KUDHVA Architectural Hideouts
Hosted by Louise · Tintagel, England
8 units · Lodging · 45.5 acres
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Stylish off-grid boltholes surrounded by nature on the Cornish coast
If you really want to get away from it all, how about hiding out in an abandoned slate quarry on the north coast of Cornwall? Perhaps, somewhere you can swim in a wilderness lake and maybe even wash in a waterfall. That may sound pretty “out there” but it’s what a stay at Kudhva Architectural Hideouts offers – with all the rough edges smoothed away. You’ll still have the chance to get off grid and switch off from modern life but its tipis and cabins make sure you do it in style. Tucked among the rewilding shrubs and trees of a former industrial landscape, these architectural boltholes are simple spaces with truly innovative designs.
Choose from the stilted Kudhva Cabins, which sleep two, the Danish Cabin, which is modelled on a Cornish engine house and sleeps four, and the site’s seaview tipis. Each is essentially a bedroom in the wild. Bedding is provided in the cabins but you’ll need to bring your own if you opt for a tipi. All of the hideouts have a fire pit nearby; some private and some communal. And there are shared facilities too – a kitchen, showers and loos. These are all housed together over at the reception building which doubles as a place to socialise either organically or through one of the site’s occasional yoga sessions or long-table suppers.
The whole idea of this place is to provide a kind of refuge to relax and recharge in tune with nature. The site is completely off grid with limited power in the communal space from solar energy. All of the indoor spaces, while innovative and interesting, are fairly stripped back: expect ply, timber, and corrugated tin with neutral and natural fabrics here and there rather than plush surroundings. To be honest it’s all very "Cornwall" – and let’s not forget that’s where you are. This site is two miles from the closest beach at Trebarwith Strand and not far from many of the Cornish north coast highlights: Tintagel, Boscastle, and Port Isaac are all very nearby with Bude, Bodmin, and Rock within a half-hour drive.
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K2 cabin
Treehouse · Sleeps 2
We’re a campsite with a difference. We offer sustainable holidays in Cornwall with panoramic views of the rugged North Cornish coastline. All of our cabins and spaces offer a unique and simple way of living; totally off grid, in a beautifully curated space.
Kudhva is set within a long abandoned Cornish slate quarry, a remnant of Cornwall’s industrial past, and one which still holds the echoes of this once hard-worked land. When Louise first acquired the site back in 2015, her vision was clear: revive and restore the natural ecosystems throughout, invest in sustainable land management practices, and bring to life an ambitious project which would allow people to share and enjoy the site alongside its abundant nature, without ever hindering it.
Kudhva has since become a place where you can reset, refocus and revive. Stepping out of the daily digital grind and plugging back into nature is proven to be good for both mind and body, and at Kudhva it’s easily done. Clean air, cold water swimming, boundless stars and fresh food cooked over flames will help you reconnect with nature and remind you of what is most important. It’s a place where, if you so choose, you can do your own thing, in your own time.
Kudhva is proudly off-grid. We harness solar energy to feed the very few electrical items we have on site (lights, showers, fridges and a couple of plug sockets). We have two resident goats who happily contribute to our land management, organically regulating the abundant shrubs and grasses when they’re moved from area to area. We invest in products that are designed to support our land, free from harsh chemicals, and made by companies with environmental policies that we respect. We’re also proud to invest in a local and circular economy, working with Cornish people and products, and supporting small businesses wherever we can.
K2 is a 2 person cabin on stilts which sits above the trees. Is is located in a secluded willow grove with a fire-pit and bench to use as you wish. It is just a short walk from the Reception building which houses our communal kitchen, hot showers and fully flushing toilets.
The Kudhva includes a sofa and seating area, floor to ceiling window and mezzanine double bed.
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K3 treehouse cabin
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Treehouse · Sleeps 2
We’re a campsite with a difference. We offer sustainable holidays in Cornwall with panoramic views of the rugged North Cornish coastline. All of our cabins and spaces offer a unique and simple way of living; totally off grid, in a beautifully curated space.
Kudhva is set within a long abandoned Cornish slate quarry, a remnant of Cornwall’s industrial past, and one which still holds the echoes of this once hard-worked land. When Louise first acquired the site back in 2015, her vision was clear: revive and restore the natural ecosystems throughout, invest in sustainable land management practices, and bring to life an ambitious project which would allow people to share and enjoy the site alongside its abundant nature, without ever hindering it.
Kudhva has since become a place where you can reset, refocus and revive. Stepping out of the daily digital grind and plugging back into nature is proven to be good for both mind and body, and at Kudhva it’s easily done. Clean air, cold water swimming, boundless stars and fresh food cooked over flames will help you reconnect with nature and remind you of what is most important. It’s a place where, if you so choose, you can do your own thing, in your own time.
