This striking contemporary beach house, designed by architect Ian Hogarth who featured on Grand Designs, sits just moments from Crooklets Beach in the seaside town of Bude, North Cornwall – a coastal escape for families and groups of friends with stunning sea views. Crooklets Beach is just 50 metres away, putting the sand and surf on the doorstep. Pastel painted beach huts line sandy white beaches and, with two beaches to choose from, there is plenty to keep everyone happy. Breathe in the fresh sea air and listen to the gulls call as salt crisps on your skin.
Inside, a reverse-living design places the open-plan living, kitchen and dining space on the second floor, with sliding doors onto the balcony to take in the coastal scenery. The light-filled living area has seating for eight, a log burner, Smart TV and Sonos soundbar, flowing into the dining space with an extendable oak table seating eight. The well-equipped kitchen features a double oven, microwave, induction hob, full-height fridge freezer, dishwasher and Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine, with a separate utility room on the ground floor housing a washer/dryer. Four bedrooms sleep up to eight guests across two floors, each with en suite bathrooms – bedroom three on the first floor offers sea views and balcony access. Locally sourced furnishings and artwork by Cornish artists feature throughout. Outside, two balconies with stunning sea views provide the perfect spot for morning coffee or evening drinks, while a private courtyard with Astroturf is enclosed and ideal for families. One private parking space is available, with an EV charger offered as a booking extra. A surf store with an outdoor shower is handy for rinsing off the sand.
Crooklets Beach delivers stand-out surf, while Summerleaze offers a unique tidal swimming pool. Listen to birdsong as you pedal boat along the canal, feel the exhilaration of bumpy trails and wind in your hair on the cycle paths, or wind down with a slow round of golf at the local club. Boutique shops and restaurants line the canal wharf, adding to the charm of this seaside town.