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 301 self catering cottages by a sandy beach in Cornwall.
7 nights from £1195
Eastnor
41666 bedroom holiday home with sea views in Polzeath, North Cornwall.
Only a hop, skip and a jump from the stunning beach at Polzeath, this ultimate get together home will delight beach crazy individuals and those wanting to indulge in this very spec...
7 nights from £1195
7 nights from £1288
The Old Railings
37806 bedroom holiday home near the beach in Mevagissey, South Cornwall.
If you want masses of space and a relaxed vibe for a family get-together, this is the place for you! Just yards from the beach at Portmellon Cove on the outskirts of the ancient fi...
7 nights from £1288
7 nights from £1507
Sundown
21816 bedroom, dog friendly home with sea views near Kingsand, 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 £1507
7 nights from £1497
Trevellance
27447 bedroom holiday home near the beach in Perranporth, North Cornwall.
Just a mile from the superb surfing waves and glorious sandy beaches at Perranporth, this fabulous Georgian farmhouse is the perfect holiday location for big family gatherings and ...
7 nights from £1497
7 nights from £1670
Silver Spray
2027 bedroom, dog friendly home with sea views in Port Isaac, Cornwall.
Silver Spray's clifftop location has to be one of the most breathtaking in Cornwall! Overlooking Port Gaverne cove and Port Isaac – famous for the television programme Doc Martin, ...
7 nights from £1670
7 nights from £996
Queens Hotel
The Queens Hotel is an elegant Victorian hotel set on the seafront promenade at Penzance with stunning views of St Michael’s Mount and Mount’s Bay. Tiddily Prom, Jubilation and The...
7 nights from £996
Need more time? Reserve any cottage for up to 24 hours before booking.
24hr no commitment reservations
You can reserve your holiday dates on your favourite cottage for up to 24 hours. You might need to check with other guests in your party or simply consider whether this cottage is right for your holiday, either way we’re happy to give you the time to step away and mull over your options before paying a penny.
We’ll send you a reminder to see if you want it or not so you won’t lose out. Take time to think it over, you don’t have to rush your decision. Have a cup of tea and when you’re ready, hit the button to book your holiday and start looking forward to it.
7 nights from £867
Chy An Gwyns
These are the first and last holiday cottages in England! Just a stone's throw from Land's End with its dramatic cliffs, coastal paths and below, the crashing Atlantic Ocean. Mont...
7 nights from £867
7 nights from £931
Glamping at Chymder
Glamping at Chymder Farm offers the finest luxury camping set a few minutes' drive from two fabulous beaches and within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Set in a meadow of se...
7 nights from £931
7 nights from £1006
Rosteague Estate
Unique in its seclusion and romantic setting, Rosteague is a 200 acre privately-owned estate made up of surrounding pastures that undulate gently down to its own mile of coastline ...
7 nights from £1006
7 nights from £1927
Mount View Luxury Glamping
The most spectacular 180 degree views across Mounts Bay, your own private hot tub and en suite facilities are just a few of the amazing features on offer at Mount View Luxury Glamp...
7 nights from £1927