Budock Vean Hotel

Book an ELEMIS Pro Glow Facial in the month of February and add on a 25 minute back, neck and shoulder massage for just £20. Indulge in our exclusive bespoke ELEMIS Pro Glow Facial experience, tailored to meet your unique skincare needs and preferences. Our signature facial combines the best elements from our previous treatments,…

If you are joining us at Budock Vean for our Watercolour Retreat this spring, or even just staying with us as a regular guest, it is worth taking a moment as you enjoy the stunning gardens, wander beside the waters of the Helford or tramp the quiet coastal paths to consider who may have been…

We’ve big fans of a love story here at BV and 2023 didn’t let us down. It was another beautiful year for small and perfectly formed weddings, we’ve had couples tie the knot at the hotel, inside and out, each ceremony and celebration different from the next … we absolutely love that, that’s what makes…

The many faces of Cornwall, its atmospheric landscapes, distinctive culture and vibrant folklore, have all helped to inspire the many authors who have experienced them. From the Gothic novels of Daphne du Maurier to W. J. Burley’s detective series, Wycliffe, the Cornish landscape has in many ways been more than just a backdrop, it has…

Christmas is such a special time of year! A time when we come together and celebrate, when we give gifts and enjoy spending time with our loved ones, and a time when we think about the year that has passed and what the future might bring. Each family has their own traditions, the treats that…

Christmas and New Year is a beautiful time of year here on the Helford River in south Cornwall. Budock Vean’s festive breaks are packed with wonderful events and activities … think stunning food, golf competitions, quizzes, cocktail making, guided walks, dancing and more; of course, there’s always opportunities to relax, swim in our indoor pool…

Put on your Sunday best and dancing shoes and join us for our wonderful, black tie New Year’s Eve gala dinner. The evening starts at 6.30pm where you’ll be welcomed with a champagne reception before heading down for a beautiful 4-course evening meal created by our talented team of chefs … not a bad way…

William married his first wife Anna Jane Penrose, the daughter of a Falmouth bookseller, in 1856 but sadly their marriage was not to be a happy one. They had four children but each died before reaching their second birthday. Their fifth child, Catherine Maria born in 1864 lived but then Anna Jane herself passed away…

The Pender family lived at Budock Vean for nearly 200 years and under their stewardship the house was to become one of the largest and wealthiest in the district. But who exactly were the Penders and what mark have their lives left in this quiet corner of Cornwall for us to discover? This collection of…

As we approach the season of goodwill and New Year’s resolutions, our thoughts turn to Christmas and the joy of spending time with both friends and family. It’s a moment to cherish these meaningful connections and create enchanting memories contributing to a sense of continuity, nostalgia, and togetherness. The true essence of giving is revealed…