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The Secret Roundhouse, East Thorne
Bude, Cornwall
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Set in its own secluded corner, this lovely roundhouse with its own outdoor kitchen, is the perfect place for romantic getaways
3 nights from £346 Book Nowkey features
Hot Tub
Wi-Fi
Pets Accepted
Parking
Enclosed Garden
Garden/backyard
Woodburner / Open Fire
Patio/balcony
BBQ
BBQ Area
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer
Coffee Machine
Hair Dryer
Microwave
Refrigerator
Overview
Step inside to find a unique industrial style with sumptuous accessories, creating a welcoming space to relax and unwind. You can even gaze up at the stars through the quirky porthole in the roof. Little hints of luxury are scattered throughout your bijou home from home, from the en suite bathroom to the tempting handmade king size bed, underfloor heating and flickering woodburner for cosy nights in.
There’s something special about dining al fresco and the outdoor kitchen cabin make rustling up your meals an event in itself. As the sun goes down, you can toast marsh mallows on the warming fire bowl before sinking into your private hot tub with a glass of fizz.
East Thorne is a peaceful glamping site just a short drive from the north Cornwall coast. You can spend your days relaxing on sandy beaches, enjoying fish and chips or joining one of the surf schools for a day in the waves.
Please note, East Thorne have recently updated the hot tub from a wood-burning style to a modern electric tub, so the lead image has been edited to show the new setup. We hope you love the upgrade as much as we do.
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Things to know
Check in time: 16:00
Check out time: 10:00
Security Deposit: We ask our guests for a £50 good housekeeping bond, which is pre-authorised against your card. This is in case there is any damage to the property during your stay. The money is simply reserved (held as a pending transaction) and then released afterwards if there is no damage or additional cleaning. This will be held on the card on file 7 days prior to your arrival.
Pets: 1 pet allowed, £40 per week, in line with our house rules we do ask that pets are not left alone in the property, do not use the furniture or go in the upstairs/bedroom areas
Number of steps: 2 steps up in to the roundhouse
Type of heating: Underfloor heating
Linen & Towels: Bed linen is provided for your stay. Each guest will be supplied with one hand towel and one bath towel for their stay. (If your holiday is longer than 10 days, please contact the Luxury Coastal team to discuss a mid-stay linen change)
Wi-Fi: This property offers free Wi-Fi for guests, however, we cannot guarantee the speed and connectivity. Therefore, if you are planning to work during your holiday, we recommend bringing a Wi-Fi dongle.
Woodburner: One basket of wood with firelighters and matches is provided for your first fire. Additional wood can be purchased on-site
Coffee Machine: Cafetiere
Hot Tub: Electric hot tub
Smoking: All of our properties are non-smoking and we ask that any party member who smokes, do so off the premises.
Property surroundings: Owner lives on site
East Thorne now offer a new and contemporary private dining space which can be booked as an extra directly with the site
Room Information
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Living
This roundhouse has underfloor heating
Living Area
Open plan living and dining area
Fabric armchair, woodburner, coffee table and a Bluetooth speaker, occasional table, blankets, storm lanterns and candles, hairdryer, iron and board, lamps and mirror.
* One basket of wood with firelighters and matches is provided for your first fire. Additional wood can be purchased on-site -
Kitchen & Dining
Kitchen
Located in a separate wooden hut directly outside the property
Induction Hob (2 ring), counter top oven/grill, under-counter fridge with small freezer compartment toaster, kettle, microwave, charcoal BBQ, Crockery Set, Cutlery, bbq tools, knives, scissors,peeler, bottle opener, egg cups, cooking utensils, colander, steamer, saucepans, wok, frying pan, cheese grater, food storage containers, tea pot, wine glasses, flutes, mugs, drinking glasses, jug, large bowl, oven proof dish, washing up bowl and chopping board
*A clothes airer is provided and guests may use the shared washing machine and dryer located on-site
**Charcoal isn't provided so guests are asked to bring their own
Dining
Table and two chairs -
Bedrooms
King size bed with under bed storage, a chest of drawers, and two bedside tables with lamps
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Bathrooms
En suite with a walk in shower, WC, heated towel rail and wash basin
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Outside
Private garden with an electric hot tub, patio with a table and chairs, charcoal BBQ and a wooden kitchen cabin
East Thorne offers a host of amazing on-site and shared facilities to complete your glamping experience too:
Tallet Barn: A covered seating area with two large tables seating 12 at each. Hanging heaters, chimineas and a large woodburner keep you warm and dry. A great space for larger groups to gather together. Available on a first come first served basis
Clay pizza oven: Create and cook your own delicious wood-fired pizzas. Simply let the site know ahead of time that you’d like to use the oven during your stay
Fire pit: A huge fire pit in the middle of the site with rustic seating. Perfect for toasting marshmallows, enjoying a sing-along and getting to know people
Animal feeding: Guests will love the paddock on site which has American Pygmy goats, chickens, geese, a very large pig and an assortment of different birds in an aviary. On Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturdays the site offers animal feeding which is a great activity for younger members of the family
The Hive: Fresh and frothy coffee, hot chocolates and teas served from a converted horsebox every morning except Mondays and Fridays (April to October). On weekends you can also nab fresh, locally baked pastries like croissants, pain au chocolat, and cinnamon swirls -
Parking
Plenty of parking on site
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Good Housekeeping Bond
We ask our guests for a £50 good housekeeping bond, which is pre-authorised against your card. This is in case there is any damage to the property during your stay. The money is simply reserved and then released afterwards if there is no claim. We will contact you nearer the time of your arrival to arrange this.
