Surfing waves roll in to a long sandy beach backed by sand dunes.

Find My Favourite Coastal Cottages

Find UK Coastal Cottages Within a 15-minute Drive of the Sea. The UK has one of Europe's most picturesque and varied coastlines, so why not enjoy a self-catering holiday in a country cottage a few minutes' drive from the sea? Pick any stretch of coastline, and within a mile or two of the beach, you will be spoiled for choice with the range of coastal cottages such as converted barns, fishermen's lofts and luxury beach apartments available for short breaks or long summer holidays. From Scottish sea lochs in Loch Duich to historic inland ports such as Wisbech in East Anglia, holiday cottages close to the coast offer excellent value for money, being within easy reach of the beach without paying a beachfront premium.

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Q double-fronted, redbrick terraced holiday cottage in Wareham.
Sleeps
7
Bedrooms
4

Ammonite is a characterful Dorset coastal cottage on the Jurassic Coast in the Dorset town of Wareham. It can sleep seven people in four bedrooms.

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A two-storey holiday cottage seen through the branches of a tree.
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
3

Heyden Cottage is a delightful rural holiday cottage near Minehead, sleeping five in a quiet location. The pet-friendly cottage lies within the Exmoor National Park near the West Somerset coast. It offers seclusion plus fantastic countryside views. Enjoy adventures by day and relax by the wood-burning stove at night.

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Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

In the heart of the North York Moors National Park, come to stay at Lanes Barn, a countryside cottage in the remote village of Glaisdale, new Whitby, North Yorkshire, that comfortably sleeps four and provides the perfect home base to explore all that the region has to offer.

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Large thatched cottage overlooking a large lawn fringed with flowering shrubs.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Old Thatch is a charming Grade II-listed coastal cottage in Torcross, Devon, with panoramic ocean views and expansive grounds. The masterfully renovated thatched-roof cottage boasts landscaped furnished gardens, a sun-drenched conservatory, a log fire, exposed beams and beach access.

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Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
3

The Old Barn is a charming stone-built cottage near Swanage offering stylish accommodation. Set on the Isle of Purbeck, Dorset's large and pet-friendly holiday home promises tranquillity, lovely views, spacious grounds, fresh air, open-plan living and a cosy log fire.

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A semi-detached stone farm cottage with a lawn and picnic table.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Appletree is an impressive stone-built cottage on a working farm near Alnwick in Northumberland. The rural cottage sleeps 6 and boasts tranquillity and fresh country air, beautiful countryside views, furnished outdoor spaces and a play area, contemporary styling, and a log fire.

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A stone-built terraced cottage with a large, 1st floor bay window overlooks a quiet street.
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
2

Jackson Cottage, ideally situated for exploring the North East of England in the peaceful village of Alnmouth, Northumberland, is a coastal cottage with splendid views of Alnmouth Bay and upside-down accommodation that comes fully equipped to an exceptionally high standard for discerning guests.

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A wide 2-storey gable end of an Isle-of-Wight holiday cottage with floor-to-ceiling windows.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Starboard is a beautiful Isle of Wight coastal retreat located on a shingle beach in charming Yarmouth. Starboard is a dog-friendly, small and romantic open-plan studio apartment sleeping 2.

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L-shaped exterior of a wooden barn conversion with floor-to-ceiling folding windows.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Vaulted beamed ceilings and contemporary comforts greet visitors at 5c Hideways, a Norfolk coastal cottage just moments from the beaches of Hunstanton. The single-storey cottage promises light and airy open-plan spaces, a sunny courtyard, a sea breeze, and access to Norfolk's coastline.

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Many coastal holiday cottages will have a store of beach equipment for guests, such as buckets, spades, windbreaks, crab lines and even beach games or wet suits for children. Visit the website of a coastal holiday home to see just what beach equipment a cute cottage on the coast provides for guests. It could save a lot of packing or unnecessary purchases.

Beach and Coastal Cottages appeal to walkers. Self-catering means you are not tied to hotel restaurant times or having to dine out every night. It also offers facilities for drying and washing muddy clothes and boots overnight, ready for the following morning. Many coastal cottages welcome dogs - but check local tourist information to see which local beaches will be 'dog friendly' during your holiday.