The space

Bring the bride tribe together at Court Farmhouse, a large holiday farmhouse in the pretty village of Marhamchurch, just 2 miles inland from Bude and the North Cornish coast. Sleeping up to 12 guests across 6 bedrooms, this is a brilliant choice for hens who want the space and privacy of a countryside house with beach days, cocktails, surf lessons and seaside fun close by.

The farmhouse is made for group weekends. There’s room to spread out, gather for meals, get ready together and enjoy a relaxed celebration without feeling on top of one another. The private enclosed garden is a lovely spot for morning coffees, sunny lunches, BBQ dinners and pre-night-out drinks, while the shared holiday facilities add plenty of entertainment without needing to leave the site.

A big highlight is the indoor heated swimming pool, available to guests via a daily online booking system with 45-minute swimming slots. Add in the games room with pool table, outdoor tennis court, animal field, garden and optional extras such as on-site holistic spa and beauty treatments, yoga sessions and meal delivery, and you’ve got the ingredients for a hen weekend that can be as chilled or as activity-packed as you like.

Inside the house

Court Farmhouse sleeps 6 to 12 guests in 6 bedrooms, with a flexible layout that works well for hen groups. Several rooms can be set up as either super king beds or twin beds, giving you options for friends sharing, sisters, cousins and the bride’s closest crew. Bedroom 1 has a super king or twin arrangement with its own full bathroom, while Bedroom 2 offers the same flexible bed setup with an en-suite shower room. Bedroom 3 is a twin room opposite the shared family bathroom.

Bedroom 4 has a king-size bed with an en-suite shower room and toilet, while Bedrooms 5 and 6 can each be arranged as either super king or twin rooms, both with en-suite shower room and toilet. That means plenty of bathrooms for getting ready before dinner, a night out in Bude or a pamper session at the house.

The farmhouse offers generous communal space for the moments that make a group stay feel special: brunch around the table, a fizz-and-nibbles evening, board games, playlist planning and catching up after a day by the sea. The kitchen and dining setup gives you the freedom to self-cater, book meal delivery, arrange a more catered evening or simply keep the fridge stocked for grazing boards and breakfast rolls.

Outside, the sunny enclosed garden has a paved dining area with furniture and a BBQ available in season. It’s a great setting for a laid-back hen lunch, a relaxed evening meal or a low-key garden celebration before heading out.

Hen weekend highlights

The on-site facilities are a major bonus for a hen do. Start the day with a swim in the heated indoor pool, book a yoga session for a gentle reset, then spend the afternoon in the garden or challenging the group to a friendly tennis match. The games room with pool table is ideal for rainy-day entertainment, pre-dinner drinks or a few competitive rounds before the evening plans begin.

For a more indulgent itinerary, the optional on-site holistic spa and beauty treatments are a lovely addition. Think massages, pampering, bridal prep or a calm Sunday wind-down after a big Saturday. It gives the group a spa-style feel without needing to organise transport to a separate venue.

The garden and BBQ area are especially good for hens who want part of the weekend to feel private and personal. You can host a relaxed BBQ, set up decorations, enjoy a themed dinner, or keep things simple with drinks in the sunshine. With plenty of space to eat, sleep, relax and socialise, the house suits everything from chilled bridal gatherings to activity-filled coastal weekends.

While there isn’t a hot tub listed at the property, the heated indoor pool, spa treatment options, tennis court, games room and private garden give you lots of ways to build a fun and varied itinerary without relying on one feature.

Location & getting around

Court Farmhouse is in Marhamchurch, a picturesque rural village just 2 miles from Bude. You get a peaceful village setting for downtime, while still being close to the award-winning resort’s beaches, bars, restaurants, surf schools and coastal walks. It’s a great balance for a hen group: countryside calm at the house, then easy access to seaside energy when you want it.

Bude is well known for its sandy beaches and surf, so it’s a strong choice if the bride loves the coast. Plan a beach picnic, a surf lesson, paddleboarding, coastal walking or a sunset drink after a day by the water. The North Cornish coast also gives you plenty of photo-worthy backdrops, from dramatic cliffs to golden sand.

For evenings out, Bude offers a more relaxed coastal nightlife scene with pubs, cocktail spots and restaurants rather than a full city-club atmosphere. That makes it well suited to groups who want dinner, drinks and a fun night out, then the comfort of returning to a private farmhouse. Taxis should be planned in advance for group trips, especially during peak seasons, school holidays and busy summer weekends.

Marhamchurch itself gives the weekend a slower pace when you need it. Wake up to a village setting, enjoy breakfast in the garden, head to the pool or tennis court, then dip into Bude for beach time, food and drinks.

Enquire today

If Court Farmhouse sounds like the right fit for your hen weekend, send an enquiry with your preferred dates, group size and any plans you’re considering. The host can confirm availability, sleeping arrangements, pool booking details and optional extras such as spa treatments, yoga sessions, meal delivery or catering so you can shape the stay around the bride-to-be.