Gorse Cottage

Why you'll love staying here

Situated just fives miles from Bude, Gorse Cottage is a stylish single-storey barn conversion on a 70 acre mixed working farm. A former piggery, it’s been thoughtfully converted to retain exposed stonework, timber beams, and vaulted ceilings, and is ideal for a couple or solo traveller looking to explore Cornwall’s countryside and coast. Guests should note that the barn has a natural water supply from a bore hole.

Outside, Gorse Cottage benefits from a terrace with lovely views over the surrounding fields where sheep and cattle can be seen grazing. Guests are also welcome to explore the grounds of the farm which includes a river, areas of woodland, and a footpath which leads directly to Duckpool, a remote, National Trust owned beach.

Bude is a charming coastal town, known for its excellent surfing and family-friendly atmosphere. Summerleaze, the main beach, is a wide stretch of golden sand backed by dunes with a semi-natural, tidal pool that’s a safe haven for swimming, and traditional beach huts that can be hired on a ‘per night’ basis.

Overlooking the beach is The Castle Bude, a Grade II listed building converted into a heritage centre that explores local history and culture, and hosts a programme of events including vintage fairs, live music, and workshops. The town centre has a good range of independent shops, lively pubs, and places to eat.

The South West Coast Path passes through Bude with direct walks to Widemouth Bay, Crackington Haven, and over the border into Devon. Along the way you’ll be rewarded with dramatic views of the Atlantic ocean, rugged cliffs, and the chance to spot seals and dolphins.

Other attractions reached within the hour include Tintagel Castle, The Milkyway Adventure Park, Tamar Lakes, Pencarrow House and Garden, and the wild landscapes of Bodmin Moor.

Kilkhampton, a mile away, has a village store, two inns serving traditional pub food, and a handful of shops. All other amenities, including supermarkets, are in Bude.