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Delightful retreat, 3 mins walk to Widemouth Bay blue flag beaches & coast path

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Beach nearby

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 424 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Delightful retreat, 3 mins walk to Widemouth Bay blue flag beaches & coast path

The Summerhouse is a retreat specifically designed and fully equipped for holidays by the sea all year round. Our guests tell us The Summerhouse is 'home from home' and perfect for couples, friends and families. The property benefits from a light airy open plan living on the ground floor encompassing a dining, kitchen and lounging area. Large sliding doors open onto a secure, private courtyard where you can play, sunbathe, BBQ, eat, drink or relax with a book to the sound of the waves breaking. There are two attic bedrooms, one double and one twin which provide a cozy sleeping environment. The ceilings are low though! The shower room is on the ground floor off the entrance hall. Your parking is off road on a shared private drive.

The property is conveniently situated in a private lane just 3 mins walk from Widemouth Bay's two fabulous Blue Flag and seaside award beaches, this being the Gold Standard for beaches internationally, popular with families, surfers, walkers and sunbathers. The village has two fantastic pubs, village farm shop which sells fantastic fresh fish and locally grown and reared produce, a fish and chip shop, as well as two beach cafe's providing you with all the Cornish cream teas and ice creams you might fancy and all within walking distance.
Widemouth is situated on the South West Coast path and is a great base for exploring Cornwall on land or sea, by wave, foot, car or bike in any season.

We make every effort to run the Summerhouse in an ecologically sustainable way. The house itself is largely timber framed and utilises insulation manufactured from recycled fibres. This insulation is highly effective meaning that very little heating is required.
We recycle as much as possible, the hand wash, washing up liquid and detergent bottles are refilled with eco-friendly products to avoid waste. We ask that you do not throw away any of these bottles when empty or as you are leaving as we will wash and refill them.
In the bathroom you will find shampoo, conditioner, body wash and handwash from ‘Faith in nature’, an eco-friendly company specialising in products with low environmental impact. We wash and refill the bottles so we ask that you do not take them home with you or discard them.
We are trying to discourage the use of cheap plastic body boards. Cheap body boards are prone to breaking, wasting your money and polluting the environment. 600 discarded boards were collected from Bude last year. Instead we provide wooden boards to use. Our boards are seconds that would have gone to waste and were donated by a local manufacturer or are old donated boards that we have renovated, some date back to the early 1960s. We promise you’ll love to give them a go!!
If you prefer a more modern bodyboard you will also find foam boards for your use. These are higher end products than the cheap ones on sale in beach shops and have been in use for 20 years. We would encourage you to use these rather than waste your money on cheap polystyrene ones which often find their way into landfill sites.
We also provide wetsuits and other beach supplies for you to use during your stay. As with boards this is an attempt to save you money (particularly children’s suits which they will have grown out of by the next holiday) and reduce waste. We cannot guarantee that there will be a size to fit you but there is a pretty good range, so if you can find one that fits feel free to use it instead of buying or renting one!

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Other things to note

Due to Covid 19 we are still implementing some additional measures which we will keep updating in line with government and Vrbo guidance:
- The property is cleaned before and after your stay with recommended virucidal products EN 14476 compliant


Property manager

Nicola and Bob Booth

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • 2 stairs to reach property
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 256 sq ft (24 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Delightful 2 bed 3 Mins Walk Coastal Path
Delightful 2 bed 3 Mins Walk Widemouth Bay Beach Coastal Path
Delightful 2 bed Lodge 3 Mins Walk Coastal Path
Delightful 2 bed Lodge 3 Mins Walk Coastal Path
Delightful 2 bed 3 Mins Walk Widemouth Bay Beach Coastal Path
Delightful 2 bed Lodge 3 Mins Walk Coastal Path
Delightful 2 bed 3 Mins Walk Coastal Path
Delightful Retreat 3 Mins Walk to the Beach

About the neighborhood

Map
Widemouth Bay, ENG

What's nearby

  • Widemouth Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bude Sea Pool - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Summerleaze Beach - 15 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Bude Beach - 15 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Crooklets Beach - 16 min drive - 8.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Electric Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪North Coast Wine Co - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Barrel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Weir - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Carriers Inn - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Delightful retreat, 3 mins walk to Widemouth Bay blue flag beaches & coast path pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Delightful retreat, 3 mins walk to Widemouth Bay blue flag beaches & coast path?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Delightful retreat, 3 mins walk to Widemouth Bay blue flag beaches & coast path?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Delightful retreat, 3 mins walk to Widemouth Bay blue flag beaches & coast path located?

