We have 528 self catering cottages by a sandy beach.
7 nights from £480
Church Avenue Cottage
55792 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Fowey, Cornwall.
Oh my, this gorgeous cottage is an absolute gem. Wonderfully welcoming and beautifully decorated throughout, this idyllic and romantic retreat is tucked away in a little lane, prov...
7 nights from £480
7 nights from £483
Faithfull Cottage
36002 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in St Helens, Isle of Wight.
Faithfull Cottage is a welcoming retreat situated within two miles distance of St Helens village on the Isle of Wight, as well as a gorgeous beach, RSPB Nature Reserve and the vill...
7 nights from £483
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 £488
Vougeot
12592 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Fowey, South Cornwall.
Tucked into a sheltered corner of attractively landscaped grounds, Vougeot is a real home-from-home, comfortably furnished and offering a wonderfully restful feel. Part of a small ...
7 nights from £488
7 nights from £490
Trenance
25922 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St Ives.
Located in a gorgeous, rural location, this detached granite, reverse level cottage has all you need for a relaxing break for four, plus a doggy companion. Set on a tranquil workin...
7 nights from £490
7 nights from £492
Manor Cottage
49882 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
Tucked away just off the pretty harbourside in the bustling Roseland village of St Mawes, Manor Cottage is a cheerful holiday home, perfect for those looking for a village location...
7 nights from £492
7 nights from £493
Westhill View
48822 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Shanklin, Isle of Wight.
With the golden sands of Shanklin beach a short walk away, this lovely holiday home sits in the heart of town, perfect for traditional days by the seaside and within easy reach of ...
7 nights from £493
7 nights from £495
Driftwood Cottage
31242 bedroom cottage near the beach near Gerrans, South Cornwall.
Driftwood Cottage, the centre of three traditional terraced cottages, is tucked away in a quiet location near the 13th Century Church in the village of Gerrans. The cottage has...
7 nights from £495
7 nights from £497
Opal Cottage
31452 bedroom cottage with sea views in Portscatho, South Cornwall.
Opal Cottage is a pretty end of terrace cottage situated in the corner of the village square and only a two minute walk from the harbour, beach and coastal path. Comfortably furnis...
7 nights from £497
Our property managers are local experts who handpick perfect places to stay.
Local experts
We scour the coast and country to winkle out bits worth sharing with you, the best properties in lovely locations. While we’re out and about, we gather together the best things to do so that you can start planning your holiday as soon as you’ve booked.
The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.
7 nights from £500
Coulsons Retreat
29592 bedroom apartment near the beach in Penzance, West Cornwall.
If you are looking for a holiday retreat a short stroll from the delights of Penzance, yet just a car journey away from St Ives, Mousehole and all that far west Cornwall has to off...
7 nights from £500
7 nights from £500
Thimble Cottage
41322 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St Ives.
Gorgeous Thimble Cottage lies just inland from Pendeen Lighthouse and the crashing Atlantic Ocean in the far western peninsula of Cornwall. Set within a hamlet in the ancient lands...
7 nights from £500