Holiday cottages by a beach in South Cornwall
Nothing says summer like warm sand between your toes and turquoise waters lapping onto golden beaches. Make the most of it and stay by the beach.Read more
Throw open the window and breathe in that fresh salty air - you're definitely on holiday when you can smell the sea! Have breakfast by the beach, spend all day on the beach or just gaze at the beach from the comfort of your holiday cottage. Nothing beats being by the sea.
If you're on holiday with children, staying by a beach means non-stop excitement and entertainment; sandcastle-building, wave-jumping, rockpool-searching, never-ending fun. If it's a more grown up affair, soak up the sun and refresh in the sea, find yourself a private cove and have yourself beachside holiday in a home-from-home.
We have 194 self catering cottages by a beach in South Cornwall.
7 nights from £507
Pebbles
26351 bedroom apartment with sea views in Falmouth, South Cornwall.
How many holiday apartments offer the chance of falling asleep with a Royal Navy vessel moored almost alongside then waking with a luxury cruise liner in its place? Add views from ...
7 nights from £507
7 nights from £508
Rosemerryn Cottage
43011 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Falmouth.
A truly charming semi-detached cottage set in tranquil countryside of the Helford; this sunny sheltered spot is the perfect place to relax and a fabulous base for exploring this pr...
7 nights from £508
7 nights from £525
Hayloft
31291 bedroom, dog friendly, rural cottage near the beach near Portscatho, Cornwall.
This lovely stone-built barn is set back from an unspoilt country lane just outside the harbourside village of Gerrans. One of just two recently renovated barns (Long Linhay (3142)...
7 nights from £525
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The Rigging
54703 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Polperro, Cornwall.
Come and live the coastal life at The Rigging, our most charming, white-washed cottage set in the idyllic harbourside village of Polperro. With bags of original features paired wit...
7 nights from £526 *
7 nights from £527
Bosun's Locker
52131 bedroom apartment near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
Welcome to Bosun's Locker, a hidden away apartment conveniently situated in the heart of the vibrant Roseland village of St Mawes and perfect for a car-free Cornish getaway for two...
7 nights from £527
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Hera
31313 bedroom cottage near the beach near Portscatho, South Cornwall.
Hera is an end of terrace house occupying a spectacular position overlooking the whole of Gerrans Bay. Full width windows across the front of the sitting-room take in views encompa...
7 nights from £531 *
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7 nights from £545
Slipway Cottage
31611 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach near Portscatho.
What a view you will lap up from this pretty, traditional end of terrace cottage in the centre of the charming seaside village of Portscatho. As the name suggests, the cottage is l...
7 nights from £545
7 nights from £546
The Hideaway at Polhawn
45571 bedroom cottage with sea views near Whitsand Bay, South Cornwall.
If you are looking for a room with a view, it doesn't get much better than this. Tucked away in a prime cliffside position, with views that stretch out across the shimmering waters...
7 nights from £546
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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