Cosy barn for couples in peaceful rural surroundings near Bude coast

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Woolley, Bude, Cornwall

North Devon Coast6 min drive
Tamar Lakes10 min drive
Bude Beach25 min drive
Plymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)73 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Enjoy this traditional, cosy stone one-bed barn conversion located in a quiet hamlet, surrounded by beautiful countryside, only nine miles from the seaside resort of Bude, and within easy reach of the coast.
It’s the perfect place to explore the beaches and attractions in unspoilt north Cornwall and Devon so you will need a car to get around. On the other hand you might prefer to relax in the Barn which provides all your home from home comforts: snooze in the sumptuous king size bed, catch-up on your favourite series with the 43” smart TV, tackle a jigsaw, or enjoy a BBQ listening to birdsong.
Although we’re no longer a working farm you can often see a local farmer’s attractive Stabiliser cattle grazing in our organic field, and we keep a flock of chickens. Depending on the time of year you might see geese or ducks rearing their young on our wildlife pond, long-eared bats catching insects at dusk, or our resident hedgehog late at night. We provide a bird guide to help you identify birds on the birdfeeders, including the Great Spotted Woodpecker, goldfinch, tits and chaffinches. Our black and white rescue cat, Bubble, keeps a watchful eye over the whole farm.
We welcome one well-behaved, adult, dog. There's a lovely private sunny seating area in front of the Barn; we ask dog owners to keep their dog on a lead because the area isn't fully enclosed. The area is very dog friendly, and you may find shopkeepers offering your pet a treat with every visit! Most pubs and restaurants welcome dogs and nearby Sandymouth beach allows dogs all year round.
We provide a wealth of information covering local attractions, our favourite walks set out on a local Ordnance Survey map, recommended places to eat, and tourist information covering Devon and Cornwall. Perennial favourites are Boscastle, Tintagel, Port Isaac, and Padstow in North Cornwall; and Hartland Quay, Clovelly, Westward Ho! and Appledore in North Devon, many of which are featured in the photos. An hour’s drive can take you to stunning Bodmin Moor, Dartmoor, or Exmoor, all fascinating ‘Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ (AONB). With our insider knowledge you can discover places that only the locals know about.
We love welcoming guests from all areas of the UK and the world, with the aim that that they return home with everlasting memories of their stay here.

Property manager

Riki Riley

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Max of one well behaved, adult dog. No other pets.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking allowed outside

Guests must keep their dog on a lead when outside,

Guests cannot charge electric/hybrid cars from any sockets on our property.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bude

Located in Bude, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Ivyleaf Golf Course & Driving Range and Downe Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Rooms and The Milky Way Adventure Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Red Elk Archery, or consider a night out at The Castle Bude. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

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Woolley, Bude, Cornwall

What's nearby

North Devon Coast - 6 min drive
Tamar Lakes - 10 min drive
Clovelly Harbour - 13 min drive
Bude Beach - 25 min drive
Widemouth Bay Beach - 26 min drive

Restaurants

Bradworthy Inn - 14 min drive
Sandymouth Holiday Resort - 12 min drive
The New Inn - 6 min drive
The Hart Inn - 10 min drive
Preston Gate Inn - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy barn for couples in peaceful rural surroundings near Bude coast pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Cosy barn for couples in peaceful rural surroundings near Bude coast?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy barn for couples in peaceful rural surroundings near Bude coast?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy barn for couples in peaceful rural surroundings near Bude coast located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of North Devon Coast, Hartland Forest and Welcombe Mouth Beach. Tamar Lakes and Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Rooms are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

lorenzo t.

1 Apr 2024

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Lorenzo and Sharon

Very pleased. It was absolutely relaxing. A wonderful place to get away from the hassle of every day life and just relax. Lots of places to visit. I would recommend this place.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

2 Mar 2024

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Great location

I’ve stayed here many times and will come back. As I’ve said in past reviews this is a great place to stay . The barn is spotless and there is everything you need here . The weather hasn’t been kind during my stay but that aside I had a great two weeks here. It really is a good location. Riki is so helpful and friendly. I hope to come back on September and will definitely be here next February. Richard 😊

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miss T N.

30 Oct 2023

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Brilliant

Due to personal circumstances we were unable to complete our trip. However we are so indebted to Riki for her kindness understanding and timely communication. It meant so much when we were going through tough times that she put herself out in such a selfless manner. I couldn’t recommend her enough. Such a breath of fresh air to find such a caring soul.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

6 Oct 2023

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Lovely stay!

Rikey and Martin’s little haven was perfect. We stayed just three nights but was perfectly located for long walks along the beach with the dog, which he loved! Although small, the property was fitted out to a pretty high spec and very comfortable - just like home-from-home! The hosts were amazing and Rikey gave us lots of ideas of where to go during the day and where to eat if we wanted! They live behind the property but were not invasive at all! We would definitely stay here again. We can’t wait to go back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

21 Sept 2023

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Love this place

I’ve stayed here many times and will definitely be back. I cannot fault anything here . Spotless accommodation great location and the hosts are helpful, friendly and on hand for any questions, queries and recommendations of places to visit, eat etc etc . Thank you Rikki for yet another great stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Riki Riley

When we unexpectedly found ourselves without jobs after many years of commuting to London we decided to do something completely different - a real lifestyle change. So we bought our dream property in North Cornwall and haven't looked back. Our 5 children are independent; one lives locally with his family, and the remainder still live in SW London. Between us we are proud grandparents to 11 grandchildren. We have Bubble, surviving brother to Squeak, who we rescued from Cats Protection in 2015. Martin has nurtured a flock of chickens - all different breeds - and built a magnificent 'chicken hotel'. We're both keen photographers and walkers - both of which go very much hand-in-hand here. We both worked in London for many years, and met whilst working for a global publishing company. Riki worked locally as a care worker for 4 years, whilst Martin volunteered as a watch keeper at the National Coast Watch Institute at Boscastle. Our aim is that guests thoroughly enjoy the Barn, its location, and the surrounding area.

Why they chose this property

We knew instantly that this was the home for us. It offers the best of everything - North Cornwall is unspoilt and yet we're just a few miles from some spectacular coastline and beaches. It's in a quiet rural hamlet and yet you can get to the Atlantic Highway (A39) quickly, which links North Devon to South Cornwall. So we're easy to find. Woolley is a very friendly community and made us feel very welcome from the start.
And there are such a variety of things to do - walking, swimming, surfing, eating cream teas, coasteering, gardens and stately homes to name but a few.

What makes this property unique

You can park outside the cottage, enjoy a glass of wine in the private seating area and have a BBQ. From the kitchen window you can watch a variety of birds gorge themselves on the bird feeder.
Our farm overlooks the Marsland Valley which is home to the Marsland Nature Reserve. This boasts a wonderful display of butterflies, ancient woodland and heath that stretches out to the coast, managed by the Devon Wildlife Trust. It is a truly magical, undiscovered spot.