This family-friendly Bude vacation home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Widemouth Bay Beach and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Millook Haven Beach and The Gildhouse Poundstock are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Delightful retreat, 3 mins walk to Widemouth Bay blue flag beaches & coast path Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sallyan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
It’s a lovely cosy place to stay. Second visit. Would recommend highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Helen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Summerhouse
Absolutely fantastic, we had a lovely time 😄Bob & Nic were so kind - not only leaving scones / jam / cream / cider, but had a chat with us about the local area Very handy location for the beach and cafe we’d definitely return :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent and welcoming stay
We had a fantastic four night stay at the Summerhouse at the start of the October 2022 half term. From the outset and throughout, the communication from the hosts, Nicola and Bob was excellent. The Summerhouse is a cosy, warm, well equipped lodge in a brilliant location in walking distance of Widemouth Bay, if you are looking for a place to walk, swim or get in the surf it's perfect. Downstairs the kitchen and lounge area are roomy and welcoming, with lots of thoughtful touches such as games, dvd, WiFi, milk, coffee, tea and scones. The downstairs bathroom has a great shower and the eco friendly toiletries were lovely. Upstairs the bedrooms are a quirky V shape and are well equipped and comfortable. Outside patio space is good and is set up for surfers and beach goers with taps, spare gear and hangers. We took advantage of borrowing the classic vintage wooden body boards which were brilliant fun, although we actually enjoyed using them most at the slightly less lively waves at Bude, which is just a 10 min drive away. The hosts recommend the nearby BeachHouse restaurant which is in walking distance - great food and welcome. The hosts are completely transparent about the building work going on next door at the moment and unfortunately it is quite intrusive being right by the Summerhouse. If you are people who like to get up and out early before 8am then it won't bother you too much but if you want a lie in, then it's not great. Very frustrating for the hosts I'm sure and hopefully it will get finished soon. The hosts were extremely flexible and let us check out later which was appreciated. Recommended as a brilliant base to visit North Cornwall, and particularly recommended for those who want to get into the sea.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sallyan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location
Great place to stay warm and inviting so near the beach a lovely place to visit would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Eileen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay
Immaculately clean, wonderful location few mins walk to beach, brilliantly equipped kitchen, lovely accommodation, nice furnishings. Best air B&B we have ever stayed in by far.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Widemouth Bay
we had a fantastic Christmas at Widemouth Bay, the property had everything needed & more, the location was superb, on Christmas morning we walked the 5 mins to the beach & watched all of the Christmas morning swimmers, great sight to see, our son lives 2 mins walk from the property so was an ideal location for us to spend Christmas with our grandchildren, now we have found this property we shall return. thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in Widemouth Bay
The property was beautifully laid out and furnished making use of all the spaces and being completely self-conrained. We were met by the owner on arrival and everything was explained. The scones, clotted cream and jam were especially welcome and very tasty - a lovely touch! We struggled a little bit with the low sloping ceiling in the bedroom but we knew about that before we booked. All the amenities were provided and thoughtfully done including books, games and DAD'S if you wanted them plus use of wetsuits which was a great extra that was provided. Altogether, a lovely property which was perfect for the two of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and location
Very clean and well presented property. Owners were very thoughtful with groceries and cream tea on arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay and location
We had a great week at the summer house ideally located for the local area and beach. Well equipped with everything you need. And the cream tea on arrival we are nice touch Would highly recommend and will definitely be going back
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

nick r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous beach house
This was a perfect spot to head to the beach everyday. It's about a 5 min walk to the beach cafe (one of my favourites in Cornwall as it just feels like you are still on the beach), and a few mins walk to the sand dunes higher up the beach. The outside patio in the house is a perfect private area to take off wet suits and shower outside before going inside de-sanded. Also lovely to sit out there when the sun is shining (twice in one week for us only...). There are bi-fold doors to the patio to make the whole place seem bigger (when it's not raining, which wasn't too much of the time we were there!!). The place had everything we needed for a lovely stay, including some good quick puzzles, an x-box and a good range of books - kids and adults happy :) The upstairs has very low ceilings (eaves) so just be aware of this if you like your space. There is also only a toilet downstairs (clearly written on the website and didn't bother us).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Belinda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location
The Summerhouse is ideally placed to walk to Widemouth/Black Rock beach. Nic and Bob were brilliant hosts. Nothing was too much trouble. The Summerhouse was stocked with everything you need, including spare wetsuits, toys for children, books and a BBQ. The head height in the bedrooms was a bit of a struggle as the 3 of us are quite tall but it didn’t really distract from the holiday. The only thing we were missing was a clock downstairs but apart from that, we loved every minute of it. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful holiday
Just returned from a wonderful stay at the beach house, even though weather wasn't the best. Well equipped with lots of little extra's including a welcome cream tea- covid compliant, and hosts were excellent. Wonderful beach for body boarding & surfing, and quiet peaceful location, to relax & recharge. We will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Graham M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location close to SW coast path and beach, ideal for walkers. Cosy property with everything you need. Friendly host. Peaceful in the evening. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Saul F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great communication from owners, lively house that was very clean and has nice thoughts like the afternoon tea, and extras like buckets and spades, toys etc. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becki S., Gloucester

