Gwelmor | Holiday Cottage Widemouth Bay, North Cornwall near Bude | Self Catering Cornwall

About Gwelmor

Gwelmor is a multi-award-winning family and dog-friendly holiday cottage just five minutes walk from the beach at Widemouth Bay, north Cornwall.

Contemporary and spaciously laid out, the cottage sleeps six in three bedrooms, is set on a single level with a fully enclosed garden, making it a great retreat for the whole family.
Gwelmor was named the Dog Friendly Business of the Year in the South West Tourism Excellence Awards 2021/2022 and in the Cornwall Tourism Awards 2021/22, having won Bronze in the previous two years.

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Best dog friendly house we have ever stayed in

Great house and so comfy, best dog friendly house we have ever stayed in, had everything we needed and more!! Fantastic location and we loved the beach so much and just a short drive to Bude. Beach House Fantastic meal on their Global Curry Night and walking distance and dog friendly so perfect. We will defo be back again.

Mark, Nancy, Molly, Cam, Keely, Amiee and fur babies Woody, Wilson and Walter

November 29, 2024

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Dogs are equally welcome (as opposed to tolerated)

This was our third visit to Gwelmor, and second trip this year! Everything was fantastic as always. Spotlessly clean; well equipped and super dog-friendly. To say that dogs are equally welcome (as opposed to ‘tolerated’) is an understatement. We know the ropes, and the places to go and explore but it was brilliant to be down in the autumn. The dogs thoroughly enjoyed being able to whizz around on the beaches, at any time of the day. And Gwelmor was warm and cosy to come home to. We had amazing weather, and sunsets too. Even braved the chill to join the sunrise surfers. It was brilliant.

Alex, Robin and Casper

November 15, 2024

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Another terrific week here at Gwelmor

Another terrific week here at Gwelmor. The weather was fantastic and the house was welcoming as ever. Sad to be leaving - we hope to be back again soon. Many thanks

Fraser, Kirsten, Benjamin (7), Arlo, Carol & Eric

November 1, 2024

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Gwelmor itself is ideally situated for the beach and is amazingly quiet too

The weather has been mixed but that hasn't stopped us enjoying our holiday. The property is well equipped and very comfortable. We appreciate all the extras for both humans and dogs - thank you so much! Widemouth Bay cafe is lovely and we had a lovely roast dinner at Black Rock cafe on Tuesday - excellent value at £12.50 for two courses! We had several visits to Bude and had a tasty lunch at the Brendon Arms - very dog and toddler friendly. We aso spotted Malcolm (the Mandarin duck) on the canal which delighted our grandson. Gwelmor itself is ideally situated for the beach and is amazingly quiet too with excellent view of the starry sky on cloud free nights. We loved everything about the bungalow - decor, comfort, fully enclosed garden etc etc etc!

Paul, Paula, Ciaran, Sean, Charlotte, Archie (Nellie, Cara, Buster & Baxter)

October 11, 2024

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Attractions & activities

From rainforests to sheep racing... we're not kidding!

Walk The South West Coast Path

The South West Coast Path runs 630 miles from Somerset to Dorset. The breath-taking stretch along north Cornwall falls right on Gwelmor's doorstep and has some seriously arduous climbs, but the rewards are worth the effort. We're are on a mission to walk entire path and are blogging each leg along the way.

North Cornwall

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Bude Sea Pool

Bude has its very own semi-natural sea pool just above Summerleaze Beach. Open daily and free to swim thanks to the dedicated work of the Friends of Bude Sea Pool charity. Dogs on leads welcome, a water bowl is provided but there’s no shade.

Bude

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Summerleaze Beach

With its craggy rock-pools, colourful beach huts, open-air sea pool, surf schools, kayaking and outdoor pursuits, Summerleaze Beach has it all. The beach is dog friendly all year round but must be kept on a lead from May 21 to September 30 10am to 6pm.

Bude

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Places to eat & drink

Dining out in Widemouth Bay and the surrounding area.

The Falcon Hotel

If you're like us and love a Sunday Roast, then this is the place for you. The traditional beef with trimmings is sensational and is served in a warm and friendly environment. The hotel overlooks Bude canal, is close to Summerleaze and Crooklets beaches and has dining room tables which are dog friendly. Book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Bude

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Temple

The ethos behind this cosy restaurant is to 'bridge the gap between local suppliers and your plate'. And it doesn't disappoint. Menus change with the season and they encourage you to order things you've never heard of - and trust them.

Bude

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The Weir

A great place for the whole family. Dine out on locally produced food in a great location overlooking the lake. Meanwhile the kids are kept entertained with the interactive wildlife centre and playground. Dogs are welcome in the garden and the centre has its spa too for a spot of pampering.

Whalesborough, Bude

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