Holiday cottages by a beach in South West
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
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 534 self catering cottages by a beach in South West.
7 nights from £83
Copperas Shepherd's Hut
4016Shepherds hut with fabulous sea views near Ilfracombe, North Devon.
Taken from the name of the rocks along this dramatic and exhilarating stretch of the north Devon coast, this beautiful shepherd's hut has views that will take your breath away - mi...
7 nights from £83
7 nights from £320
The Dairy
26631 bedroom cottage close to the Jurassic Coast, near Bridport, Dorset.
The Dairy is an extremely comfortable single-storey cottage in this small and friendly farm development. The property has French doors to its own enclosed outside space – the patio...
7 nights from £320
7 nights from £320
The Linhay
26611 bedroom cottage near the beach near Bridport, Dorset.
The Linhay is a tucked away single-storey retreat – and an ideal base for exploring the wonderful coastline. The cottage nestles alongside the barns, with a fully enclosed gravel c...
7 nights from £320
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7 nights from £357
The Boatshed
44541 bedroom cottage near the beach in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.
Wow! This beautifully appointed former boatshed is stunning, with reverse level living making the most of the wonderful views and, of course, the sunsets. Set in a secluded spot...
7 nights from £357
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7 nights from £366
The Nest
53161 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach in Coverack.
One of a collection of fabulous apartments located in The Headland in the traditional Cornish fishing village of Coverack, The Nest is a beautifully furnished bijou abode, perfect ...
7 nights from £366
From £53 per night
Pippin
49971 bedroom shepherds hut with sea views near Falmouth, South Cornwall.
**Please note Pippin welcomes 1-night stays from November to April. For more information please contact the sales team on 01326 555555** A truly romantic getaway tucked in the c...
From £53 per night
7 nights from £369 *
Seagull Cottage
57622 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Penzance, West Cornwall.
Overlooking both the only Victorian promenade in Cornwall and the outstanding views of Mount's Bay, centrally located Seagull Cottage offers a vintage seaside charm and is ideal fo...
7 nights from £369 *
7 nights from £370
Rose's Loft
57071 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Porthallow.
With pastoral views of the surrounding woodland and within serpentine splendour, the conversion of this milking barn took place in 2021 to create a stunning bijou abode. Located a ...
7 nights from £370
7 nights from £374
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 £374
From £55 per night
Skylark
5319Dog friendly cabin with sea views near Falmouth, South Cornwall.
**Please note Skylark welcomes 1-night stays from November to April. For more information please contact the sales team on 01326 555555** A nature lovers delight, Skylark is a g...
From £55 per night
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The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.
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.
