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 324 self catering cottages by a sandy beach in Cornwall.
7 nights from £824
Mowhay Barn
39683 bedroom, rural cottage with sea views near Kingsand, Cornwall.
Situated in an acre of beautifully landscaped gardens in the heart of the Rame peninsula, with views across the rolling countryside to the waters of Plymouth Sound and Dartmoor in ...
7 nights from £824
7 nights from £846
Stowaway
31633 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach near Portscatho.
Approached by a flight of open-tread wooden steps, this luxurious seafront apartment is tucked away near the slipway to the beach at Portscatho. The large glass walled dining-room ...
7 nights from £846
7 nights from £876
Smugglers Barn
53793 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Marazion.
Set in extensive grounds, less than 500 metres from the beach, Smugglers Barn is a beautiful hideaway ready to welcome six lucky guests looking for a laid-back coastal escape and i...
7 nights from £876
7 nights from £882
The Saltbox
48253 bedroom cottage with sea views in Port Isaac, North Cornwall.
Tucked away at the top of the oh-so-popular village of Port Isaac, with wonderful views stretching out across the ocean, we invite you to set yourself to Cornish time as you check ...
7 nights from £882
7 nights from £893
Little Trehan
55733 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
Located within a short walk of sandy Summers beach and all that picturesque St Mawes has to offer, this little gem of a property enjoys the most wonderful views from its elevated p...
7 nights from £893
7 nights from £900
Grenville
48753 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Whitsand Bay.
Set in the pretty coastal hamlet of Portwrinkle, a mere hop and a skip to the water's edge and with sea vistas to delight, Grenville is the perfect escape for those who want to dis...
7 nights from £900
7 nights from £901
Laurel Cottage
31383 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
This handsome whitewashed house has an enviable position in St Mawes close to Tavern beach, with far reaching sea views from many of the rooms and the spacious paved front terrace....
7 nights from £901
7 nights from £922
Bussillion
37733 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Falmouth, South Cornwall.
What a fabulous holiday home this is, a gorgeous mix of early Victorian terraced townhouse elegance and 21st Century luxuries, topped off with superb panoramic views. Big bay w...
7 nights from £922
7 nights from £995
Windsmeet
54263 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in St Mawes, Cornwall.
Enjoying far reaching views across the garden to the sea and St Anthony Head beyond, Windsmeet sits in an elevated position on an exclusive road just above the pretty fishing villa...
7 nights from £995
7 nights from £998
Bennerley House
55213 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
With uninterrupted views across the blue waters of the Percuil River across to St Anthony Head, enjoy a very special holiday at Bennerley House. Sit on the balcony watching the eve...
7 nights from £998
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.