dishwasher or washing machine, and groups wanting more than one bathroom.