Kudhva is proudly off-grid. We harness solar energy to feed the very few electrical items we have on site (lights, showers, fridges and a couple of plug sockets). We have two resident goats who happily contribute to our land management, organically regulating the abundant shrubs and grasses when they’re moved from area to area. We invest in products that are designed to support our land, free from harsh chemicals, and made by companies with environmental policies that we respect. We’re also proud to invest in a local and circular economy, working with Cornish people and products, and supporting small businesses wherever we can.
K3 is a 2 person cabin on stilts which sits above the trees. Is is located in a secluded willow grove with a fire-pit and bench to use as you wish. It is just a short walk from the Reception building which houses our communal kitchen, hot showers and fully flushing toilets.
The Kudhva includes a sofa and seating area, floor to ceiling window and mezzanine double bed.
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K4 treehouse cabin
Booked 2 times
Treehouse · Sleeps 2
We’re a campsite with a difference. We offer sustainable holidays in Cornwall with panoramic views of the rugged North Cornish coastline. All of our cabins and spaces offer a unique and simple way of living; totally off grid, in a beautifully curated space.
Kudhva is set within a long abandoned Cornish slate quarry, a remnant of Cornwall’s industrial past, and one which still holds the echoes of this once hard-worked land. When Louise first acquired the site back in 2015, her vision was clear: revive and restore the natural ecosystems throughout, invest in sustainable land management practices, and bring to life an ambitious project which would allow people to share and enjoy the site alongside its abundant nature, without ever hindering it.
Kudhva has since become a place where you can reset, refocus and revive. Stepping out of the daily digital grind and plugging back into nature is proven to be good for both mind and body, and at Kudhva it’s easily done. Clean air, cold water swimming, boundless stars and fresh food cooked over flames will help you reconnect with nature and remind you of what is most important. It’s a place where, if you so choose, you can do your own thing, in your own time.
Kudhva is proudly off-grid. We harness solar energy to feed the very few electrical items we have on site (lights, showers, fridges and a couple of plug sockets). We have two resident goats who happily contribute to our land management, organically regulating the abundant shrubs and grasses when they’re moved from area to area. We invest in products that are designed to support our land, free from harsh chemicals, and made by companies with environmental policies that we respect. We’re also proud to invest in a local and circular economy, working with Cornish people and products, and supporting small businesses wherever we can.
K4 is a 2 person cabin on stilts which sits above the trees with a sea view from the floor to ceiling window. It is located in a secluded willow grove with a fire-pit and bench to use as you wish. It is just a short walk from the Reception building which houses our communal kitchen, hot showers and fully flushing toilets.
The Kudhva has a small built in sofa and then a mezzanine double bed above.
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Shanti Tipi 2 overlooking the ocean
Canvas tent · Sleeps 2
We’re a campsite with a difference. We offer sustainable holidays in Cornwall with panoramic views of the rugged North Cornish coastline. All of our cabins and spaces offer a unique and simple way of living; totally off grid, in a beautifully curated space.
Kudhva is set within a long abandoned Cornish slate quarry, a remnant of Cornwall’s industrial past, and one which still holds the echoes of this once hard-worked land. When Louise first acquired the site back in 2015, her vision was clear: revive and restore the natural ecosystems throughout, invest in sustainable land management practices, and bring to life an ambitious project which would allow people to share and enjoy the site alongside its abundant nature, without ever hindering it.
Kudhva has since become a place where you can reset, refocus and revive. Stepping out of the daily digital grind and plugging back into nature is proven to be good for both mind and body, and at Kudhva it’s easily done. Clean air, cold water swimming, boundless stars and fresh food cooked over flames will help you reconnect with nature and remind you of what is most important. It’s a place where, if you so choose, you can do your own thing, in your own time.
Kudhva is proudly off-grid. We harness solar energy to feed the very few electrical items we have on site (lights, showers, fridges and a couple of plug sockets). We have two resident goats who happily contribute to our land management, organically regulating the abundant shrubs and grasses when they’re moved from area to area. We invest in products that are designed to support our land, free from harsh chemicals, and made by companies with environmental policies that we respect. We’re also proud to invest in a local and circular economy, working with Cornish people and products, and supporting small businesses wherever we can.
Shanti Tipi 2 is one of our NEW black canvas tipis, facing Gull Rock and sitting proudly at the top of our site.
TP2 comes with a double bed, fresh sheets and pillows, you just need to bring your own duvet or sleeping bag and bathing towels. There is a shared firepit nearby.
The Tipis (or TPs as we like to call them) sit prominently upon the hillside, facing toward the Atlantic Ocean, and enjoy some of the best views in the house. Simple but supremely comfortable, our tipis are a great way to enjoy the sounds of the surrounding nature from within their warm and protective canvas walls.
