Ocean House
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This large coastal retreat is just moments from the beach, boasting sea views, comforting interiors, fabulous outdoor space, including a games room, and stunning bedrooms.
Standing tall on aptly named Ocean View Road, Ocean House is within reaching distance of Bude’s many spectacular beaches. Sleeping 10, the house is spacious with a contemporary style, yet brimming with home comforts and thoughtful interior touches for a truly welcoming stay.
Located on a quiet residential road, Ocean House is a gleaming white building, which houses a beautifully spacious family home. Immaculately presented, it balances both comfort with luxury. Spending any amount of time here, it’s clear to see that the owners of Ocean House, work in the world of interiors and design and have created a space where guests can enjoy Cornwall and all its delights. High standard, tasteful décor completes the lavish picture: luxurious beds, comfy sofas, a log burner, and luscious rear garden are all features which make this a delightful stay to remember for all the right reasons.
Arriving you’ll be greeted by a large, gated driveway, where Ocean House with its large sash-style windows and laidback coastal vibes await. Split over three floors, downstairs you’ll find a contemporary open-plan kitchen/diner with floor-to-ceiling windows and bi-folding doors out to the raised decking for inside/outside living. The kitchen is brimming with premium integrated appliances, including a Quooker Hot Water Tap, while the convenient separate utility room houses a washing machine, tumble dryer and additional fridge freezer.
On this floor you’ll also find an elegantly styled living space complete with two sinkable Loaf sofas, a Stûv wood-burning insert, large smartTV, and double aspects windows flooding the space with natural light. There’s a separate snug/office space for those who need to work while away, or kick back in peace. Plus, a handy downstairs WC.
On the second floor, choose between four beautifully appointed bedrooms. Will you opt for a king-size room with sea views, a further king size with its own shower ensuite, a room featuring a zip’n’link which can be set up as a twin or lavish king, or the cosy double with gorgeous countryside outlook. There’s also a newly renovated family bathroom with decadent Bert and May handmade tiles, a double sink, and large walk-in shower.
The master bedroom rightly deserves its own floor. Situated on the top level, the sumptuous king-size bed, stretching sea views, built-in storage space and a showstopping adjoining ensuite are calling. The ensuite is striking, with floor-to-ceiling windows, guests can enjoy a soak in the freestanding bath with views across the stunning Cornish countryside. There’s a separate walk-in shower, and his and her twin sinks.
Another property highlight has to be the stunning gardens here at Ocean House. A peaceful sanctuary, it’s bursting with lush flora, from apple and fig trees to agapanthus, hydrangeas and leafy Cornish palms, it’s a vibrant, botanical haven. An enclosed space, there’s no shortage of outdoor furniture here either to sit back and enjoy this serene spot, featuring award-winning designer Matthew Hilton’s outdoor chairs, tables and benches, plus two sun loungers. Guests can wash away a day at the beach with the handy heated outdoor shower, and if a day of adventuring has built up an appetite, why not enjoy some alfresco Cornish dining, taking advantage of the charcoal BBQ. Meanwhile at the front of the property guests can enjoy plenty of private parking, plus exclusive use of the built-in EV charger.
Guests can put their competitive streak to the test at Ocean House. If outdoor play is your thing, try your hand at pétanque. Much like the much-loved game of boules, the pitch is situated at the bottom of the garden. Or perhaps you’re a keen dartist or pool player, head to the games room where sporting challenges await, by the raised decking.
With Blue-Flag awarded Crooklets Beach less than a five-minute stroll away, you’re also in walking distance to Bude’s fabulous town centre, offering a variety of shops, restaurants, golf course, heritage attractions and plenty of walking opportunities for outdoor adventures.
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Facilities
High-quality bed linen and towels are provided at all Pure Cornwall properties. Where a cot is supplied, guests are kindly asked to bring their own cot bedding.
Downstairs
- Modern open-plan kitchen/diner. There’s a large island with induction hob, and full suite of integrated Siemens appliances including Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Microwave/Oven Combi and Quooker Hot Water Tap. There’s bi-fold doors leading out to raised decking.
