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

Manor Cottage is a 2 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £492

Manor Cottage

4988

2 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...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £492

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

7 nights from £495

Driftwood Cottage

3124

2 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...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £495

Thimble Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St Ives.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £500

Thimble Cottage

4132

2 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...

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

7 nights from £500

No 2 Water Lane is a 3 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in St Agnes, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £500 *

No 2 Water Lane

5476

3 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in St Agnes, North Cornwall.


Just a short stroll from the beach and in the much sought-after village of St Agnes is a truly magical place for a Cornish holiday. Deep in the heart of the village you will find N...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £500 *

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Dolphin Cottage is a 2 bedroom dog-friendly self catering cottage near the beach near Portloe.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £507

Dolphin Cottage

3123

2 bedroom dog-friendly self catering cottage near the beach near Portloe.


Dolphin Cottage is a cosy mid-terrace former coastguard’s cottage, situated on the edge of the picturesque fishing village of Portloe, with sea views from the terrace. The bijou co...

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

7 nights from £507

Jackdaw Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the sea in St Agnes, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £510

Jackdaw Cottage

4565

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the sea in St Agnes, Cornwall.


Steeped in history and nestled within the historic Heritage Coast, Jackdaw Cottage is located on a quiet country lane close to the north Cornish coast within the parish of St Agnes...

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

7 nights from £510

Rock Samphire is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in St Agnes, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £511

Rock Samphire

4444

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


This delightful, stylish cottage is in the heart of the friendly quintessential Cornish village of St Agnes. Beautifully renovated and lovingly furnished and equipped, this is a ch...

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

7 nights from £511

Brackley House is a 2 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £513

Brackley House

3115

2 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.


Brackley House is situated close to the centre of the picturesque village of St Mawes, only 100 yards from the beach and harbour. The cottage has reversed accommodation and a wonde...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £513

Anskyber is a 2 bedroom cottage with sea views in The Lizard, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £517

Anskyber

2326

2 bedroom cottage with sea views in The Lizard, West Cornwall.


Duck under the lintel on entering this beautiful former barn, and prepare to gasp in delight; in the kitchen, above the dining-table, is a window with wonderful sea views beyond An...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £517

Geach’s Cott is a 2 bedroom apartment with sea views in Falmouth, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £518

Geach’s Cott

2535

2 bedroom apartment with sea views in Falmouth, South Cornwall.


With wonderful waterside views from this comfortable duplex apartment, you will find yourself very content watching the boats pass by. Part of the Packet Quays development in Falmo...

  • Sleeps 4
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £518

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