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 341 self catering cottages by a sandy beach in Cornwall.
7 nights from £497 *
Seascape
31572 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Portscatho.
Situated on the edge of the picturesque coastal village of Portscatho and re-decorated throughout in 2020, this wonderfully spacious bungalow has recently been refurbished to a ver...
7 nights from £497 *
7 nights from £498
Wem House
31801 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Portscatho.
Wem House with its sea views is in a truly exceptional location just above the safe sandy Porthcurnick Beach. Converted from an old farm building this detached cottage is immaculat...
7 nights from £498
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7 nights from £498
Bryher
31321 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Portscatho.
Bryher is a delightful barn conversion, semi-detached from Lowenna (3133). The interior is contemporary, light and airy with solid wood flooring throughout and great attention to d...
7 nights from £498
7 nights from £498
Porthcurnick Studio
41101 bedroom, rural cottage with sea views in Portscatho, Cornwall.
With a beautiful sandy beach only two minutes' walk down the hill and spectacular sea views from the large picture windows in the sitting-room, Porthcurnick Studio is a surprisingl...
7 nights from £498
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Puffin
42293 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Newquay, Cornwall.
Set on the cliffs of the stunning coastline above Porth beach and Lusty Glaze, enjoy listening to the crashing waves on the shore from this lovely mid terrace holiday abode. Locate...
7 nights from £502 *
From £72 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 £72 per night
7 nights from £505 *
The Hideaway
47582 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Mousehole, West Cornwall.
In the heart of Mousehole and within walking distance of the bustling harbour this stunning cottage is simply charming and offers a wonderful seaside escape. The Hideaway is tucked...
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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
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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
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No 7 Churchtown
53082 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in St Agnes, Cornwall.
Nestled in the very heart of the charming Cornish town of St Agnes, No 7 Churchtown is a simply gorgeous, dog friendly cottage - ideal for that cosy cottage holiday by the sea, any...
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