Holiday cottages by the sea in South West

Holiday cottages by the sea in South West

From sheltered coves and idyllic inlets to vibrant ports and rugged cliffs, seaside cottages in South West situate you beside one of our greatest assets. Read more

Whether your passion is for surfing beaches or sandy beaches, sailing and canoeing or simply taking in the view, the variety of our 545 South West cottages by the sea ensure you’ll be best placed to enjoy this coastline’s many delights.

Our seaside cottages on the atmospheric north coasts of Devon and Cornwall will assault your senses with the sights, smells, and sounds of the ever-changing, ever-beautiful ocean. Where better than to plan your next romantic break?

Along the South West’s southern coastlines, a holiday by the sea offers tranquil waters, secret coves and pretty towns to explore. With one of the world’s most beloved walking routes - the 630-mile South West Coast Path - snaking around the South West, a cottage by the sea in the region don’t only mean water sports on your doorstep. Hiking this glorious coastal route is one of the perks of staying in one of our holiday homes. 

For a gentler pace, consider a holiday in one of the region’s many picturesque fishing villages, where sea views will allow you to watch the comings and goings of working boats as well as the rich diversity of marine birds and wildlife who make the coastline their home. 

Whatever the weather or the season, self catering by the sea will never be anything short of breath-taking.

Our exclusive ferry discounts will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.

We have 545 self catering cottages near the sea in South West

Pebblestones is a 2 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Brixham, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £462

Pebblestones

2313

2 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Brixham, South Devon.


Overlooking the bustling fishing port of Brixham, its harbour full of boats of all sizes and shapes, Pebblestones is one of a terrace set high up above the harbour. It is approache...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £462

Primrose Cottage is a 2 bedroom cottage near the beach in Portscatho, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £465

Primrose Cottage

4739

2 bedroom cottage near the beach in Portscatho, South Cornwall.


Situated in the heart of Gerrans village only a short walk from the picture-perfect seaside village of Portscatho, with its pretty harbour and panoramic seascape, semi-detached Pri...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £465

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Inglenook Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Polperro, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £466

Inglenook Cottage

5262

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Polperro, Cornwall.


Set in what has to be one of the most picturesque coastal villages in Cornwall, this darling of a cottage is an absolute delight. Presented with much care to showcase the original ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £466

Vougeot is a 2 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Fowey, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £473

Vougeot

1259

2 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 ...

  • Sleeps 4
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £473

Poachers Cottage is a 2 bedroom dog-friendly fishermans cottage in Appledore
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £480

Poachers Cottage

2828

2 bedroom dog-friendly fishermans cottage in Appledore


Poachers Cottage is at the heart of the historic north Devon fishing village of Appledore, set in a little cobbled courtyard off the iconic Irsha Street, a stone's throw from the w...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £480

Church Avenue Cottage is a A stunning dog friendly cottage for 4 set in the beautiful sailing town of Fowey, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £480

Church Avenue Cottage

5579

A stunning dog friendly cottage for 4 set in the beautiful sailing town of 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...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £480

Opal Cottage is a 2 bedroom cottage with sea views in Portscatho, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £481

Opal Cottage

3145

2 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...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £481

Springfield Cottage is a 2 bedroom, rural cottage with sea views near Mullion, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £482

Springfield Cottage

1620

2 bedroom, rural cottage with sea views near Mullion, West Cornwall.


Tucked away down a private road, Springfield Cottage is a delightfully spacious single-storey cottage with wonderful views across the countryside towards the sea at Gunwalloe. T...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £482

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Coulsons Retreat is a 2 bedroom apartment near the beach in Penzance, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £488

Coulsons Retreat

2959

2 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...

  • Sleeps 4
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £488

Trenance is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St Ives.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £490

Trenance

2592

2 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...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £490

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