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

Lofty Heights is a 1 bedroom holiday apartment with sea views in Shaldon, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 2 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £501

Lofty Heights

5337

1 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...

  • Sleeps 2 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £501

Puffin is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Newquay, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £502 *

Puffin

4229

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Newquay, Cornwall.


Set on the cliffs of the stunning coastline above Porth beach and Lusty Glaze, enjoy listening to the crashing waves on the shore from this lovely mid terrace holiday abode. Locate...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £502 *

The Pilchard Shed is a Cabin near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

From £72 per night

The Pilchard Shed

5278

Cabin near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.


Just a stone's throw away from the vibrant harbourside in the magical Roseland village of St Mawes, The Pilchard Shed is an oh so cute hideaway, tucked up a cobbled pathway and per...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

From £72 per night

The Hideaway is a 2 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Mousehole, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £505 *

The Hideaway

4758

2 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Mousehole, West Cornwall.


In the heart of Mousehole and within walking distance of the bustling harbour this stunning cottage is simply charming and offers a wonderful seaside escape. The Hideaway is tucked...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £505 *

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Pebbles is a 1 bedroom apartment with sea views in Falmouth, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £507

Pebbles

2635

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


How many holiday apartments offer the chance of falling asleep with a Royal Navy vessel moored almost alongside then waking with a luxury cruise liner in its place? Add views from ...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £507

Rosemerryn Cottage is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Falmouth.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Thu

7 nights from £508

Rosemerryn Cottage

4301

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


A truly charming semi-detached cottage set in tranquil countryside of the Helford; this sunny sheltered spot is the perfect place to relax and a fabulous base for exploring this pr...

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

7 nights from £508

The Chalet on the Beach is a Chalet on the beach sleeping two in Lyme Regis, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £509

The Chalet on the Beach

3351

Chalet 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...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £509

No 7 Churchtown is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in St Agnes, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £511 *

No 7 Churchtown

5308

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


Nestled in the very heart of the charming Cornish town of St Agnes, No 7 Churchtown is a simply gorgeous, dog friendly cottage - ideal for that cosy cottage holiday by the sea, any...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £511 *

Ferrycombe is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £513 *

Ferrycombe

4482

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea.


Welcome to Ferrycombe, this characterful barn conversion is perfectly situated within a private complex which hugs the edge of Bigbury-on-Sea and the beautiful golden sandy beaches...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £513 *

Seaview is a 2 bedroom apartment with sea views in Ilfracombe, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £518 *

Seaview

5412

2 bedroom apartment with sea views in Ilfracombe, North Devon.


Perched high above the north Devon coastline, Seaview offers everything you could wish for, from fabulous interiors to beautiful styling and the cherry on top has to be the picture...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £518 *

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