Holiday Cottages by the Sea

Holiday Cottages by the Sea

From sheltered coves and idyllic inlets to vibrant ports and rugged cliffs, seaside cottages offer a relaxing break with a stunning backdrop. Choose from our luxury portfolio and get ready to wake up each morning with views that will take your breath away. At Classic Cottages, we pride ourselves on marketing the finest quality accommodation around. Find your seaside cottage today. Read more

Our cottages are second to none, but add a sea view to the mix and you've got a seaside holiday that will go beyond the highest expectations. Find yourself a luxury coastal cottage to cosy up in or a beachside property for sunny summer days, holiday accommodation by the sea suits any weather at any time of year. Take a step back from the shore and choose a holiday home with a view of the sea instead - a beckoning glimpse of sparkling blue sea will get anyone out of bed in the morning. Give yourself a holiday to remember and book yourself a seaside retreat. All of our cottages are handpicked onto our books; personally inspected and fully equipped with everything you could need and more for your stay. Book with confidence with Classic Cottages. 

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

We have 722 self catering cottages near the sea

Hayloft is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly, rural cottage near the beach near Portscatho, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £525

Hayloft

3129

1 bedroom, dog friendly, rural cottage near the beach near Portscatho, Cornwall.


This lovely stone-built barn is set back from an unspoilt country lane just outside the harbourside village of Gerrans. One of just two recently renovated barns (Long Linhay (3142)...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £525

Grace Cottage is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage close to the sea near Ventnor, Isle of Wight
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £525

Grace Cottage

4209

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage close to the sea near Ventnor, Isle of Wight


This gorgeous barn conversion is set within the grounds of the stunning North Grounds Farm, just outside the village of Chale Green on the southern side of the Island. For the envi...

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

7 nights from £525

We’ve been raising the standards of self catering holidays since 1977.

The Rigging is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Polperro, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £526 *

The Rigging

5470

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


Come and live the coastal life at The Rigging, our most charming, white-washed cottage set in the idyllic harbourside village of Polperro. With bags of original features paired wit...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £526 *

Bosun's Locker is a 1 bedroom apartment near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £527

Bosun's Locker

5213

1 bedroom apartment near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.


Welcome to Bosun's Locker, a hidden away apartment conveniently situated in the heart of the vibrant Roseland village of St Mawes and perfect for a car-free Cornish getaway for two...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £527

The Chocolate House is a 1 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Penzance, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £530

The Chocolate House

3794

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


A perfect retreat for a couple to relax, The Chocolate House is a beautifully renovated 18th Century cottage set in iconic Chapel Street in Penzance. Although located close to the ...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £530

Hera is a 3 bedroom cottage near the beach near Portscatho, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £531 *

Hera

3131

3 bedroom cottage near the beach near Portscatho, South Cornwall.


Hera is an end of terrace house occupying a spectacular position overlooking the whole of Gerrans Bay. Full width windows across the front of the sitting-room take in views encompa...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £531 *

Officers' Mess is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with a hot tub close to St Brides beach and Little Haven.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £535

Officers' Mess

4760

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with a hot tub close to St Brides beach and Little Haven.


Wander back to the 1940s with a stay in 'The Radar Rooms'. Uncover something magical, exquisite coastlines, rolling surf, tumbling hills and fairy tale landscapes whilst staying in...

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

7 nights from £535

Buckland Cabin  is a 1 bedroom cabin near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £540

Buckland Cabin

4853

1 bedroom cabin near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.


Tucked away just off the High Street in Seaview, this recently renovated and beautifully presented cabin is ideal if you are seeking a romantic hideaway for two. Step inside th...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £540

We’re a Visit England Quality Accredited Agency for our high standards in holiday letting.

Slipway Cottage is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach near Portscatho.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £545

Slipway Cottage

3161

1 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach near Portscatho.


What a view you will lap up from this pretty, traditional end of terrace cottage in the centre of the charming seaside village of Portscatho. As the name suggests, the cottage is l...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £545

The Hideaway at Polhawn is a 1 bedroom cottage with sea views near Whitsand Bay, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £546

The Hideaway at Polhawn

4557

1 bedroom cottage with sea views near Whitsand Bay, South Cornwall.


If you are looking for a room with a view, it doesn't get much better than this. Tucked away in a prime cliffside position, with views that stretch out across the shimmering waters...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £546

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