Just a short stroll from Widemouth Bay, this 6-bedroom super-house takes Cornwall rentals to another level. Overlooking the ocean, this latest creation from the Tregulland stable has the same wow factor as its siblings, with added sea breeze. Decor mixes hard-edged modernity with the owners’ special brand of wittily upcycled, planet-friendly, rustic-meets-contemporary design. You walk in to a high ceilinged atrium dangling with vintage bauble lights rescued from the boulevards of Paris. Beyond are sleek woodburners, brass bathtubs, salvaged apothecary chests. Cleverly designed sliding doors reveal a state-of-the-art kitchen with long Persian oak table. Feast here but stress not: they can lay on brilliant chefs and pre-arrival shops.
There's plenty of space to hide away or come together. Floor-to-ceiling windows maximise the coastal views, and lure you out to wood-fired hot tub or sea-facing sofas. All 6 bedrooms are ensuite, 5 have terraces, and the Master Suite is fit for any A-lister. But what makes it more than just a luxed-up pad – and what stole our hearts – are the quirky and theatrical surprises. From its cinema room, a hidden passage leads (mind your head!) into a fantasy arcade-cocktail bar with pool table, sound system and renovated Star Wars pinball machine. Hard to beat.
Highs
- Super comfortable living spaces inside and out, styled in a blend of contemporary and vintage flavours
- We loved the jaw-dropping Master Suite - make sure you get first dibs
- Brilliantly equipped throughout – kitchen, sauna, hot tub, cinema room, children's playboat - and a secret games bunker!
- A perfect location for a special celebration with up to 12 friends, or an extended family get together (there are 4 additional kids’ beds)
- Such a luxury to have the sea right in front of you; spectacular coastal walks start from your doorstep
Lows
- You’re partially overlooked by the neighbouring activity centre - but it’s not at all obtrusive
- The nearest cove is great for rockpooling (and for hardened surfers), but for swimming you need to walk 15 mins (or drive) to Widemouth
- Be aware that bookings run from Fri-Fri in July-August, or Fri-Mon / Mon-Fri at other times
- Not cheap, but great value for what you get (especially if you use all the rooms - it can work out around £50pppn)
Best time to go
North Cornwall's coastline is stunning whatever the season. You'll get the best weather between May-September, but bear in mind that Cornwall's beaches can get very busy in July-August. Spring and autumn may bring gorgeous sunshine if you're lucky, though are still likely to be cold. The Tregulland properties are well kitted out for chilly weather though; thanks to underfloor heating and wood-burning stoves, you'll be comfortable all year round.
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Location
The house is just south of Widemouth Bay, and 7km south of Bude, on the west-facing coast of northern Cornwall, near the Devon border.
By Air:
The nearest airports, Newquay and Exeter, are about an hour's drive away. Bristol is 2.5 hours, London Heathrow 4 hours. If you need a car, see our rental recommendations.
By Rail:
Regular trains from London Paddington to Exeter (c. 2 hours 10 mins); from there take a taxi (c.1 hour 20 mins).
By Car:
It's 4-5 hours drive from London, along the M4-M5-A30-A395. There's parking at the house.
Detailed directions will be sent when you book through i-escape.com.
More on getting to the UK and getting around
Airports:
- Newquay 60.0 km NQY
- Exeter 120.0 km EXT
Other:
- Beach 1.0 km
- Shops 2.5 km
- Restaurant 0.5 km