Cottages with direct beach access in the UK
Whether you're searching for this year's summertime escape or planning ahead to next year, what could be better than a stay in a holiday cottage just a stone's throw from the sea? Pop a few beach-day essentials in your bag, open the cottage door, and wander down to the shoreline to sink your toes into the sand and leap into the sea.
Explore our collection of self-catering holiday cottages just a hop, skip, and a jump from the water, from Cornish cottages beside tranquil coves to Devonshire escapes with your own private beach, no less!
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 21 self catering cottages with direct beach access in UK
7 nights from £2239 *
Meadowcliff
40968 bedroom, dog friendly home with hot tubs and sea views in Shaldon, South Devon.
Situated in what must be the finest waterside location in south Devon, Meadowcliff House and Cottage is a stunning holiday retreat with idyllic panoramic views across the estuary a...
7 nights from £2239 *
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7 nights from £1955
Sundown
21816 bedroom, dog friendly home with stunning sea views in Downderry, 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 £1955
7 nights from £2425
Sunnynook
41574 bedroom cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.
Sunnynook is a true beachside retreat, boasting the most incredible, unrivalled sea and beach views over Bigbury-on-Sea, Bantham and Burgh Island. This wonderful home also has a fa...
7 nights from £2425
7 nights from £1871 *
Boathyde
60955 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Appledore, Devon.
Tucked away at the end of a quiet lane and hidden behind electric gates, this exceptional north Devon retreat will make a lasting first impression. From the moment you arrive, you'...
7 nights from £1871 *
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7 nights from £1488
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 £1488
7 nights from £1470
Rose on the Cliff
51204 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Helford.
A spectacular retreat perched on the picturesque banks of Gillan Creek. Tucked away down a private unmade lane, this unique spot is really very special and only shared with a handf...
7 nights from £1470
7 nights from £1450
33 The Green
46584 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Shaldon, Devon.
Welcome to 33 The Green, this stunning Georgian house oozes style and luxury, whilst being equally welcoming and charming, making it the ideal holiday home for all occasions. Locat...
7 nights from £1450
7 nights from £1172 *
The Clock House
55334 bedroom cottage with sea views near Falmouth, South Cornwall.
This fabulous abode is a real home-from-home with the most fabulous views, beautiful walled garden and access to a private beach shared with the main house. What more could you ask...
7 nights from £1172 *
7 nights from £1142 *
Rose House
54984 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage with sea views near Pembroke.
Imagine relaxing in a heavenly, luxurious hot tub overlooking the shimmering expanse of the Haven Waterway, one of Pembrokeshire's most spectacular, idyllic views. Nestling in t...
7 nights from £1142 *
7 nights from £1070
Wavecrest
57394 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage with sea views near Heacham.
Nestled in an exceptional location, just beyond the dunes and sandy beaches of South Beach you will discover Wavecrest, a gorgeous dog-friendly retreat that can be enjoyed year-rou...
7 nights from £1070
Arrive at your handpicked holiday home safe in the knowledge it’s been fully inspected.
Quality inspections
We check our holiday homes to ensure that everything is up to our high standards for your holiday, from provision of our above standard minimum inventory to how fluffy the towels are, we make sure you’ll have a comfortable stay.
Hardworking teams of housekeepers will have the place spick and span, ready for your arrival, so when you get there you can just relax.
