Bol Y Maer, Bude

Bol Y Maer is an apartment complex on Maer Down in Bude, set back from the clifftop on the north side of town. The property has an indoor swimming pool, a sun terrace, and free on-site parking - rated 9.6 for location by guests from 85 reviews.

Each apartment comes with a private bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, and either a terrace or balcony with garden views. A washing machine, tea and coffee maker, dining table, and outdoor furniture are included as standard. WiFi is available throughout the building.

Summerleaze Beach - Bude's main beach, known for its tidal sea pool - is less than 0.6 miles away on foot. Crooklets Beach, the town's primary surf spot, is similarly close. Both are accessible from the South West Coast Path, which passes through Bude with over 30 miles of cliff walking in either direction.

Bude itself sits where the River Neet meets the Atlantic. The 19th-century Bude Canal runs inland from the harbour and is used for kayaking and flat-water swimming. The town centre has independent restaurants, surf schools, and the Bude Castle Heritage Centre. North along the coast, Sandymouth and Northcott Mouth provide quieter beach options with rock pools and dramatic cliff scenery.

Nearby: Crooklets Beach (200m) and Summerleaze Beach (600m). See our Stratton guide for more beaches and walks in the area.

Best for a couple or small family wanting an indoor pool and a short walk to Crooklets Beach, especially in a ground-floor apartment. Less suited to dog owners, since dogs are not accepted, or those wanting a dishwasher, as none is fitted.