Dairy Cottage Bude

Dairy Cottage sits within a small complex of cottages on the edge of Poughill, roughly 2.7 km north of Bude. The upside-down layout puts the living room and kitchen on the upper floor, making use of the natural light rather than keeping it below. Bedrooms are a king-size and a bunk room, sleeping up to 4 guests, with a family bathroom and a dishwasher.

The complex includes a heated indoor pool, games room, and outdoor play area - facilities that cost extra almost everywhere else but are included here at no additional charge. A private enclosed courtyard provides outdoor seating. Crooklets Beach and Summerleaze Beach are each 2.7 km away, with Bude's town centre and canal accessible from either.

EV charging is on-site, and up to 2 dogs are welcome. No Wi-Fi, so worth checking signal on your mobile network before booking. Rated 4.7 across 7 reviews.

Best for families with young children who want pool access without heading to a resort. Less good for those who rely on a Wi-Fi connection throughout the stay.

Poughill itself is a quiet village on the edge of Bude, with a pub within walking distance. The Bude Canal towpath runs through town and connects to the coast, making it a flat walk option when the clifftop paths feel too exposed. EV charging on-site is a practical advantage for the increasing number of visitors arriving by electric vehicle. Northcott Mouth, a quieter beach with no lifeguard cover, is 2.9 km north of the property.