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Shanti Tipi with sea views
Canvas tent · Sleeps 2
We’re a campsite with a difference. We offer sustainable holidays in Cornwall with panoramic views of the rugged North Cornish coastline. All of our cabins and spaces offer a unique and simple way of living; totally off grid, in a beautifully curated space.
Kudhva is set within a long abandoned Cornish slate quarry, a remnant of Cornwall’s industrial past, and one which still holds the echoes of this once hard-worked land. When Louise first acquired the site back in 2015, her vision was clear: revive and restore the natural ecosystems throughout, invest in sustainable land management practices, and bring to life an ambitious project which would allow people to share and enjoy the site alongside its abundant nature, without ever hindering it.
Kudhva has since become a place where you can reset, refocus and revive. Stepping out of the daily digital grind and plugging back into nature is proven to be good for both mind and body, and at Kudhva it’s easily done. Clean air, cold water swimming, boundless stars and fresh food cooked over flames will help you reconnect with nature and remind you of what is most important. It’s a place where, if you so choose, you can do your own thing, in your own time.
Kudhva is proudly off-grid. We harness solar energy to feed the very few electrical items we have on site (lights, showers, fridges and a couple of plug sockets). We have two resident goats who happily contribute to our land management, organically regulating the abundant shrubs and grasses when they’re moved from area to area. We invest in products that are designed to support our land, free from harsh chemicals, and made by companies with environmental policies that we respect. We’re also proud to invest in a local and circular economy, working with Cornish people and products, and supporting small businesses wherever we can.
TP 1 is a traditional white Tipi, with sea views, a double bed and lots of living space.
The Tipis (or TPs as we like to call them) sit prominently upon the hillside, facing toward the Atlantic Ocean, and enjoy some of the best views in the house. Simple but supremely comfortable, our tipis are a great way to enjoy the sounds of the surrounding nature from within their warm and protective canvas walls.
The best view in the house. Tipi 1 sits closest to the sea and faces out toward a glorious sunset. TP1 comes with a double bed, with fresh sheets and pillows. You just need to bring your own duvet or sleeping bag and towels. There is a shared firepit nearby.
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TP4
Booked 2 times
Canvas tent · Sleeps 2
TP4 is a wonderful black Tipi, with sea views, a double bed and lots of living space.
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The Danish Cabin above a waterfall
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Treehouse · Sleeps 6
We’re a campsite with a difference. We offer sustainable holidays in Cornwall with panoramic views of the rugged North Cornish coastline. All of our cabins and spaces offer a unique and simple way of living; totally off grid, in a beautifully curated space.
Kudhva is set within a long abandoned Cornish slate quarry, a remnant of Cornwall’s industrial past, and one which still holds the echoes of this once hard-worked land. When Louise first acquired the site back in 2015, her vision was clear: revive and restore the natural ecosystems throughout, invest in sustainable land management practices, and bring to life an ambitious project which would allow people to share and enjoy the site alongside its abundant nature, without ever hindering it.
Kudhva has since become a place where you can reset, refocus and revive. Stepping out of the daily digital grind and plugging back into nature is proven to be good for both mind and body, and at Kudhva it’s easily done. Clean air, cold water swimming, boundless stars and fresh food cooked over flames will help you reconnect with nature and remind you of what is most important. It’s a place where, if you so choose, you can do your own thing, in your own time.
Kudhva is proudly off-grid. We harness solar energy to feed the very few electrical items we have on site (lights, showers, fridges and a couple of plug sockets). We have two resident goats who happily contribute to our land management, organically regulating the abundant shrubs and grasses when they’re moved from area to area. We invest in products that are designed to support our land, free from harsh chemicals, and made by companies with environmental policies that we respect. We’re also proud to invest in a local and circular economy, working with Cornish people and products, and supporting small businesses wherever we can.
The Danish Cabin is truly one of a kind. It’s a 1:3 replica of our iconic Engine House, that sits above our waterfall, tucked away amidst the woods, with views toward the old slate quarry beyond.
Tucked into its own little valley and a short distance from our 40ft high waterfall sits the Danish Cabin, which sleeps six. It’s a 1:3 wooden replica of our Grade II listed Engine House, stripped back for simple, adventurous living. It sits in a secluded deciduous woodland, and has its own stream running underneath its private decking space. It’s a little trek across the site to get there, which isn’t always easy, but the serenity that awaits makes it worth it the extra effort.
It comes with fresh bedding and towels, and has two beds downstairs (sofas by day!) and a four-bunk cabin space upstairs. It is also fully off-grid – the perfect space to enjoy the great outdoors with friends.
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Tipi with sea views
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Canvas tent · Sleeps 2
We’re a campsite with a difference. We offer sustainable holidays in Cornwall with panoramic views of the rugged North Cornish coastline. All of our cabins and spaces offer a unique and simple way of living; totally off grid, in a beautifully curated space.
