Heyleigh Farm Cottage

Heyleigh Farm Cottage is a 3-bedroom farm cottage in the Widemouth Bay area, set in open countryside a short drive from the north Cornwall coast. The cottage sleeps 6 across 3 bedrooms - 2 doubles and 1 twin - with 1 bathroom. Original beams, low ceilings, and an open fireplace give the interior its period character, alongside a wood burner for cooler evenings.

Outside, the cottage has a swimming pool, BBQ, and garden - a combination that makes it well-suited to summer holidays with children. Parking and a washing machine are included. Dogs are welcome, with a maximum of 2. The property rates 4.7/5 from 15 reviews, from £536 a week.

Widemouth Bay, a broad south-facing surf beach 3 miles south of Bude, is the closest surf spot. Summerleaze Beach in Bude - with its famous tidal sea pool - is around 4 miles north. Bude itself has supermarkets, cafes, independent shops, and the 19th-century canal for flat-water kayaking. The South West Coast Path passes through Bude and runs south along dramatic cliff scenery toward Crackington Haven.

Best for: families of 6 who want a pool and outdoor space within reach of surf beaches, dog owners, and groups wanting a rural setting without sacrificing access to Bude's amenities. Less good for: guests wanting to walk to the beach (it's a drive), those needing more than 1 bathroom for a group of 6, or couples who don't need the space.