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Whalesborough Farm, Bude, North Cornwall

Find Your Still.
Find Your Whalesborough.

428 acres of working Cornish estate. 26 award-winning luxury cottages. A spa, a working estate restaurant, and the kind of quiet you've been looking for.

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The Heritage

A working estate, a luxury retreat.

Whalesborough Farm sits across 428 acres of wild Cornish countryside — and it is the heart of what makes this place so different. Home to alpacas, goats, pigs, chickens, donkeys, and the occasional wandering duck, this is a genuine working estate where nature sets the pace of every stay.

Wildflower meadows and planted woodland create a thriving habitat for wildlife. And our trails lead you directly to the South West Coast Path and on to the beaches of Widemouth Bay — all on foot from your door.

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Rolling green Cornish farmland with historic stone farmhouse and coastal views beyond Close-up of Cornish stone wall texture and rustic wooden door detail

Residences

The Collections

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The Farmhouse — Grade II listed 14th-century farmhouse at Whalesborough with inglenook fireplace

The Farmhouse

Sleeps 8  ·  Hot Tub  ·  Dog Friendly

Grade II listed, 14th-century. Inglenook fireplace, snooker table, cinema snug, 4 bedrooms.

From £580per night

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Gwari Spa Barn 3.0 — contemporary luxury lodge with floor-to-ceiling windows and private hot tub

Gwari Spa Barn 3.0

Sleeps 6  ·  Hot Tub  ·  Dog Friendly

Modern, classy, luxurious. Sonos system, Bosch kitchen, floor-to-ceiling windows.

From £420per night

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Medlands — luxury couples cottage at Whalesborough with open-plan living and private garden

Medlands

Sleeps 4  ·  Hot Tub  ·  Dog Friendly

Light, open, and beautifully finished. Private garden, hot tub, and views across the estate.

From £320per night

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Dog Friendly Hot Tub Sleeps 8+ For Couples For Families All 26 Cottages

The New Addition · Wellness Stays and Packages

The Arvor Suites.

22 self-catering suites on Whalesborough Farm. Named for the Cornish word for coast. Designed for couples, walkers, spa-goers, and anyone looking for a proper reset. Paired with seven curated Wellness Stays and Packages — from a pre-natal Baby Moon to the Cornish Health Kick.

Wellness Stays and Packages from £175 per person — booked direct with our team.

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Arvor Suite interior — modern, calm self-catering suite with countryside views at Whalesborough Farm

Summer on the Estate

The estate
in full bloom.

Summer brings Whalesborough at its most vivid. Wildflower meadows in full colour, the Atlantic swells building at Widemouth Bay, and the outdoor terrace at The Weir busy with long, lazy lunches.

The quieter weeks before the school holidays remain the estate at its most peaceful — spa mornings with the pool to yourself, farm walks in the golden hour, evenings beside a real log fire.

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Aerial view of Whalesborough Farm estate — 428 acres of Cornish countryside stretching toward the North Cornwall coast
The Whalesborough estate — future home of the Gwelva Residences, five front-row premium-view villas Coming Soon

For Sale · The Next Chapter

The All-New Gwelva Residences

Five front-row villas, four bedrooms each, commanding the estate’s finest views — the most exclusive way to own at Whalesborough. Designs revealed soon.

Guest Voices

Read our reviews on Tripadvisor
"Wow is all we can say — the resort is absolutely amazing, staff were so friendly."

— Hannah M.  ·  5-Star Tripadvisor Review

"This was our fourth visit to Whalesborough, and we will be booking to return again next year."

— The Penningtons, Bideford  ·  5-Star Tripadvisor Review

"The cottage was lovely, very clean and spacious. The outside space was excellent, totally enclosed for the dog."

— Jayne K.  ·  5-Star Tripadvisor Review

Dogs on the Cornish coast at sunset — Whalesborough is dog-friendly across all 26 cottages with enclosed gardens and on-site dog showers

Bring the Pack

Your dog will love it
as much as you will.

All 26 cottages are dog-friendly. Every one has an enclosed private garden and a Pooch Welcome Pack on arrival. The heated on-site dog wash means no muddy mess on the journey home.

The 428-acre estate and the South West Coast Path begin at your door. Year-round dog-friendly beaches — Widemouth Bay, Black Rock, Sandymouth — are minutes away.

  • Pooch Welcome Pack waiting in every cottage
  • Heated on-site dog wash station
  • Enclosed private gardens — all properties
  • Direct access to miles of SWCP trails
  • Year-round dog-friendly beaches nearby
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Awards & Recognition

Full accreditation details
Gold Award
Cornwall Tourism Awards 2024/25
Ethical, Responsible & Sustainable Tourism
5-Star Gold
VisitEngland
Multiple Properties
5-Star Gold
Visit Britain
Selected Cottages

Frequently Asked

Questions & answers.

What is Whalesborough Farm Resort & Spa?

Whalesborough Farm Resort & Spa is a five-star luxury self-catering resort set on a 428-acre working farm near Bude in North Cornwall. It comprises 26 award-winning dog-friendly cottages, 22 Arvor Suite self-catering suites, The W Club Spa (indoor pool, sauna, steam room, Technogym gym, and Gaia treatments), The Weir Restaurant (working estate lakeside dining), and an organic market garden — all held within one privately owned Cornish estate.

Where is Whalesborough Farm Resort?

Whalesborough Farm Resort & Spa is located at Whalesborough Farm, Marhamchurch, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 0JD. It is approximately 3 miles from Bude town centre and close to Widemouth Bay on the North Cornwall coast.

Are dogs allowed at Whalesborough Farm Resort?

Yes. All 26 cottages at Whalesborough are dog-friendly at no extra charge. Each cottage has an enclosed private garden, and the resort offers 428 acres of walking trails, a heated dog wash station, and a luxury pooch welcome pack on arrival. Up to 2 dogs are welcomed per cottage.

What is included with a cottage stay at Whalesborough?

Every cottage stay includes complimentary full access to The W Club Spa — featuring the indoor heated swimming pool (29–30°C), sauna, steam room, and Technogym fitness suite. The seasonal outdoor pool (17m × 8m) is also available in summer. Guests also have access to the working farm, organic market garden, farm animals, children's play areas, and all 428 acres of estate grounds.

How many cottages does Whalesborough have?

Whalesborough has 26 luxury self-catering cottages ranging from intimate 2-person retreats to large family properties sleeping up to 8. All are VisitEngland 5-Star rated, all are dog-friendly, and all include free access to The W Club Spa. There are also 22 Arvor Suite self-catering suites for couples and wellness breaks.

How do I book a stay at Whalesborough Farm Resort?

Cottages can be booked online through Landal at landal.co.uk/parks/whalesborough-resort or by calling 01288 361940. Arvor Suite Wellness Stays and Packages are booked directly by calling 01288 361940. Wellness Stays and Packages start from £175 per person for Arvor Suites, with cottage pricing varying by property and season.

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