Holiday cottages by sandy beaches
Nothing says summer more than warm sand between your toes and turquoise waters lapping onto golden beaches. Visit the West Country for Britain’s best Read more
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 793 self catering cottages by a sandy beach.
7 nights from £315
Cwtch y Rhos
60861 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in Fishguard.
Escape to Cwtch y Rhos for a romantic getaway. Nestling within walking distance of the centre of the historic coastal town of Fishguard and the picturesque harbour of Lower Town, e...
7 nights from £315
7 nights from £319
Princes Granary
7611 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach near Plymouth, South Devon.
An unique hideaway for couples, Princes Granary lies in the village of Down Thomas, part of National Landscapes (formerly known as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). With wond...
7 nights from £319
7 nights from £358
1 Harrow Cottages
46421 bedroom self catering apartment near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
This charming first floor apartment is in Nettlestone, just up the hill from Seaview and within walking distance of the beach. Surrounded by countryside there are lovely views from...
7 nights from £358
7 nights from £360
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 £360
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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 £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
7 nights from £378
Love Lane Stable
58201 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Penzance, West Cornwall.
Beside one of Penzance's oldest properties dating back to 1685 and tucked along a narrow lane, Love Lane Stable is a beautifully converted stone building offering a seamless blend ...
7 nights from £378
7 nights from £380 *
Pen yr Onen
56333 bedroom apartment with sea views near Newport, Pembrokeshire.
Immersed in a National Landscape (formerly known as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), just a short stroll from the enchanting, sheltered cove at Cwm yr Eglwys, soak up the se...
7 nights from £380 *
7 nights from £385 *
Penmorfa
55314 bedroom cottage with sea views near Newport, Pembrokeshire.
Choose this gorgeous, colonial-style beach house just yards from the enchanting sheltered cove at Cwm yr Eglwys for your next break. Sitting above the hamlet, in a tranquil locatio...
7 nights from £385 *
From £56 per night
The Pilchard Shed
5278Cabin near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
Just a stone's throw away from the vibrant harbourside in the magical Roseland village of St Mawes, The Pilchard Shed is an oh so cute hideaway, tucked up a cobbled pathway and per...
From £56 per night
The poet Robert Frost declared, rather despondently, that ‘nothing gold can stay’: clearly he had never been to the West Country. Here, miles of sandy beaches offer the perfect family holiday in a myriad of destinations.
Somerset’s 50 miles of coastline combines warm waters, soft sand and traditional seaside towns. Try Burnham-on-Sea and Brean Cove beach for sandy exploits; bustling Minehead or extrovert Western-super-Mare for family-friendly attractions on their respective miles of sands.
On the South Coast, Dorset competes with equally as attractive towns bursting with beach-side fun. Quaint Lyme Regis and pretty Swanage offer sand-a-plenty as well as all the amenities needed on a self-catering holiday.
But sandy beaches don’t have to be busy…venture further south to Devon and Cornwall to discover seclusion and serenity on your own stretch of golden sand. On the North Coast, tiny coves offer secret slivers of beach perfection: check out Bossiney, Daymer Bay and Constantine Bay for your idyllic romantic getaway or Valentines’ break.
Miles of flat sands are the perfect host for beach-sports: try your hand at kite-buggying at Watergate Bay, Westward Ho! or Perranporth.
Beach breaks abound along the Devon and Cornwall coasts: jump into the surf, then relax on soft sands at Fistral Beach, Praa Sands or Sennen Cove.
If gentle waves lapping onto sugary sands is more your style, explore the calmer waters around Falmouth or Devon’s famed, ‘English Riviera’ stretching between the towns of Torquay, Babbacombe, Paignton and Brixham.
Wherever you choose your cottage in the West Country, a sandy beach is never far away.
