Snaptrip says
Columbine Cottage in Bude, Cornwall, is a well-received holiday rental with guests praising its cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and excellent on-site facilities including a swimming pool and games room. The location is appreciated for its proximity to beaches and tranquillity. Some guests noted the decor is dated and the garden is not enclosed, which is a consideration for dog owners. Overall, the cottage offers a pleasant stay with many guests looking forward to returning.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The cottage is consistently described as clean and well-maintained, with several guests specifically mentioning its cleanliness. One review mentioned a 'wet dog' smell, but this seems to be an isolated incident.
The location is generally praised for being close to Bude and beaches, offering tranquillity and good access to local attractions. However, some guests were dissatisfied with the garden not being enclosed.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with mentions of comfy beds and a home-like setting. There are some negative comments about dated decor and a less than satisfactory shower, which slightly affect the comfort score.
Facilities like the swimming pool and games room are highlights, though there are mixed reviews about the garden's enclosure and the availability of laundry facilities. Some confusion and dissatisfaction about additional charges and the quality of the shower were noted.
While the reviews reflect a generally positive experience, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Part of a neatly manicured, wooded site comprising 14 holiday cottages on the very edge of Bude, on Cornwall's north coast is Columbine Cottage. With a shared indoor heated swimming pool, games room and children's play field, this is an ideal property for a family wanting to enjoy a coastal escape, taking advantage of the nearby sandy beaches and excellent surf on offer from North Cornwall's Atlantic waves. The property offers parking off-road, as well as a pretty garden with immaculate lawn, seating area and superb long rural views, where you can enjoy breakfast and a morning coffee in the pleasant Cornish sunshine. Head inside the property to discover a contemporary kitchen, fully-equipped with all of the appliances you'll need during to create delicious meals, which can be enjoyed at the dining table. After dinner, move over to the sofas, relax and enjoy a favourite family film on the TV. When it's time for a good night's rest, discover two bright and cheery bedrooms, comprising a double, and a twin. The property is close to host of amenities, shops, café, pubs and restaurants, as well as a lake, a golf course and a choice of three picturesque beaches. Spend the day at Bude Sea Pool, a semi-natural pool that is popular for swimming and paddleboarding, while Crooklets Beach has excellent surf and Summerleaze Beach has colourful beach huts and rockpools to explore. The 19th century Bude Castle offers a history museum, art gallery & cafe and is also a popular venue for weddings, while the magnificent South West Coast Path runs right through the town, which walkers can join to explore the coastline in either direction. Head north along the Hartland Cornwall Heritage Coast to find unspoiled, cliff-backed beaches, and continue towards Devon and the picturesque harbour village of Clovelly, with its museums, RNLI Lifeboat Museum, stunning waterfall, idyllic harbour and family-friendly beach. Head south along the coastal path towards Pentire Point, passing Boscastle's Pentargon Waterfall, The Museum of Witchcraft and Magic, the National Trust's Rocky Valley, St Nectan's Glen nature reserve and dramatic waterfall, towards Tintagel's legendary castle, which was the birthplace of King Arthur, as well as Merlin's Cave and the National Trust's Glebe Cliff. Columbine Cottage is a fantastic base from which to explore North Cornwall's stunning coastline.
Bude is a fabulous coastal town that once visited you will want to come back to time and time again. Bude has something for everyone, great beaches for relaxing, and building sandcastles on, rockpools for investigating at low tide and cafes to watch it all from. The rolling waves are great for surfing all year round, and the footpaths by the restored canal or on the North Cornwall coastal path offer you a superb opportunity to explore and appreciate the outstanding countryside. Bude also has a superb golf course, indoor swimming pool, bowling alley/indoor play area and Heritage Centre at Bude Castle. It also has a good selection of local shops, supermarkets, cafes, pubs, restaurants and excellent Information Centre. Within a short drive are the remains of a huge iron age hill fort at Warbstow Bury, from where panoramic views can be seen. For days out, take the coast road north to see the lonely lighthouse above the sea at Hartland Point or walk or ride a donkey down the steep and cobbled village street (no cars allowed) of beautiful Clovelly to the harbour and the pub far below. Follow the coast in the other direction and there's the little cove of Crackington Haven, Boscastle, King Arthur's castle at Tintagel, Doc Martin's Port Wenn at Port Isaac and yet more great surfing beaches at Polzeath.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Open-plan living area with sitting area, kitchen, dining area and glazed doors to patio.
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower and basin.
Separate WC and basin.
Electric heating with night storage heating.
Microwave, fridge-freezer, shared indoor pool and laundry facilities (at an extra cost), including washing machines and tumble dryers, dishwasher, TV with Blu-ray, DVD, WiFi, Phone, Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for one car.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, Sorry no smoking.
Pub less than 1 mile from property.
Nearby points of interest
- Summerleaze Beach
- The Castle Bude
- Clovelly Village
- Museum of Witchcraft and Magic
Reviews (19)
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Cheryl
We have already booked next year as the cottage offers everything we need for a break away. Thank you.
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Anna-marie
Joan was very welcoming and we enjoyed the sweet treats that she had left us on arrival. The cottage is well equipped and we personally loved the décor and all the local pictures and paintings. The cottage was very clean and having the use of the swimming pool on site was great. Good location and was quiet during our stay. We will definitely be returning soon.
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Annette
. last year was great, however although the cottage was clean and well stocked with equipment etc. it had an overwhelming smell of âwet dogâ when we arrived. I think it had been shut up for a couple of days. We do not have a dog so probably noticed it more. The febreze had run out so we purchased our own.