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 £594 *
Number 4 Sea View
49922 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Marazion, West Cornwall.
Tucked away in the heart of the picturesque and historic town of Marazion is this cute little retreat - a lovingly restored cottage perfect for small families or couples. Arty and ...
7 nights from £594 *
7 nights from £597 *
Chy Morva
41332 bedroom, rural cottage with sea views in Porthcurno, West Cornwall.
Chy Morva, or should we say Little House by the Sea, is in an exquisite setting with views towards stunning Porthcurno beach and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. The first floor balcony ...
7 nights from £597 *
7 nights from £598 *
Minstrel Cottage
43034 bedroom thatched cottage with sea views in Coverack, West Cornwall.
A simply gorgeous cottage, with stunning views and set in the heart of this pretty village; what more could you ask for on holiday. Each room has picturesque views over the bay whi...
7 nights from £598 *
7 nights from £601 *
12 Merchant's Quarter
55183 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach in Charlestown.
Oh my, what a wonderful place this is. Escape to the magical harbourside village of Charlestown, nestled on Cornwall's captivating south coast. Tucked away on the edge of a gate...
7 nights from £601 *
7 nights from £609
Sophie's Cottage
56161 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Portscatho.
Nestled in the pretty hamlet of Treworthal this delightful semi-detached thatched cottage is a real gem. Come and stay at this lovely Grade II Listed stone cottage to enjoy everyth...
7 nights from £609
7 nights from £626 *
Barn Cottage
53772 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Coverack, Cornwall.
Set within one and a half acres of private grounds, this gorgeous cottage was originally part of Polcoverack Farm and housed the mill wheel and grinding stones. A water wheel was o...
7 nights from £626 *
7 nights from £630 *
2 Tregarth Cottages
31053 bedroom cottage near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
This superb property is in an exclusive row of three individually designed houses just a five minute walk down the hill to St Mawes' picturesque harbour and village centre with its...
7 nights from £630 *
7 nights from £633
Gregs Cottage
27991 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Penzance, West Cornwall.
If you are seeking a bolthole in this historic town, Gregs Cottage has the credentials. A traditionally styled mews town cottage that offers comfortable and welcoming accommodation...
7 nights from £633
7 nights from £643 *
Denham
51332 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Marazion, Cornwall.
With captivating panoramic views over Mount's Bay and St Michael's Mount, Denham is a very special holiday abode where you are just a few minutes stroll away from the delightful se...
7 nights from £643 *
7 nights from £667 *
Polvellan Heights
51962 bedroom apartment with sea views in Mousehole, West Cornwall.
Tucked away in a prime cliffside position, with views that stretch out across the shimmering waters of Mousehole and as far as the eye can see along the west Cornish coast, Polvell...
7 nights from £667 *
