Cottages by a sandy beach in Cornwall
The quintessential Cornish holiday is spent jumping waves, surfing swell or relaxing with a picnic or barbeque on one of the county’s award-winning sandy beaches. Read more
Although the North and South Coasts offer beaches of slightly different characters, wherever you base your Cornish holiday cottage you can be assured of proximity to miles of golden sands.
Glorious swathes of powdery potential await at Perranporth, Constantine and Crantock beaches on the county’s North Coast. Here, beach-play is not only sand castle making, but also the adrenaline-fuelled pursuits of surfing, kite and wind-surfing: perfect for groups of friends making the most of their great summer escape in a holiday cottage in June, July or August.
Cornwall could be considered the hub of surf culture in the UK, with Newquay holding the honour of the most famous surfing breaks. A cottage in Newquay means you have the choice of not one, but six sandy beaches to explore on your holiday: Lusty Glaze, Tolcarne, Great Western, Towan, Harbour and Fistral.
Frequently, sandy beaches are adjacent to quaint villages and towns, ripe for exploration and to make the most of your seaside sojourn. Arty St Ives offers a wide variety of shops, galleries and eateries within a stone’s throw from our many cottages. If you’re keen to make a splash, try water-sports and action-packed days from the beach at the village of Mawgan Porth.
Steal away to some of the county’s more secluded sandy beaches for your next romantic getaway. Tiny Porthcurno’s warm sands are within walking distance from the Minack theatre: allowing you to combine chilled beachside basking with cutting edge, cultural days out. Delightful Portloe and pretty Portscatho offer cottages next to both sandy beaches and tasty culinary options: the perfect, simple self-catering solution.
We have 328 self catering cottages by a sandy beach in Cornwall.
7 nights from £580
Smugglers Rest
43052 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Coverack, West Cornwall.
They don't make views like this anymore, gaze from your bed at the glistening sea and feel your worries drift away with the breeze. This pretty terraced cottage is perfectly locate...
7 nights from £580
7 nights from £580
Penhallow
45952 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Crantock, North Cornwall.
Set in the heart of the pretty quintessential village of Crantock and only a five minute stroll from the family-friendly beach, Penhallow is a very special holiday retreat. All the...
7 nights from £580
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Chapel Cottage
52212 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in St Mawes, Cornwall.
Chapel Cottage is a simply delightful traditional Cornish cottage situated in the corner of a row of similar properties in an elevated position overlooking beautiful St Mawes and F...
7 nights from £580
7 nights from £582
76 Degrees Blue
27682 bedroom apartment with sea views in Coverack, West Cornwall.
This light and spacious apartment with the most spectacular sea views could just be the perfect coastal retreat. Sitting on the Sunny Corner side of Coverack, above the pretty arc-...
7 nights from £582
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Hillside
54803 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Crantock, Cornwall.
Crantock is an utterly charming village on the north Cornwall coast with thatched cottages, a village green, two pubs and a truly fantastic beach. This is a wonderful location for ...
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Carwin
49755 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Looe, Cornwall.
Come and live the beach life at Carwin. This modern three-storey property in the village of Seaton is just over 300 yards from the warm sands and crisp waters of the village's loca...
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7 nights from £596
The Wickets
50272 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Portscatho.
Beautifully designed to offer contemporary living at its best, The Wickets is a fabulous holiday abode, ideally situated at the head of a peaceful cul-de-sac and just a short walk ...
7 nights from £596
7 nights from £598
Little Mariners
49052 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in St Mawes, Cornwall.
In a fantastic location, just a stone's throw from the pretty harbour of St Mawes, this dreamy fisherman's cottage is simply perfect. Beautifully decorated in relaxing pastel shade...
7 nights from £598
Each and every one of our cottages is fully equipped with everything you’ll need on holiday.
Fully equipped cottages
All of our cottages have a standard list of equipment that goes above and beyond. As well as fluffy towels and readymade beds, our bare minimum includes everything you’ll need and more, from plenty of teaspoons to added extras such as gravy boats so no matter where you stay, you’ll be able to make your favourite home-cooked dishes.
Each inventory is regularly checked and counted so you won’t be stuck without a ladle and can leave your hairdryer at home, plus you’ll find a starter set of toiletries and cleaning products so you can get on with your holiday.
7 nights from £598
September Cottage
53292 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St. Mawes
Nestled in the heart of the charming Roseland village of St Mawes, September Cottage is a delightful holiday abode, perfectly placed just moments away from the gorgeous beaches and...
7 nights from £598
7 nights from £598
Pendower Barn
48142 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Portscatho.
Welcome to your perfect holiday bolthole, situated in the tiny hamlet of Trewithian and just a very short drive or pleasant coast path stroll away from the pretty seaside village o...
7 nights from £598
