Kilkhampton, near Bude · Cornwall
The Stables at The Old Rectory
“Cosy Cottage retreat for two in Kilkhampton, Bude”
From £350 / week
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At a Glance
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Cosy cottage sleeping 2
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Roughly 3 miles to stunning Sandymouth Beach
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A 5-minute walk to Kilkhampton village with two pubs
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Mezzanine-level double bedroom
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Private patio with BBQ and shared fire pit
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Parking for one car and EV charger
About the cottage
About The Stables at The Old Rectory
Welcome to The Stables, a charming holiday cottage in North Cornwall, perfect for a relaxing retreat for two. Within in the picturesque grounds of The Old Rectory, The Stables offers a delightful blend of comfort and character, ensuring a memorable stay. The property is in convenient proximity to Kilkhampton village amenities, whilst enjoying spectacular views towards Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor, and has the fantastic beaches of Bude just a short drive away.
The cottage comfortably accommodates two guests with a mezzanine-level bedroom featuring a double bed. It’s worth noting that the stairs are steep and not for the faint hearted so if you have any mobility issues this may not be right for you. The ground floor includes a spacious kitchen with a dining area, providing all the essentials for your stay, such as an electric cooker, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge, and a small freezer in the cupboard. The bathroom, also located on the ground floor, includes a bath with overhead shower, a basin, and a toilet.
The sunken sitting room creates a relaxing, cosy atmosphere with a sofa, electric fire, and a workspace area. The properties is not short of entertainment, options include enjoying a favourite film or binging a box set on the Smart TV (access to guest’s own Netflix and Amazon Prime) a DVD player, an Echo Dot and Bluetooth speaker to perfect your holiday vibe, and a selection of board games and books.
Step outside to the private patio, where you’ll find outdoor seating and a table, perfect for al fresco dining. A BBQ is available for guest use, and there is also access to a shared fire pit. The middle lawn is shared with the neighbouring property, providing additional space for relaxation. Although the garden area is not enclosed, it remains a lovely space to enjoy the outdoors.
The Stables also offers practical amenities such as a tumble dryer, washing machine, and drying racks in the shared laundry room. Parking is available for one car, and the property is dog-friendly so furry friends are welcome to join you during your stay.
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Floorplan
Facilities
High-quality bed linen and towels are provided at all of Cornish Secrets properties.
Where a cot is supplied, guests are kindly asked to bring their own cot bedding.
- Spacious ground floor kitchen and dining area.
- Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC.
- Sunken sitting room with a sofa, electric fire, and workspace. There’s a Smart TV (guest’s own Netflix/Amazon Prime), DVD player, Echo Dot, Bluetooth speaker, board games, and books.
- Mezzanine-level bedroom with a double bed (please note stairs are steep).
- Private patio with seating and table.
- BBQ available, shared fire pit access.
- Shared middle lawn for additional relaxation space.
- Access to shared laundry room with tumble dryer, washing machine, and drying racks.
- Parking for one car.
- Dog-friendly property, but garden is not enclosed.
- EV charger available – payment via an app.
- The boundaries are not fenced off so take care with small children and dogs, especially the duck pond beside the driveway (although this is fenced off).
- For the security of the property and our guests, there is a camera located externally on the garage overlooking the main entrance and parking area. There are no surveillance devices inside the property or covering any private guest areas.
Location
Kilkhampton, near Bude, Cornwall
Out & about
Close to The Stables at The Old Rectory
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Sandymouth Beach
Beach3.1 miles · 8 min drive
A National Trust beach backed by dramatic cliffs, with rock pools at low tide and reliably good surf conditions.
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London Inn
Food & drink0.2 miles · 4 min walk
The village local, just moments away — good for a pint after a long coastal walk without the need to plan an evening around it.
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Kilkhampton
Village0.2 miles · 4 min walk
A proper North Cornwall village with a fine medieval church, local shops and an unhurried pace that sets the tone for the week ahead.
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Moores Butchers
Food & drink0.3 miles · 6 min walk
A family butchers established over 100 years, it's well known for quality fresh meat, home reared locally on its own farm.
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Penstowe Castle
Landmark0.7 miles · 4 min drive · 14 min walk
An Iron Age earthwork on a ridge above the Tamar valley, quietly impressive and easy to explore on foot.
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The New Inn
Food & drink0.5 miles · 7 min drive · 10 min walk
A family-run 15th Century Inn and former brew house, with real ales and a kitchen that takes its food seriously.
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Duckpool
Beach3.2 miles · 10 min drive
A small, wild cove at the foot of a wooded valley — one of the least crowded stretches of the North Cornwall coast.
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Tamar Lakes Activity Centre
Activity3.5 miles · 10 min drive
A scenic pair of reservoirs located managed by the South West Lakes Trust, they offer a mix of outdoor recreation and wildlife watching.
Local knowledge
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About Kilkhampton, near Bude
Your corner of Cornwall.
The Stables at The Old Rectory is just six miles inland from Bude, sitting on the North Cornwall and Devon border and offering a traditional beachside holiday for couples and families alike. The house is located on the outskirts of the small village of Kilkhampton where a short walk away you will find there’s a Coop supermarket, local shops, Church, takeaways and pub.
There are two Blue Flag sandy beaches located in Bude 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 and are dog friendly all year round.
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 Elements at 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.
Pricing & Availability
The Stables at The Old Rectory is available weekly from a Saturday.
Other arrival dates and short breaks may also be available out of peak time.
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Good to know
- Booking fee £35 non-refundable
- Refundable damage deposit £200
- Dogs £35/dog/week - up to 2 dogs welcome with prior permission.
The damage deposit is held for the stay and returned within two weeks of departure, subject to deductions for any damage. All bookings are subject to our Terms & Conditions.
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