Pen Cliff Holiday Seaside Chalet in Crackington Haven, Bude, Cornwall.
A delightful, wooden chalet nestled into the side of the cliff with amazing views over the beach at Crackington Haven.
A very special self-catering chalet by the sea. Sleeps 2-4 in one double and one bunk room & cot.
Just a few yards from the beach, quietly situated right on the coast path and within easy walking distance from a good pub and a couple of nice cafes, imagine the wonderful possibilities a holiday at Pen Cliff can provide.........
Watch the weather over the sea and make your own forecast.
WHEN THE WEATHER'S GOOD......
Enjoy long, lazy days on the beach. Hire a surf-board and go surfing, especially good conditions in the spring and autumn.
Walk the rugged coast path starting at the garden gate, and discover the dramatic scenery on this part of the Cornish coast that has been designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Take the bus that passes through Crackington Haven to Boscastle or even Bude and walk back along the cliffs.
Amble up through the valley beside the stream, at best in the spring when you will see carpets of spring flowers in the woodlands and hedgerows. There are endless, beautiful spots to enjoy a picnic.
On a south-facing slope, Pen Cliff has all the sunlight a day will give. Imagine dining al fresco, on the terrace, with a spectacular backdrop of sea, cliffs and sky. The sunsets are wonderful. With the living area opening onto the terrace it's so easy to take your meals and drinks outside or light the BBQ.
If you have small children, imagine how nice it would be to bring them back to the chalet for a nap while you can read a good book or sunbathe in the privacy of your own garden with a view.
If the children are older, they could even have the freedom of going to the beach while you relax at Pen Cliff. Whilst everyone should always have a healthy respect for the potential dangers of the sea there is the added assurance of life-guard cover during the summer at Crackington Haven which has a reputation of being one of the safest and cleanest beaches on the North Cornish coast.
WHEN THE WEATHER IS LESS THAN GOOD......
If you bring your wellingtons.....You can still enjoy amazing walks and strolls on the beach.
You can relax in a comfy chair and watch stormy seas from the sitting room at Pen Cliff.
You can pop down to the pub for a tasty meal and a convivial drink.
WHERE TO GO AND WHAT TO DO FURTHER AFIELD:
Whilst it is perfectly feasible to forget the car for a week, no doubt guests will want to explore the varied attractions that Cornwall offers most of which are within an hour's drive.
There are numerous National Trust properties, the Eden Project at St Austell, lovely gardens, the wild, atmospheric beauty of Bodmin moor, the picturesque fishing villages of Boscastle and Port Isaac and bustling Padstow, sandy beaches and secluded coves, inland market towns, sleepy villages with ancient churches, the New Tate at St Ives and smaller art galleries everywhere, hassle-free shopping in Cornwall's only city of Truro, purchase sought after surf wear in nearby Bude and Newquay, visit King Arthur's ruined cliff-top castle at Tintagel or the highly-acclaimed newly opened Falmouth Maritime Museum.
Golf, squash, tennis, surfing, wind-surfing, canoeing, rock-climbing, horse-riding, ten-pin bowling, paint-balling, course-fishing and sea-fishing, cycle-hire, two cinemas, an all-weather family adventure park etc are available within half an hour.
Shopping
There is a well-stocked village shop and off-license a mile up the hill at Higher Crackington. There are a choice of shops and Supermarkets in Bude.
Pen Cliff is accessed via a short walk up the coast path with private parking across the coast road.
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WHEN YOU DON'T FEEL LIKE COOKING....
We serve delicious home-cooked dinners once or twice a week and we recommend that you reserve a table in advance as we are also open to non-residents. Our own beef and lamb is often on the menu and all ingredients used in our cooking are sourced as locally as possible.
On other evenings there are several possibilities. The closest pubs are one on the junction of the A30 at Wainhouse Corner and the Combe Barton Inn by the beach at Crackington.
It is difficult to make strong recommendations as people have different criteria and places can change hands etc. During the busiest times establishments are often over-stretched and you may have to wait a while, which hopefully will not matter too much when you are on holiday. If you have found somewhere you like and would like to share your 'find' please tell us about it.
At the time of writing this [June 2008] these are the current recommendations. Reservations are adviseable during the summer months and at week-ends to be sure of a table and please ask us if you would like us to make a phone call for you.
Trevigue Farm Courtyard Restaurant Open on Fridays and Saturdays and some Thursdays and also occasional Sunday lunch-times. Situated on the coast road 5 minutes south of Crackington Haven. Lovely imaginative menus using lots of local produce in unique surroundings. Tel .01840 230418
The Tree Inn at Stratton. Our favourite pub, 20 minutes north. Ancient coaching Inn with really good pub food, great scallops, home-made chips, fresh vegetables etc. The place for Sunday Lunch. Tel. 01288 352038.
The Castle Restaurant lovely small restaurant situated in Sir Goldsworthy Gurney's old home with views over the breakwater at Bude. Freshly cooked food with local caught fish and changing menu. Super for lunch or dinner and we think very good value. Tel 01288 350543.
Life's a Beach well-established lively restaurant overlooking Summerleaze beach at Bude. Good for sea food. Tel. 01288 355222.
Chung's Chinese Takeaway is the best in Bude if you fancy sitting on the cliffs watching the sunset. Tel. 01288 352387.
The Cobweb Inn at Boscastle. 15 minutes dirve south. Friendly, straight-forward, no-frills pub food at very reasonable prices. Don't expect fresh vegetables but you'll be OK for steaks etc. No bar reservations but small restaurant upstairs. Tel. 01840 250278.
The Riverside Restaurant at Boscastle Has a very good reputation both for food and value. Tel 01840 250216.
The Napoleon Inn at Boscastle at the top of the old village street. Very quaint old pub with reasonable pub food. Tel 01840 250204.
Elements Restaurant at the Bude end of Widemouth Bay. Contemporary restaurant with seaviews and lovely food. Tel. 01288 352386.
Rick Stein's Seafood Restauarant at Padstow. probably needs no introduction but you definitely need to book! Tel. 01841 532700.
The Cabin Cafe and The Haven Cafe down by the sea at Crackington Haven both serve great food with lots of home-made specialities. Both are highly recommended and The Cabin is often open on fine evenings for BBQs and you can BYO wine/beer.
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PEN CLIFF TARIFF
Weeks commencing Saturday. (Saturday changeover)
Prices from £285 to £750 per week.
Low season short breaks available, prices on application
BOOKING TERMS
Once you have checked availability a deposit of one third is required at the time of booking with the balnce due 6 weeks prior to your holiday. Please make cheques payable to C.W. and R. C. Crocker.
Cancellations
If you cancel your booking prior to arrival and we are not able to re-let the vacancy, your deposit will be refunded minus a small administration fee.
If we are unable to re-book the vacancy you will be liable to pay the full cost of the vacancy. You may wish to cover any possible loss by taking out very reasonable cancellation insurance. Please ask for details.