Welcome to East Thorne, Bude
Nestled amongst rolling hills, surrounded by tranquil countryside and all with a sprinkling of luxury, this is glamping but not as you know it.
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Reviews
Secret roundhouse, Great concept , let down by condition
3/5
3/5
This roundhouse is a very private location on the property, great outside area , hot tub ,bbq,outside kitchen with great cooking facilities, unlimited wood for the fire pit and hot tub . The roundhouse is set out great with an added shower room to one side. On first impressions everything looks perfect for a nice quiet getaway but for us it was shortlived as they have obviously had water leak problems from the shower which has affected the floor in the property and been covered over with a rug. We quickly got use to not walking on the rug as the floor falls away so not really safe to walk on , other areas of the flooring have been damaged as well and starting to separate, the shower room door did not close as the door frame is out of shape from water damage as well. As there is only 1 comfortable chair to sit on previous guests must have done the same as me and sat on the end of the bed as the mattress at the foot end is broken. We were disappointed as sold as luxury but with the defects I don't believe anyone should be paying to stay in that roundhouse until it's repaired as a floor should be a standard requirement in a property costing £750+ for 3 nights. We didn't ask to be moved as they had already told us they were full that weekend so just made to best of it as we ended being out on the days . My advice would be to check if the repairs have been done before booking .
Gavin, 20 Sep 2025
Hi Gavin, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback following your stay at The Secret Roundhouse. We’re really pleased to hear that you enjoyed the privacy of the location and made good use of the outdoor facilities, including the hot tub, BBQ and unlimited wood for the fire pit. It’s great to know the layout and additional shower room added to your experience. We’re genuinely sorry to hear that aspects of the property fell short of expectations. The flooring issue you mentioned is currently being addressed, unfortunately, it was the result of previous damage by guests that affected the underfloor heating. The owner has been working with their insurance provider to resolve this, and repairs are now scheduled for early October. We appreciate your comments regarding the shower room door, mattress, and seating. These have all been reviewed, with the door being sorted, the BBQ replaced, and plans in place to add an ottoman for additional seating. We understand how important it is for a property marketed as luxury to meet high standards, and we’re sorry that these issues impacted your stay. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us and the owner maintain and improve the experience for future guests. Thank you again for your honesty, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back once the repairs are complete. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team
Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team
A chilled experience!
5/5
5/5
My wife and I had an amazing time at East Thorne staying in the secret roundhouse. So much, so we have booked another trip later on in the year. If youre after a chilled holiday experience I would highly recommend this place. Close to Bude and local pubs that serve great food. The accommodation is clean and comfortable and the hot tub was fantastic. All the onsite staff are very friendly and we also met one of the owners, Naomi, who was also lovely. Cant wait to go back :)
Neil, 11 Jul 2025
Hi Neil, Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're so pleased to hear you had a wonderful, relaxing stay at East Thorne - it's such a fabulous place, and we're deligted you have already booked again! We look forward to welcoming you back later in the year. Best wishes, Laura
Laura - The Luxury Coastal Team
Great stay, a few slight improvements would make it even better
4.7/5
4.7/5
Really enjoyed our stay here, loved the accommodation, kitchen area and garden. Only slight negatives were: Parking is a bit of a free-for-all (doesnt seem like theres enough). We couldnt get the hot tub to temperature on the second night despite having the fire going for over 2 hours and having to top it up in the rain every 15 minutes which is a faff. The ceiling window has no blind, so the accommodation gets light as soon as the sun rises. Not the worst thing when sunrise is 7am, but it wouldnt be enjoyable in the summer at 5am
James, 13 Oct 2024
Hi James, Thank you for your detailed feedback! Were thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the accommodation, kitchen area, and garden. We apologize for the inconvenience with the parking situation and the hot tub. Regarding the hot tub, we are sorry to hear you had issues keeping the water to temperature. Your suggestion about the ceiling window is noted, and well consider adding a blind to improve comfort during early sunrises. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better stay! Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
Chloe-Luxury Coastal Team
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