Beeston Farmhouse

Beeston Farmhouse is a detached property near Marhamchurch sleeping 4 across 2 super-king bedrooms - one of which converts to a twin on request - and 3 bathrooms, an unusual ratio that avoids the morning queue common at smaller cottages. The ground floor is accessible, making it one of the few dog-friendly rural options near Bude that works for guests with mobility requirements.

The patio garden is enclosed and south-facing, with a wood burner inside for evenings when the Atlantic air rolls in. A BBQ is included for the warmer months. The property sits on the edge of a working farming area, so the outlook is open countryside rather than coastal - quieter and less visited than the clifftop alternatives nearby.

Bude town centre is 10 minutes by car, where Summerleaze Beach (4.5km) and Crooklets Beach (5km) offer reliable surf and family-friendly sand. Widemouth Bay, a long south-facing beach popular with surfers and swimmers, is 4.3km away. The South West Coast Path is accessible from Bude town without driving.

Up to 2 dogs welcome. Rated 4.9 across 49 reviews - one of the stronger scores in this area. From £639 per week.

Best for dog owners or guests with accessibility needs who want a rural base with multiple beaches within a short drive. Less good for those who want to walk to the sea from the door.