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 544 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 544 self catering cottages near the sea in South West

Orchard Vean is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage in a creekside hamlet near Truro, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £410

Orchard Vean

1367

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage in a creekside hamlet near Truro, Cornwall.


A short stroll from the waters of Restronguet Creek, halfway between Truro and Falmouth, this is the ideal location for exploring both north and south coasts, and all points in bet...

  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £410

Horizons is a 1 bedroom apartment with sea views in Ilfracombe, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £412

Horizons

5548

1 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...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £412

The Nest is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach in Coverack.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £413

The Nest

5316

1 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach in Coverack.


One of a collection of fabulous apartments located in The Headland in the traditional Cornish fishing village of Coverack, The Nest is a beautifully furnished bijou abode, perfect ...

  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £413

Little Bambaroo is a 1 bedroom cottage near the beach near Marazion, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £415

Little Bambaroo

4511

1 bedroom cottage near the beach near Marazion, West Cornwall.


What a little cutie! Picture-perfect and utterly charming, this delightful bolthole for two is set deep in the heart of the quaint Cornish village of Churchtown Gulval. Spot the 12...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £415

Kynance is a 1 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Mullion, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £415

Kynance

986

1 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Mullion, West Cornwall.


Step down into the quiet quadrangle of attractive granite barns, cross the communal garden, open the door and you will find the most perfectly charming retreat for two. Nestling be...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £415

Little Stormleigh is a 1 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in St Agnes, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £419

Little Stormleigh

5364

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


There is nowhere quite like St Agnes when it comes to relaxation and rejuvenation. There is something about the salty air and laid-back pace of life that makes this peninsula a par...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £419

Each and every one of our cottages is fully equipped with everything you’ll need on holiday.

Dove Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Mousehole.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £419 *

Dove Cottage

5275

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Mousehole.


Nestled in the heart of the charming fishing village of Mousehole, Dove Cottage is a delightful holiday abode, perfectly positioned close to galleries, eclectic shops and cafes, an...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £419 *

9 Coastguard Terrace is a 2 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Portloe, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £420 *

9 Coastguard Terrace

3221

2 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Portloe, South Cornwall.


Stylish comfort and retro chic abound in this beautifully renovated Victorian cottage found in the sleepy fishing village of Portloe. The whitewashed terrace of nine former coastgu...

  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £420 *

Guillemot is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Falmouth, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £421

Guillemot

5129

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Falmouth, Cornwall.


Just a stone's throw from beautiful Gyllyngvase beach and its renowned cafe/restaurant and a short stroll away from the delights of Falmouth town, Guillemot is a fantastic choice f...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £421

Elvan Loft is a 1 bedroom apartment with sea views, near the beach in Mousehole, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £423

Elvan Loft

3821

1 bedroom apartment with sea views, near the beach in Mousehole, West Cornwall.


With far reaching views over Mount's Bay towards St Michael's Mount and Mousehole Harbour, Elvan Loft is perfectly placed for exploring the delights of West Cornwall and beyond. Th...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £423

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