Kudhva is set within a long abandoned Cornish slate quarry, a remnant of Cornwall’s industrial past, and one which still holds the echoes of this once hard-worked land. When Louise first acquired the site back in 2015, her vision was clear: revive and restore the natural ecosystems throughout, invest in sustainable land management practices, and bring to life an ambitious project which would allow people to share and enjoy the site alongside its abundant nature, without ever hindering it.
Kudhva has since become a place where you can reset, refocus and revive. Stepping out of the daily digital grind and plugging back into nature is proven to be good for both mind and body, and at Kudhva it’s easily done. Clean air, cold water swimming, boundless stars and fresh food cooked over flames will help you reconnect with nature and remind you of what is most important. It’s a place where, if you so choose, you can do your own thing, in your own time.
Kudhva is proudly off-grid. We harness solar energy to feed the very few electrical items we have on site (lights, showers, fridges and a couple of plug sockets). We have two resident goats who happily contribute to our land management, organically regulating the abundant shrubs and grasses when they’re moved from area to area. We invest in products that are designed to support our land, free from harsh chemicals, and made by companies with environmental policies that we respect. We’re also proud to invest in a local and circular economy, working with Cornish people and products, and supporting small businesses wherever we can.
Tipi 3 looks down the hill toward the historic Engine House and Gull rock beyond. TP3 comes with a double bed, with fresh sheets and pillows. You just need to bring your own duvet or sleeping bag and towels. There is a shared firepit nearby.
The Tipis (or TPs as we like to call them) sit prominently upon the hillside, facing toward the Atlantic Ocean, and enjoy some of the best views in the house. Simple but supremely comfortable, our tipis are a great way to enjoy the sounds of the surrounding nature from within their warm and protective canvas walls.
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Tintagel, England, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Joined in May 2022From the host
Kudhva - means hideout in the Cornish dialect it’s set in a 45 acre abandoned slate quarry with its very own 40 foot waterfall. We’re a campsite with a difference. We offer sustainable holidays in Cornwall with panoramic views of the rugged North Cornish coastline. All of our cabins and spaces offer a unique and simple way of living; totally off-grid, in a beautifully curated space.
As well as our accommodation we have a large communal Reception Building and kitchen, with hot running showers and flushing toilets. This is the epicentre of Kudhva and is a relaxed welcoming space which guests make their own.
Kudhva is a place where you can reset, refocus and revive. Stepping out of the daily digital grind and plugging back into nature is proven to be good for both mind and body, and at Kudhva it’s easily done. Clean air, cold water swimming, boundless stars and fresh food cooked over flames will help you reconnect with nature and remind you of what is most important. It’s a place where, if you so choose, you can do your own thing, in your own time.
Kudhva is proudly off-grid. We harness solar energy to feed the very few electrical items we have on site (lights, showers, fridges and a couple of plug sockets). We have two resident goats who happily contribute to our land management, organically regulating the abundant shrubs and grasses when they’re moved from area to area. We invest in products that are designed to support our land, free from harsh chemicals, and made by companies with environmental policies that we respect. We’re also proud to invest in a local and circular economy, working with Cornish people and products, and supporting small businesses wherever we can.
We are based 1 mile from the Beach and a short walk from the South West Coast path.
Nearby attractions
Kudhva Architectural Cabins are situated close to the north Cornish coast, just a couple of miles inland of Trebarwith Strand. The site itself has a lake, waterfall and trails to walk. The beach at Trebarwith is the closest one but time your visit with low tide when a kilometre of sand is revealed backed by flat rocks. There are, of course, plenty more beaches and coves to visit all along the coast including Widemouth Bay (15 miles) and Bude (17 miles). These and the string of harbour villages and towns you’ll want to visit are all linked by the South West Coast Path. Tintagel with its clifftop castle is just three miles away, Boscastle (five miles), Port Isaac (nine miles), Polzeath (12 miles) and Rock (14 miles) with its ferries to Padstow. Inland, Bodmin Moor is a drive of about 11 miles.
Food and drink
You can pre order breakfast hampers of local produce and the site hosts occasional feast nights with visiting chefs so get in touch direct to enquire if any coincide with your stay. For eating out and about, there’s a wealth of good options. Closest of which are the Tintagel Brewery, Bar and Bistro and The Mill House Inn – about a mile in either direction from site. The Port William’s beachside dining with outdoor seating is recommended down at Trebarwith Strand. For great seafood, try The Rocket Stove in Boscastle (five miles) or Outlaw’s Fish Kitchen (10 miles away) in Port Isaac. Pilchards, at Port Gaverne near Port Isaac is another good option. For something more casual and closer to home try the fresh chimichangas and quesadillas of Mexi Kernow, served from a colourful shipping container near Camelford, just two miles from site.
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