
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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- Sleeps
- 12
- Bedrooms
- 6
Converted from a Victorian chapel, Chapel House in Anglesey is a large, purpose-built luxury holiday cottage in a pleasant rural location. It lies about a country mile outside the village of Llanddeusant in the hamlet of Elim on the Island’s west coast. The pet-friendly cottage sleeps 12.

- Sleeps
- 10
- Bedrooms
- 5
Amidst the Cornish countryside, Chapel Green is a large countryside cottage in the former mining village of Polgooth featuring a swimming pool, gym, sun deck, and five cosy bedrooms to comfortably house groups of up to 10 looking to holiday in the splendour of St. Austell Bay. Pets welcome.

- Sleeps
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 4
Welcome to Your Coastal Retreat in Coldingham
Discover the epitome of comfort and convenience at this splendid Coldingham holiday cottage, your ultimate coastal holiday home in Northumberland. Situated in the picturesque village of Coldingham, just north of Eyemouth, this large, spacious and meticulously maintained detached cottage offers an ideal escape for families and groups of friends yearning for a pet-friendly seaside getaway on the North East coast.

- Sleeps
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 4
Cefn-Yr-Efail is a coastal cottage outside Porthmadog, near sandy beaches, mountains and lakes, in Gwynedd, North Wales. This large Snowdonia holiday cottage near Porthmadog sleeps 8, with amazing views of the surrounding countryside, slate floors, a jacuzzi bath and a private garden

- Sleeps
- 14
- Bedrooms
- 5
Castle View is a large Victorian townhouse in Scarborough, restored to delight the most discerning guests booking a self-catering holiday in this premier North Yorkshire seaside resort. Castle View sleeps 14 in an elegant crescent in the heart of the town, a 10-minute walk to the beach.

- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
C S Lewis Balcony is a stylish, two-storey Lynton holiday apartment overlooking the sea. The impressive property sleeps four and enjoys beautiful views from its furnished balcony. It offers an interior with dual-aspect windows, sophisticated décor, sunlit spaces, and luxurious details.

- Sleeps
- 5
- Bedrooms
- 3
Bwythyn-y-Wennol Cottage keeps the tradition of the family seaside holiday alive. This Welsh coastal cottage on the idyllic Llyn Peninsula in Abersoch sleeps 2-5 guests. The stunning Llyn Coastal Path Snowdonia offers an enticing choice of scenic walks and many other activities in this beautiful corner of North Wales.

- Sleeps
- 34
- Bedrooms
- 12
The Ship Inn, once a pub in Colwyn Bay, has been comfortably and stylishly converted to create a large, dog-friendly holiday cottage in North Wales sleeping 34 guests in 12 spacious bedrooms, with a 5-minute walk of the beach.

- Sleeps
- 14
- Bedrooms
- 7
This superb, pet-friendly Edwardian seaside holiday home on Anglesey is large enough to accommodate up to 14 guests by the sea in Cemaes Bay. With sea views from most rooms and a garden bordering the beach, it's perfect for holidays all year round for large families or groups of friends.