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Large Holiday Cottage for families, groups near Bude in Cornwall

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Beach
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 19350 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Bude, Cornwall
  • South West Coast Path Section 10 Trailhead
    7 min drive
  • Summerleaze Beach
    12 min drive
  • The Red Post Inn
    16 min walk
  • Okehampton Station
    39 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Large Holiday Cottage for families, groups near Bude in Cornwall

Just 4 miles from Bude's beaches and its many traditional seaside attractions, this very spacious and unusual, colonial-style holiday property has its own spacious garden and commands wonderful views across the countryside towards Widemouth Bay and the sea.

The setting on the main Holsworthy to Bude road is very convenient for exploring this delightful corner of North Cornwall. As well as a wide variety of shops, inns, restaurants and the Bude Castle Heritage Centre, Bude has three large sandy beaches popular with surfers (with lifeguard patrol in summer), one with a very large sea-water swimming-pool. Its sports facilities include a superb 18-hole golf course, tennis and squash courts, Splash leisure centre and ten pin bowling. Delightful walking can be found nearby on the picturesque North Cornwall Coastal Footpath, and also along the towpath of Bude's canal - 2½ miles of quiet level walking of special interest to wildlife and birdlife lovers, starting less than half a mile from the property and leading to Summerleaze beach in Bude. Fishing is also available in the canal (some of the finest coarse fishing waters in the west) and sea fishing trips and crabbing can be arranged. The well-known Tree Inn at Stratton is 1½ miles.

Thurlibeer House (sleeps 15 + 4): Steps up to entrance. Large hall. Spacious sitting room with open fire and double sofa bed (for +2). Second sitting room with double sofa bed (for +2) and conservatory with excellent sea and countryside views. Fitted, well-equipped kitchen/dining-room with 110cm Smeg range cooker, regular fridge/freezer (+ American-style fridge/freezer in utility room), door to covered porch and WC. Utility room (with American-style fridge/freezer for extra space). Games room with pool table (free of charge). Two double bedrooms, one with wash basin. Twin-bedded room. Bunk-bedded room with wash basin. Bathroom with shower cubicle and WC. Separate WC. First floor: Double bedroom with en-suite shower room/W.C. Two twin-bedded rooms, one with en-suite shower room/W.C. and extra single bed. If you would also like to book the adjoining Thurlibeer Cottage, which sleeps up to 6 people (one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and a double sofa bed in one of the lounges) please contact the owner to check availability.

*Electricity inc., with PV panels *Full central heating inc., powered by air source heat pumps *Open fire - initial fuel provided, then available locally *Shops 2 miles *Four freeview TVs (one 42') *Auto wm/tumble dryer *Freezer *Games room with pool table, table football inc. *Full double glazing *Terrace with picnic tabled *Large gardens with countryside views across to the sea *Ample parking *Blu-ray DVD *Microwave *Dishwasher *Cot (x2) *High chair (x2)

Thurlibeer House is situated in a stunning location with views to the West down to the cliffs, Widemouth Bay and the Atlantic ocean, as well as South down into Cornwall. It offers peace and tranquillity and at the same time is easily accessible from the nearby towns of Bude and Holsworthy. The cities of Exeter, Plymouth and Truro are all within around an hour's drive.

Within easy driving distance, are the historic coastal villages of Boscastle (of Doc Martin fame), Tintagel, Hartland Quay and Clovelly. The setting on the main Holsworthy to Bude road is very convenient for exploring this delightful corner of North Cornwall. As well as shops, inns, restaurants and its Historical and Folk Museum, Bude has three large sandy beaches popular with surfers (with lifeguard patrol in summer), one with a very large sea-water swimming-pool. Its sports facilities include a superb 18-hole golf course, tennis and squash courts, Splash leisure centre and ten pin bowling. Delightful walking can be found nearby on the picturesque North Cornwall Coastal Footpath, and also along the tow-path of Bude's canal - 2½ miles of quiet level walking of special interest to wildlife and bird life lovers, starting less than half a mile from the property.

Our smaller holiday let Thurlibeer Cottage (sleeps 6) is next door, both properties can be booked together to accommodate larger groups.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Harlequinns Leisure. Features include an arcade/game room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Harlequinns Leisure and 5 minutes from Red Elk Archery
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Chris Hunter

Languages

English, French, German, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table football
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3767 sq ft (350 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Large Holiday Cottage for families, groups near Bude in Cornwall Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Large house, comfortable beds and large kitchen that sat our large group. Stayed to have daughters 18th birthday celebrations celebrations here. Perfect for partying. Had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eve M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay !
We had a lovely stay in Thurlibeer House. It was perfect for the whole family, 12 of us in total, lots of space and bedrooms upstairs and downstairs for all. Host was on site if needed but left us to it. Beautiful outdoor space. Would certainly visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect space for 14
Cheaper than most and fractionally dated in its decor but thats reflected in the price. Great value for money. Located so closely to Bude. The perfect base to come backbto each day in a quiet location. The main road is noisy but you font hear it from inside the property. Views from the back garden a beautiful (yes you can see the sea). Check in and out was super smooth too. No real bad points.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

steven c.

steven carter
overall we were pleased with the house and location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

george m.

