Cornish Beach Cottages
Let yourself relax in a beach-side cottage. Whether you want to savour every inch of the spectacular sea views from your self-catering cottage, or can't wait to grab your towel and get to the beach, we'll help you find the perfect beach cottage for you. One bed retreats to big family-friendly properties perfect for large groups, the choices are endless for a luxury beach holiday in Cornwall.Read more
Looking forward to spending your family summer holiday in a luxury cottage by the sea? How about a winter retreat with your four-legged friend in a dog-friendly property near the beach? Perhaps a romantic retreat for two in a secluded beach cottage in Cornwall? What about all 3?
A holiday by the sea is a great escape whatever the weather, whoever you are with. Breathe in the fresh, salty air and feel the breeze lift your hair from your face. Tilt your chin up to the sun and relax in golden sands. Who knew that Cornwall could be so beautiful?
Self Catering Beach Holidays in Cornwall
Whatever your party size and whether you're craving a short-break or three weeks in Cornish seaside bliss, we'll help you pave the way to the holiday of your dreams. All of our cottages by the beach are handpicked onto our books; personally inspected, regularly maintained and fully equipped. So you don't need to pack half the house, all of our cottages include a complete inventory, with everything from your bed linens to your hairdryer to your morning coffee pot supplied. However big or small your group, you will each have everything you need and a real bed to sink into at the end of the day so you can top up your energy for another day of fun at the beach.
We have 374 cottages next to the beach
7 nights from £1400
Sandpiper
44175 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Whitsand Bay.
Breathtaking seascapes, luxury interiors, sea salted air and pure coastal luxury await ten lucky guests at this ultimate beach getaway. Nestled in the pretty hamlet of Portwrink...
7 nights from £1400
7 nights from £1430
Varcoe
52665 bedroom cottage with sea views in Portscatho, South Cornwall.
Situated in what has to be the finest waterside location on the Roseland peninsula, Varcoe is an idyllic holiday retreat, lovingly designed to offer beautiful interiors which marry...
7 nights from £1430
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7 nights from £1900
Weatheroak and The Sail Loft
42617 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Portscatho.
Set above the banks of the beautiful Percuil estuary, this outstanding period property enjoys fabulous views over the water from nearly all the rooms in Weatheroak. The south-facin...
7 nights from £1900
7 nights from £2378
Eastnor
41666 bedroom holiday home with sea views in Polzeath, North Cornwall.
Only a hop, skip and a jump from the stunning beach at Polzeath, this ultimate get together home will delight beach crazy individuals and those wanting to indulge in this very spec...
7 nights from £2378
7 nights from £3527
The Beach House
45405 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near St Agnes.
In an elevated position perched on the clifftop overlooking the dramatic north coast, The Beach House is a stunning holiday home and one of the largest abodes on Coast Road in Port...
7 nights from £3527
7 nights from £1155
Stroma
20007 bedroom holiday home with sea views in Port Isaac, North Cornwall.
Stroma is a much loved Victorian semi-detached house perched above the cove at Port Isaac overlooking Port Gaverne and its sheltered beach. With stunning sea views from the sitting...
7 nights from £1155
7 nights from £1530
The Malt House
13205 bedroom, dog friendly home near the beach in Crantock, Cornwall.
The Malt House, built in 1825 and Grade II Listed, is situated in the centre of Crantock, a short distance from the village green and just half a mile from the sandy, dog-friendly ...
7 nights from £1530
7 nights from £1411
Captain's Walk
50086 bedroom holiday home near the beach in Newquay, North Cornwall.
Pack your beach bag and your favourite family members and head to Captain's Walk for a rather special getaway by the sea. Nestled in the heart of the vibrant surfing town of Newqua...
7 nights from £1411
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7 nights from £1636
Hillside House
31356 bedroom holiday home near the beach in Portscatho, South Cornwall.
This gorgeous Georgian double-fronted village house is set in the heart of the pretty fishing village of Portscatho with the beach, harbour, shops and galleries all within five min...
7 nights from £1636
7 nights from £1813
Sundown
21816 bedroom, dog friendly home with sea views near Kingsand, Cornwall.
Fabulous sea views from this exceptionally spacious, south-facing detached house extend from the Rame peninsula in one direction, to St George's Island at Looe in the other. A gate...
7 nights from £1813