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 £682
Rame Head Lookout
46341 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Whitsand Bay.
Perched high on the clifftop at Rame, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with views stretching out to the iconic tiny chapel on the headland and surrounded by the sea, this i...
7 nights from £682
7 nights from £690
The Loft
831 bedroom thatched cottage with sea views in Coverack, West Cornwall.
The quintessential romantic getaway awaits in the picturesque fishing village of Coverack. The Loft is a gorgeous bolthole, perfectly situated above the crystal-clear waters of the...
7 nights from £690
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 £693 *
Ash
54742 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Falmouth.
Nestled amongst rolling countryside on the outskirts of Swanpool, close to sandy beaches such as Maenporth and Swanpool and within walking distance of Falmouth Golf Course and Club...
7 nights from £693 *
7 nights from £701
1 The Brakeyard
46623 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
Perfectly located just a stone's throw from the centre of the beautiful harbourside village of St Mawes, 1 The Brakeyard is a luxury holiday home, ideal for families or groups of f...
7 nights from £701
7 nights from £731 *
Sea Dream
47213 bedroom stylish, dog friendly apartment with sea views in Falmouth.
With stunning sea views, Sea Dream is the perfect name for this fabulous first floor apartment, ideally placed for a beach holiday. Swanpool Beach is a stone's throw away from your...
7 nights from £731 *
7 nights from £753 *
Spinneywood
55143 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Helford.
Perhaps the most astounding views one would be lucky enough to experience on the Cornish coastline, this beautifully appointed cottage sits in an elevated position overlooking Gill...
7 nights from £753 *
7 nights from £756
Samphire
44871 bedroom cottage near the beach in Portscatho, South Cornwall.
Higher Rosevine Farm is an attractive collection of luxury barns that are situated around a central courtyard planted with olive trees and large Mediterranean pots giving a relaxed...
7 nights from £756
From £110 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 £110 per night
7 nights from £773 *
Arcus
50212 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach in St Ives.
Just imagine the most magical of holiday locations, overlooking the crystal-clear waters of Porthminster beach and with the delights of the characterful town of St Ives right on yo...
7 nights from £773 *
7 nights from £781
Captain Blake's Retreat
4330Cliff-top retreat with sea views near Whitsand Bay, South Cornwall.
Welcome to the ultimate get-away-from-it-all cliffside escape. Out of this world views, super stylish interiors, fresh air by the bucketful and a location that's second to none. Pe...
7 nights from £781
