The seafront apartment that’s one of the UK’s most booked holiday homes
WE DO like to be beside the seaside and you can be in the UK’s most-booked holiday home.
Located in Bude in Cornwall, you’ll find one of the most popular holiday homes in the entire country – and once you get a glimpse of the inside you’ll know why.
The holiday home called No 1 sits right by the beach and even has its own beach access.
Holidaycottages.co.uk analysed data from across total booking numbers, website views and the percentage of five-star reviews, and No 1 came out on top.
The home features two light and airy bedrooms with wood panelling and king size beds, one of which can be split into two single beds.
One of the bedrooms also has an en suite with a shower.
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There is an open plan living area, with a kitchen and dining space including two leather sofas and a Smart TV.
In the kitchen there are all the appliances and more that you would want for a stay, as well as a breakfast bar that seats four people.
The lounge area boasts amazing views of the beach too.
As for outside space, there are two spots to choose from.
At the front of the apartment there is an outside terrace with views of the sea and at the back of the apartment there is a private patio with a shower.
And for a touch of luxury, there is even a private sauna.
One recent guest, Marion, said: “Watching and listening to the waves a stone’s throw from an amazing apartment was a grand way to spend the week, the view is spectacular and yes, we did venture into sea!”
No 1 sleeps up to four people and a three night stay in January costs from £781, which is £65 per person, per night.
The house also overlooks Crooklets Beach, which is a popular spot among surfers and has a cafe as well as a kids’ play area.
If you wanted to, there are also huts for hire and showers for rinsing off the salty water and sand.
One recent visitor said: “Lovely beach with a mix of pebbles at top and then into sand so lots of fun for the children.
“Great rock pools and rocks to climb around.”
Another visitor said: “The beach was lovely and quiet.
“Parking very close by and a cafe and also a restaurant serving pub-style food and pizza.
“At the beach there is also a coastal path along the cliffs above and a World War II pillbox built into the cliffs.”
Alternatively, neighbouring Crooklets Beach is Summerleaze Beach – another popular spot as there is plenty of space for families to spread out and lifeguards are present.
Between the two beaches you will find Bude Sea Pool, which is ideal for swimming in when the sea is too rough.
In the town, you can explore a number of independent shops and boutiques, as well as cosy restaurants and pubs.
If you fancy a bite to eat then head to Rosie’s Kitchen, which serves smoothies, milkshakes, coffee, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
For example, you could opt for Rosie’s Breakfast with butcher’s sausage, smoked bacon, fried egg, black pudding, field mushroom, hash brown, half-roasted tomato, baked beans and bread for £12.
From 12pm onwards you could even have some bubble and squeak, with two fried eggs and chimichurri for £14.
A beer will set you back £5 and a small glass of wine £4.90.
And golf fans can even head to Bude and North Cornwall Golf Club.
If you are looking for something more historical to do, then head to The Castle Bude, which was built nearly 200 years ago in 1830 and is home to a museum, art gallery and a cafe.
It is also free to visit the castle.
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