
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
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Sand-n-Sea is a superb ground-floor apartment in the 5-Star Endcliffe development overlooking Gyllyngvase Beach. Located on Falmouth promenade, this luxury beach apartment features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a beachfront terrace and reserved parking. This is beachside Cornwall at its best!

- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Escape to a unique Cornish holiday experience in a Beautiful stone-built Cornish cottage, sleeping up to 4 guests. Located in the historic town of Fowey and just a short walk away from the beach via an idyllic woodland footpath, this holiday cottage with its stunning stone construction is the perfect place for a getaway and - even better - your four-legged friends are welcome too!

- Sleeps
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
Harvey's Mill is a centuries-old Suffolk windmill near Saxmundham lovingly converted into a picture-perfect holiday cottage for two. It's a perfect rural bolthole for self-catering holidays and weekend romantic escapes, walking or cycling in the beautiful Suffolk Heritage Coast, and pets are welcome.

- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
For self-catering holidays in Lyme Regis, explore Anchor, a ground-floor haven just a 10-minute walk to the bustling seafront. This pet-friendly cottage offers comfort within easy reach of the town. Modern amenities, two bedrooms, and a private patio make it ideal for mobility-challenged guests. Off-road parking, stunning beaches, and local attractions create a perfect coastal retreat. Discover the charm of Lyme Regis and plan your Dorset self-catering escape at Anchor.

- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
The charming countryside Beech Cottage in Scales, Cumbria, sits in the heart of the Cumbrian peninsula, providing families on holiday boundless opportunities to enjoy the coastline of the Furness Estuary or the splendid beauty of Lake District National Park from a dog-friendly welcoming home base.

- Sleeps
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 3
Beach Lodge is an impressive detached holiday cottage in Woolacombe with spectacular sea views. The seaside cottage sleeps six opposite the beach in the award-winning resort town. It offers a spacious, sophisticated interior, an open-plan design, a balcony, a sea breeze, and natural light.

- Sleeps
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 4
Bayview is a large Cornish coastal cottage in Portwrinkle, a tiny fishing village in Whitesand Bay. Bayview is a pet-friendly holiday cottage with a hot tub. This large property sleeps eight guests in four bedrooms. It's perfect for golfing or family beach holidays.

- Sleeps
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 3
Barn Cottage is a rural farm cottage with a hot tub offering self-catering holidays in the Carmarthenshire countryside. This West Wales holiday home near Laugharne lies in a coastal location in Carmarthenshire. It welcomes children and pets and is wheelchair accessible.

- Sleeps
- 16
- Bedrooms
- 8
Babbacombe Hall is a large detached Victorian Villa sitting just moments from the coast in Babbacombe. The spacious Torbay coastal cottage offers sophistication in rooms with high ceilings & bay windows, as well as a beautiful garden ideal for socialising, plus a hot tub, a balcony, a games room and a pleasant sea breeze.