Kilkhampton, Near Bude
The Curates Wing @ The Old Rectory
Enchanting grade II listed holiday cottage
From £440 / week
Fishing Cottages in Bude
Cast a line into the Atlantic and you begin to understand why anglers keep coming back to this stretch of North Cornwall. The best fishing cottages in Bude put you minutes from the Bude Canal, the rocky shore marks and the surf-battered headlands where bass, pollock and mackerel run with the tides. Bude is not a gentle, sheltered harbour town — it faces the full weight of the ocean, and that rawness is precisely the point. Self-catering here means early starts without disturbing anyone, tackle dried and stowed before breakfast, and evenings spent watching the swell roll in from a cottage that smells faintly, pleasantly, of salt.
Not sure which of these in Bude?
Nr Widemouth Bay
Stoneleigh Knowle
A charming converted barn, surrounded by Cornish countryside
From £795 / week
Launcells, nr Bude
Ravenscourt
An impressive former rectory, set in beautiful gardens offering a tranquil retreat
From £1,995 / week
Crackington Haven, Nr Bude
Atlantic Haven
Picturesque character coastal cottage for two
From £795 / week
Kilkhampton, near Bude
The Stables at The Old Rectory
Cosy Cottage retreat for two in Kilkhampton, Bude
From £350 / week
Bude
Ocean Edge at Penarvor
A luxury Bude beachfront apartment with unrivalled sea views
From £995 / week
Kilkhampton, nr Bude
The Old Rectory
Stunning large period property with gorgeous expansive gardens
From £860 / week
Bude
Ocean House
A large coastal retreat, moments from Bude's beaches
From £1,360 / week
Kilkhampton, nr Bude
The Old Rectory Estate
Exclusive use of three stunning period properties with gorgeous gardens
From £1,610 / week
St Gennys, Crackington Haven, Nr Bude
Trevigue Cottage
A large and spacious character coastal cottage
From £800 / week
Bude
Halekulani
Short walk from beautiful Bude beaches
From £1,000 / week
Bude
Northcott Cabin
Romantic retreat near the coast
From £400 / week
FAQs
Common questions
Shore fishing from the rocks and beaches is the main draw, with bass, pollock, wrasse and mackerel among the most common catches. The Bude Canal offers a completely different experience — calm freshwater fishing for coarse species, well away from the surf. Boat charter fishing is also available seasonally from nearby launch points. Check local conditions and licensing requirements before you go, as rules vary by location and method.
For freshwater fishing, including the Bude Canal, you need a valid rod licence from the Environment Agency — these are available online and cover England and Wales. Sea fishing from the shore or a boat does not currently require a licence for recreational anglers. Always check the latest regulations before your visit, as rules can change, and some stretches of water may have additional local bylaws.
Bude fishing self-catering works across all seasons, though the fishing itself shifts. Bass and mackerel tend to peak through the warmer months, while winter brings rough-weather species and far fewer crowds. The canal fishes well in spring and autumn. Off-season stays are often quieter and the coastal light in winter is extraordinary. Use the availability filters on this page to see what suits your preferred dates.
Many properties here welcome dogs, which suits anglers well — a dog is good company on a long shore session. Bear in mind that some beaches in Cornwall have seasonal restrictions on dogs, typically running from late spring to early autumn on the main sands, though quieter coves and the canal towpath are generally more relaxed year-round. Filter by pet-friendly options in the listings to find the right cottage for you and your dog.