Thurlibeer house
accessible and friendly hosts, large house but dated, Not as clean as possible, cobwebs on lights in kitchen, dust etc behind sofas, and some light switches not working ( but taped off and highlighted by hosts), but nothing that distracted from an enjoyable holiday for the whole family, would book again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely a must stay!
I could not believe my fortune to find this absolutely fabulous property and for the owners to work with my with many delays due to Covid. Had great parking for our little van/mini-bus which is a big thing sometimes. There was plenty of room for all 10 of us to spread out have have some privacy after smaller accommodations. The owner brought us over fresh herbs and wild garlic along with homemade apple juice which was a bit hit with my ladies. There was nothing I could say negative about this place. The kitchen was well appointed with everything I might need for cooking great meals. Just overall an absolutely one of a kind place and great for larger groups!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Bude based family home
This was our second stay at this property and it is one of our extended family's favourite holiday home. It is a very large and well equipped house with a large private garden with views towards Widemouth bay. Exiting the property onto the busy main road into Bude is a bit of a challenge as visibility is limited
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven D., Birmingham UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property. Set up for large family groups. Only a short trip to the beaches of Bude.
Host was very quick to reply to our calls. That said we didn't need him to do much. Overall, the stay was very enjoyable and we liked the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

sue g.

Liked: Cleanliness
ideal place for family gathering
The size and facilities were perfect for us. Lots of space for energetic young children.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Michelle A.

Good property in a lovely location
We stayed for 2 nights to attend a family wedding. The property was ideal as a base and had plenty of space. The only downside was that the beds were a little softer than we are used to and workmen started work on a new building right outside before 8am using very noisy diggers so not great if we were looking for a relaxing break.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location
Comfortable accommodation with tremendous views over Bude and Widemouth Bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unfortunately no outside seating
Everything was fine but unfortunately there was no outside seating whatsoever apart from two hard benches. This was disappointing as my husband wasn’t very well and would have liked to relax in the garden.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a family holiday
Thorlibeer is a magnificent find. I was looking for a property not too far from Bude that could accommodate a big extended family and this property delivers. There was plenty of space and good facilities. We could play pool and fussball to our hearts content. A great garden to run around in and it even has a little climbing frame. There is great facilities including washing machine, dryer, and dishwasher. The hosts we exceptional and provided fresh apple juice and fresh cut herbs from the garden. They were friendly and welcoming and any questions and queries were resolved imminently. I strongly recommend this property to anyone looking to have a family holiday. It met our expectations and more. The tiniest of critics is there weren't enough sharp knives (or too many bread knives). But that is a small price for such a fabulous property. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terence M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thurlibeer House
Great house for a large family group; very, very spacious and plenty of kitchen equipment and seating. Wonderful view from the sunroom. Excellent location for the Bude area and good road links for visiting other parts of Cornwall and Devon. We enjoyed our family break very much.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nikki B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a large family
A very well equipped and large house. Perfect for our friends and family gathering.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison Woodhead W., Reigate

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend!
We had a wonderful time, 13 of us, at this very homely and cosy cottage. Beautiful Christmas tree and real fire in the lounge, such a comfortable, dog friendly property, we highly recommend it for all age groups. Thankyou, Chris, for being a very friendly and helpful host!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

john l.

Liked: Cleanliness
BIRTHDAY WEEKEND
Enjoyed our stay. House suited our needs very well it enabled us to relax and spend quality time together which was the aim of the visit. only criticism could have done with sharp knives when cooking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Rob P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value for money. Stunning location.
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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Brooke M.

Halloween at Thurlibeer
Amazing property, big enough for a large group of people and still space to relax and find some alone time. I think the electrics may need to looking at due to some of the plug sockets not working properly (this is probably because the house is an older house). Chris was always available for help when needed - we had a slight issue with there being no high chair for one of the younger member, but this was not the fault of Chris (unfortunately previous guests had broken it and he hadn't gotten around to replacing it). Beautiful views from the garden and rear of the property of the rolling hills and the ocean. Thank you for a wonderful stay at Thurlibeer House!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good time had by all
Great property in great location. We had a little issue with the heating and hot water which was soon rectified by the owner of the property even though he was on holiday himself. Plenty of space for our family of 12 and would definitely consider staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keith E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family base
Thurlibeer house is a very spacious and well equipped property, well located with open countryside views towards the sea. There was plenty of room for our extended family of 13. We all enjoyed eating around the large dining table in the kitchen, playing pool and BBQs in the garden It's worth pointing out that exiting the drive onto the road is a challenge as there is fast moving traffic on the road with very little visability from the drive
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Phenomenal
I am absolutely blown away by Chris’ property. The house was spotless when we arrived and had everything and more you would expect from a rental house. Chris greeted us and was nothing but welcoming. The location was perfect and the drive was by far big enough to fit all our cars. The house itself was amazing, and the most our time was occupied by pool table, but all the rooms were spacious and the kitchen was enormous. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gail B., Plymouth

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific
What an absolutely wonderful week at Thurlibeer Beautiful house, amazing surroundings, everything you could possibly need at your finger tips, and the view with a cup of tea from the sun lounge meant you really could relax. Really looking forward to booking again soon . Thank you a lovely way for both families to get together again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kausik D., Sutton, Surrey

Liked: Cleanliness
More than what was expected.
Chris was there to greet us upon arrival and introduced us to the property. The property is in a great location with a sight to the see from the conservatory. The kids found plenty of playtime at the pool table and outside in the garden. Will certainly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021