Devon Cottages by the Sea
Enjoying two distinct coastlines, Devon offers double the fun for those seeking either aquatic adventures or seaside tranquillity. Pick a cottage with easy access to the beach, or take a birds-eye-view in a holiday cottage with jaw-dropping sea views. However you want to enjoy the sea, our coastal cottages make holidays unforgettable. Read more
The tempestuous North Coast offers atmospheric walks along its cliffs and a plethora of playtime potential along its shores. For a great family friendly get away, take a cottage near the expansive sands at Westward Ho! As well as traditional beach pastimes, it’s also home to more fast-paced, adrenaline-fuelled pursuits: try your hand and kite-surfing, drive a kite buggy or take to the seas to windsurf. Surfing and laid back surf culture characterise many of North Devon’s seaside towns: soak it up with a holiday cottage in Woolacombe, Bideford or head to Croyde to sample a nostalgic seaside holiday town with modern day style.
As an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, North Devon is a visual feast. Add in the additional attractions of delightful beach-side towns and all their amenities as well as the potential to discover splendid isolation by striking out along the coastal paths, and you have all the ingredients for a truly memorable seaside escape right from your Devon cottage’s doorstep.
Devon’s dual aspect ensures visitors to the county are spoilt for choice. South Devons Coast’s more gentle character means that a swathe of coastline - encompassing the towns of Torquay, Babbacombe, Paignton and Brixham – has been dubbed ‘The English Riviera’. Think exotic palm trees, restaurants and cottages with sea views and boats bobbing gently in aquamarine waters. As befitting its maritime focus, regattas – from world class races, to just-for-fun spectacles – fill the seas along the coastline during the summer.
As much for families looking for action-packed escapes as couples seeking serenity, Devon’s South Coast is packed full of potential day-trips and exciting attractions wherever you decide to take your seaside holiday cottage.
Our exclusive ferry discounts will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.
We have 93 self catering cottages near the sea in Devon
7 nights from £376
Princes Granary
7611 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach near Plymouth, South Devon.
An unique hideaway for couples, Princes Granary lies in the village of Down Thomas, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With wonderful walks along the nearby South West Coast...
7 nights from £376
7 nights from £412
Horizons
55481 bedroom apartment with sea views in Ilfracombe, North Devon.
Perched high, with a bird's eye view of Ilfracombe harbour and the horizon beyond, you will discover this gorgeous coastal apartment that offers the perfect north Devon location fo...
7 nights from £412
7 nights from £433
Homesdale
45141 bedroom holiday apartment near the beach in Shaldon, South Devon.
In the heart of Shaldon village, found at the mouth of the Teign estuary, is Homesdale. This charming apartment is the perfect hideaway, just right for a couple wanting to enjoy th...
7 nights from £433
7 nights from £441
Copperas Shepherd's Hut
4016Shepherds hut with fabulous sea views near Ilfracombe, North Devon.
Taken from the name of the rocks along this dramatic and exhilarating stretch of the north Devon coast, this beautiful shepherd's hut has views that will take your breath away - mi...
7 nights from £441
7 nights from £441
Wild Pear Shepherd's Hut
4017Shepherds hut with fabulous sea views near Ilfracombe, North Devon.
Wild Pear Beach is in sight of this gorgeous shepherd's hut and gives it its name. High above the incredible north Devon coast between Ilfracombe and Combe Martin, with its dramati...
7 nights from £441
7 nights from £454 *
3 Pebble Cottage
51223 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Brixham, Devon.
Just a hop, skip and a jump away from the pretty harbourside and many delights of vibrant Brixham on the English Riviera, Pebble Cottage is a traditional seaside cottage, perfect f...
7 nights from £454 *
7 nights from £472
Little Bessemer
18441 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Ilfracombe.
Little Bessemer is a hidden away cottage in the heart of Berrynarbor, one of north Devon's prettiest villages, indeed a 'Village in Bloom' Gold Award winner. Set well away from the...
7 nights from £472
7 nights from £474
The Apple House
41081 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views near Dawlish, South Devon.
This delightful and spacious detached cottage provides the perfect getaway location for two. Furnished and equipped to a very high standard, The Apple House offers you a wonderful ...
7 nights from £474
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7 nights from £501
Lofty Heights
53371 bedroom holiday apartment with sea views in Shaldon, South Devon.
Looking for that special retreat for two, if so, welcome to Lofty Heights which is nestled in the very sought-after village of Shaldon, just moments from a fabulous sandy beach and...
7 nights from £501
7 nights from £509
The Chalet on the Beach
3351Chalet on the beach sleeping two in Lyme Regis, Dorset.
Imagine a holiday right on the seashore of a very special beach, relaxing on your verandah with a glass of something refreshing, watching the gentle waves at one of the most famous...
7 nights from £509