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in a perfect location
Lovely homely place with all the necessary amenities with extras such as wetsuits, body boards, buckets and spades, children’s toys and books. Our 2 year old was very happy! Clean and well kept property, easy to find and a place to park the car off road. Bob and Nic were great, replied to questions and queries promptly. 5 minute walk to the beach from property, great for a quick nip to the beach for a surf or splash around in the sea. Thank you 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mrs L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Never mind the rain
Great location with the beach within walking distance. No matter the weather, with our wetsuits on the beach and the waves were great fun. Bob and Nic very attentive and helpful.

10/10 Excellent

scott F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay
We loved staying at The Summerhouse - it was in the perfect location for us, right near the beach, was well equipped and had a great 'feel'. Communication with Nic and Bob was excellent - they were very friendly and supportive, especially in light of the current situation. Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Joanna Lee

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas 2019
Booked the summerhouse for a few relaxing days between Christmas and New Year. The accommodation is lovely and cosy with a great location 2 minutes walk from the Beach. Nice and Bob were really helpful even answering one on my queries on Christmas Eve! Some lovely places to eat within walking distance, we recommend the Black Rock Cafe for breakfast and Elements for an evening meal. Would definitely stay here again if we venture into Cornwall.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ruth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place and thoughtful hosts
Really comfortable and thoughtfully put together holiday apartment. Amazing location for the most beautiful beach - on foot or a short drive to others to pick up the coastal path from Crackington Haven. Fish and scallops off the boat fresh or a cinema treat when the rain rained. Is there more to say?

10/10 Excellent

Felicity S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy stay at The Summerhouse
This is a lovely, bright, welcoming and absolutely spotless property. Very well equipped and a very short walk from the fantastic beach. The owners were brilliant in communicating and left a great, welcoming cream tea on arrival, all in all highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

lisa w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Summerhouse
The Summerhouse is a great place with everything you need. We enjoyed our stay and the surrounding area is beautiful, bars and restaurants within walking distance with plenty of places to see a short drive away. Thank you Lisa and Ben
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daren M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect surfing break
Had a great few days in this lovely little place. Great facilities including stuff for kids. Communication from the owners was great, and they were really helpful and friendly. Lovely that supplies (milk, cream tea, tea coffee, sugar, orange juice) were there when we arrived. Kitchen brilliantly equipped. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
We had a lovely week in the summerhouse with our nearly 2 yr old daughter. The house is well equipped and has some cool things included. The scones on arrival were amazing and the automatic nightlights when walking down the stairs was brilliant. Location is excellent with a several hundred yard walk to the beach. The only thing is you have to walk along the road which in the summer could be a bit busy so you have to be careful. There was some machines working on knocking down a house across the road from the property so the reversing beepers got a bit annoying from 8 am til about 5. We were out most days anyway so it wasn’t too bad. Lots of things to see and do in the area and in bude. I recommend the sausage and egg bap from black rock cafe which was prob the best one I’ve ever had. Def worth staying in the lovely house. Thank you again to Nic & Bob for introducing your selves and the prompt refund. D, T & L :)

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Peaceful Retreat
Cosy place with everything you need. Really enjoyed my short break at The Summerhouse.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal holiday location!
Great property with everything you need to make the stay comfortable. Ideal for a fantastic beach holiday and central to get away and explore. Local bars and restaurants are a short walk away and have a good variety. Wetsuits available for all sizes and bodyboards at the house too! The rooms are very comfortable and even with two of the four of us over 6’, there was not an issue with the roof! A cupboard full of games for the nights in and a very generous helping of scones, cream and jam on arrival. Overall, a superb holiday home and somewhere I would consider returning to. Very helpful owners on hand for any issue (power cut!)!