Holiday cottages by a beach in South Cornwall
Nothing says summer like warm sand between your toes and turquoise waters lapping onto golden beaches. Make the most of it and stay by the beach.Read more
Throw open the window and breathe in that fresh salty air - you're definitely on holiday when you can smell the sea! Have breakfast by the beach, spend all day on the beach or just gaze at the beach from the comfort of your holiday cottage. Nothing beats being by the sea.
If you're on holiday with children, staying by a beach means non-stop excitement and entertainment; sandcastle-building, wave-jumping, rockpool-searching, never-ending fun. If it's a more grown up affair, soak up the sun and refresh in the sea, find yourself a private cove and have yourself beachside holiday in a home-from-home.
We have 136 self catering cottages by a beach in South Cornwall.
7 nights from £318
Orchard Vean
13671 bedroom, dog friendly cottage in a creekside hamlet near Truro, Cornwall.
A short stroll from the waters of Restronguet Creek, halfway between Truro and Falmouth, this is the ideal location for exploring both north and south coasts, and all points in bet...
7 nights from £318
7 nights from £323
The Old Loft
31681 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Portscatho.
Ideal for couples this detached, single-storey converted barn is located at Treluggan, a small country hamlet in the heart of the Roseland peninsula. There are some lovely coas...
7 nights from £323
Need more time? Reserve any cottage for up to 24 hours before booking.
24hr no commitment reservations
You can reserve your holiday dates on your favourite cottage for up to 24 hours. You might need to check with other guests in your party or simply consider whether this cottage is right for your holiday, either way we’re happy to give you the time to step away and mull over your options before paying a penny.
We’ll send you a reminder to see if you want it or not so you won’t lose out. Take time to think it over, you don’t have to rush your decision. Have a cup of tea and when you’re ready, hit the button to book your holiday and start looking forward to it.
7 nights from £338
The Old Dairy
41911 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St Austell.
This former Cornish creamery has been converted into a delightful coastal retreat for two. Situated on the edge of the picturesque fishing village of Gorran Haven, The Old Dairy is...
7 nights from £338
7 nights from £352
Rosemerryn Cottage
43011 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Falmouth.
A truly charming semi-detached cottage set in tranquil countryside of the Helford; this sunny sheltered spot is the perfect place to relax and a fabulous base for exploring this pr...
7 nights from £352
7 nights from £368
Cowries
32071 bedroom apartment with sea views in Portscatho, South Cornwall.
Cowries is a cosy ground floor apartment sleeping two with fabulous uninterrupted views of Gerrans Bay and the pretty seaside village of Portscatho. Situated directly above the har...
7 nights from £368
7 nights from £384
Heartsease
31301 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach near Portloe.
Tucked down a quiet country lane and just five minutes’ drive from the sea, this charming detached cottage is surrounded by 50 acres of National Trust land and is adjacent to the c...
7 nights from £384
7 nights from £395
Spaven Mor
32021 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Gerrans.
Spaven Mor is a timber-clad cottage situated in the grounds of the friendly village pub, The Royal Standard, in Gerrans. This single-storey former workshop has been beautifully con...
7 nights from £395
7 nights from £406
1 North Parade
29951 bedroom cottage near the beach in Portscatho, South Cornwall.
This is a gorgeous little bolthole, right in the middle of lovely Portscatho on the Roseland peninsula and just yards from Tatam's beach (and Tatam's boutique cafe selling deliciou...
7 nights from £406
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7 nights from £409
The Song of the Sea
10341 bedroom, coastal apartment with sea views near Kingsand, Cornwall.
With a most enviable location right on the water's edge offering breath-taking views over Plymouth Sound, The Song of the Sea is a delightful waterside apartment in the historic Fo...
7 nights from £409
7 nights from £413
The Cart House
47641 bedroom cottage near the beach near St Mawes, South Cornwall.
A cute romantic bolthole for two, The Cart House is perfectly positioned in Veryan, described as the loveliest inland village in Cornwall. As soon as you arrive in the area and dri...
7 nights from £413