Place, Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
18 min walk
Bude Beach
Place, Bude Beach
9 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds and 1 Crib
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Widemouth Bay, 300m from the sandy beach, child friendly (No pets allowed)
Close enough to easily walk to the beach but away from the coastal road and its traffic, 'Tanglin' is a detached 3 bedroom bungalow on a quiet side road. It has a large garden ensuring a degree of privacy.
It should be clear from the photos that the bungalow is unpretentious so holiday makers looking for ultimate luxury may need to look elsewhere and compromise on location or set aside a larger budget. Tanglin is our own family holiday home and we enjoy comfortable, relaxed seaside holidays in it.
All three bedrooms are at the back of the house guaranteeing an undisturbed sleep for younger children. (Bedroom 3 has a blackout blind to help) There are 'sea glimpses' rather than sea views from all of the bedrooms. It is set back far enough from the road to give driveway parking for 2 large cars though it is possible to enjoy a holiday without ever driving anywhere until it's time to leave. Neighbouring properties have been described by Estate Agents as being "a stone's throw" or 200m from the beach though we have measured it at 300m to the shoreline and timed it about 3 minutes walk. The map shows its position accurately!
See the floorplan amongst the photos to understand the layout fully.
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Sorry, we only let to family groups / couples.
Please be advised that electricity is supplied via a £1 slot meter (non profit making)
Beds will be made up ready for your arrival, please ensure that your online booking contains an accurate number of guests.
Please bring your own towels etc.
A full set of instructions will be emailed when the key is posted.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Bude
Located in Bude, this holiday home is near the beach. Ivyleaf Golf Course & Driving Range and Holsworthy Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Harlequinns Leisure and Holsworthy Leisure Centre. Consider The Castle Bude for a night out or The Hidden Valley Discovery Park if you're travelling with kids. Surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Bude Beach - 9 min drive - 5.5 km
Crooklets Beach - 12 min drive - 6.8 km
North Devon Coast - 40 min drive - 40.1 km
Restaurants
Electric Bakery - 7 min drive
The Tree Inn - 7 min drive
The Brendon Arms - 5 min drive
Subway - 7 min drive
Bay View Inn - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Widemouth Bay, 300m from the sandy beach, child friendly (No pets allowed) pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Widemouth Bay, 300m from the sandy beach, child friendly (No pets allowed)?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Widemouth Bay, 300m from the sandy beach, child friendly (No pets allowed) on 27 June 2026 start from AU$276, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Widemouth Bay, 300m from the sandy beach, child friendly (No pets allowed)?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Widemouth Bay, 300m from the sandy beach, child friendly (No pets allowed)?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Widemouth Bay, 300m from the sandy beach, child friendly (No pets allowed)?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Widemouth Bay, 300m from the sandy beach, child friendly (No pets allowed) located?
This family-friendly Bude holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Widemouth Bay Beach and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Millook Haven Beach and The Gildhouse Poundstock are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We literally had the best week
The whole process of booking to travelling down was made so easy with amazing communication from both Tim and Emma
The bungalow is in the most perfect location right on the beach every thing you need is to hand in the property we literally packed our clothes and towels and we’re off on our way to Cornwall
We just fell in love with the place
Huge thanks Tim and Emma x
We will be returning
Debs and family x
Debbie P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2021
We're delighted that you enjoyed your holiday and hope that you will stay again soon!
Emma and Tim.
The location is ideal. It is a stone's throw from the beach and in walking distance to board hire and a good restaurant. The property isn't super-modern, but has everything we needed. It also has NowTV which is a plus if the weather turns bad. The garden is huge by modern standards. We had a fantastic week and were thinking of booking again before we even left.
Matthew C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2022
We were so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your very kind review.
Tim and Emma
Archival
8/10 Good
Ian B.
5 June 2017
We thought the website listing for your house was entirely accurate, and we were very satisfied.
The cottage was exactly as described in the advert. Its so nice getting ready for the beach in the house then wandering 100 yards to start swimming and surfing. Then back "home" to shower n change and a spot of lunch. As the beach is so near you can go surfing in the afternoon too.
We found a few pubs nearby and the food was most excellent and the staff very welcoming.
The key arrived just before the holiday, this was obviously well organised. Also just before the holiday a long email arrived, stating exactly what is supplied as part of the holiday and what you need to bring.
As this cottage is only 4 hours away, I'll certainly book again.
So a big thank you to Tim and Emma
Wir haben dort eine sehr schöne Zeit verbracht. Die Lage ist super, direkt am Strand von Widemouthbay. Der Kontakt mit dem Vermieter war nett und unkompliziert. Gerne wieder.
Christine B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your kind review!
Best Wishes,
Tim and Emma
We really enjoyed our week's stay in Tanglin, the location was great - less than 2 minute walk to the beach and 5 minutes to lovely restaurants overlooking the bay. We would definitely recommend and are hoping to stay again.
Victoria H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2021
Thank you, Victoria for your kind review. We were very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and hope that you are able to stay again.
Tim and Emma.
Retro bungalow with beautiful garden and few minutes walk to beach. Great access for surf and beautiful coastal walks. Tanglin is exactly as described in the listing. We enjoyed our stay in this family friendly home. Be prepared with plenty of £1 coins for the meter in case of bad weather which we had.
Tricia A.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2021
Thank you Tricia for your kind review, we hope that you have better weather next time if you choose to stay again!
Tim and Emma
I've been coming to Widemouth since my childhood, and my mother since her's, in the war. The short walk to the sea and local shop were perfect, and we loved the view of sheep, lambs, pheasants, rabbits and a cat from the back garden. So peaceful. The bungalow as very clean, well appointed, nicely furnished and comfortable; on a rainy day we sat and watched dog walkers and runners through the windows! I would definitely go again.
Sally P.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2021
Thank you very much for your kind comments and generous review!
Great location, property everything advertised to be.
Andrew W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
About the host
Hosted by Tim Woolcock
We are a family of 5 living in Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire. We have 3 children and we generally fit our own holidays in Tanglin around bookings as they come in.
Why they chose this property
Tim's grandparents bought Tanglin as a holiday home in the mid 1970s and it has been in the family ever since. We have been enjoying the benefits of their foresight ever since. There have been many properties built in Widemouth since but few have that perfect balance of closeness to beach and privacy. We used to enjoy staying in Tanglin as a couple but since having children of our own, we have come to appreciate its location and layout even more so.
What makes this property unique
The garden is massive! The beach is close enough to walk barefoot to and from. The bedrooms are all at the back of the house but are well above ground level for even more privacy. There is parking for 2 large cars on the driveway. We do not allow pets so you will find no trace of pets in the house.