- Utility room featuring AEG Tumble Dryer, LG Washing Machine and additional Bosch Double Fridge/Freezer.
- Large dining table seating 10, with Vitra Tip Ton chairs.
- The office/snug features a desk and office chair, a 55” LG smartTV, sofa and arm chair.
- The living room features two Loaf sofas, Panasonic smartTV and Soundbar, Stûv wood-burning insert.
- A designed ‘Play Barn’ with a multi use games table and dart board.
- Downstairs WC, via two steps.
Upstairs
- Bedroom one – master bedroom on top floor – features sea views, a king-size bed, built-in storage, small TV and an ensuite with freestanding bath, a separate walk-in shower, and double sinks.
- Bedroom two features a zip-and-link (set as a super-king or twins) with large built-in wardrobes.
- Bedroom three is a king size room with plenty of built-in storage, and sea views.
- Bedroom four is a double in size with a wardrobe.
- Bedroom five is a king size with built-in wardrobes, and shower ensuite.
- Modern family bathroom with a double sink and walk-in shower.
Outside
- Large gated driveway parking for up to three cars, plus an EV charger (TAP app required).
- A spacious and enclosed rear garden with raised decking, a Matthew Hilton Eos garden table, bench, and plenty of chairs, plus two sun loungers and charcoal BBQ.
- Bespoke boule/pétanque pitch.
- Heated outdoor shower.
Please Note
- There are five fans at Ocean House.
Location
Location is approximate
Activities
Ocean House is situated in the seaside town of Bude, which sits on the North Cornwall and Devon border and offers a traditional beachside holiday for couples and families alike.
A five-minute stroll from the property, there are two sandy beaches located in the town itself, Summerleaze Beach and Crooklets Beach. Both have beach huts available for hire and overlooking Summerleaze Beach is the Bude Sea Pool, which is a free tidal swimming pool that is run and maintained by a team of volunteers (so donations are welcomed). Other beaches only a couple of miles away are Widemouth Bay, Northcott Mouth and Sandymouth Beach, all of which showcase dramatic scenery.
There are a variety of cafes and bars if you are looking to eat out, from The Barge (a floating cafe on Bude’s canal) to The Beach that serves fine dining and cocktails with fantastic views out to sea.
If you are seeking an active holiday, then Bude has a number of surf, paddleboard and adventure activity schools to help you have fun, whilst staying safe. Bude’s beaches are favoured with surfers, kite surfers and paddle boarders. There are surf hire huts too, for those who are just ‘trying it out’.
The Bude canal has fun for all the family with pedal boats and rowing boats for hire, followed by a spot of shopping on the canal side at The Wharf, where you will find many local artisan items for sale. Throughout summer, there is also the Bude Farmers Market held each Friday and you can also find a proper Cornish ice-cream here to cool down with.
Widemouth Bay sits just a couple of miles south of Bude and while it benefits from all the Bude has to offer, is a slightly quieter setting. It is a beachside village dotted with cafes and bars, plus everything you need for a great day at the beach. Surf hire and surf schools are available and there is a very chilled out feeling to this area.
Bude and Widemouth Bay are close to the A39, which makes it easy to explore the North Cornwall and Devon coastline. Only a short drive away are the historic villages of Tintagel and Boscastle, steeped in legends and folklore. Padstow is also only an hours drive from Bude, and is favoured among foodies with many talented chefs serving up fresh local food.
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Thanks for a wonderful stay - we've really appreciated the space and comfort of the house and garden.
We all appreciated the warm outdoor shower to rinse off sand after wonderful body-boarding at the beach. We had a windy week - but managed a lunch in the garden and quite a few games of pétanque. The children all loved the air hockey - the adults appreciated the well-equipped kitchen and utility. It was a great treat for the two year old to have "new toys” to borrow for the week... with 4 lively youngsters we didn’t seem to spend much time on the sofas!
Christine, Paul & Family - May 2025