Aurora Barn

Aurora Barn is a thatched barn conversion in Launcells, a rural parish about 3 miles east of Bude with no single village centre. It sleeps four across a super king bedroom and a twin room whose zip-and-link beds can form a king size on request, with the two rooms sharing one bathroom.

Parking, a dishwasher, a washing machine, a garden and a barbecue are included, though there is no WiFi, wood burner or hot tub, and the property has no EV charging point. Up to two dogs are welcome. Countryside walks lead from the doorstep, and there are dog-friendly village pubs nearby, making the barn a rural rather than a coastal base.

Summerleaze Beach, with its tidal sea pool, is 4.1 miles away, Crooklets, Bude's main surf beach, is 4.2 miles, and Northcott Mouth is 4.5 miles. Bude's shops, cafes and eateries are named as a worthwhile trip from the barn, while St Swithin's church at Launcells Barton, once described by John Betjeman as the least spoilt church in Cornwall, sits within the parish itself.

Rooms start from £786 a night, and Aurora Barn holds a 4.9 out of 5 rating from 13 reviews, with cleanliness, equipment, comfort and location all scoring 5 out of 5.

**Best for:** A family or two couples wanting flexible bedding, countryside walks, a garden and space for two dogs.

**Less good for:** Guests dependent on WiFi, EV drivers, anyone wanting a wood burner or hot tub, or those needing step-free access.