Do you want to get away this year and have your sun, sea, sand moment? But still uneasy about travelling abroad or do you just prefer to stay in the UK? Well, there are plenty of beautiful beaches here and you can find absolutely fantastic seaside holiday cottages that will make your holiday worthwhile! Or check out our other holiday cottages blogs!
Coastal holidays are the best, because if you’re a city dweller, then you get to explore and experience the spectacular UK coastline and beaches on offer – So what are you waiting for? Whether it’s an overnight break or a week-long escape, whether it’s with family, friends or alone – we’ve got the ideal seaside holiday cottage for everyone! Grab your flip flops, sand buckets and don’t forget the suncream! It’ll be a scorcher!
The 10 best seaside holiday cottages in the UK
First up is in St Ives!
Anchor Loft
Where: St Ives, Cornwall
An absolutely beautiful seaside holiday cottage that will blow you away! A naturally bright seaside cottage that lures you in with its fantastic and charming nautical decor. Gaze at the sea from your private terrace, or pop along to the nearby harbour! With the sandy beaches on your doorstep and the crystal blue waters calling your name, you’d be silly not to go! The perfect seaside cottage for families and it’s even pet-friendly!
A wonderful family holiday cottage break.
Info & Pricing
- Location Anchor Loft. Tregenna Hill. St. Ives. TR26 1SF
- Price Starting at £579
Royal Sands
Where: Ramsgate, Kent
Ever wanted to have your morning breakfast on the beach, just outside your cottage? Well, this is it and it’s glorious. It’s peaceful and quiet and has modern interiors to make you feel stylish.
It’s also close by to the Ramsgate Tunnels and the country’s only Royal Harbour.- definitely worth a visit!
Ramsgate is also the sunniest place in the UK, so stock up on your sun cream. Whether you go on a walk along the Viking Coastal Trail or head to Westwood Cross – one of Europe’s largest retail parks – shop till you drop?
Whatever you do, relax, swim, walk or shop – this seaside holiday cottage is the place to go.
Info & Pricing
- Location Royals Sands Development. Marina Esplanade. Ramsgate. CT11 8FH
- Price Prices from £815
Little Eddy
Where: Wembury, Devon
A little slice of heaven. This seaside holiday cottage is placed in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, so you know it’s going to be gorgeous.
Nestled on a coastline boasting dramatic cliffs and stunning scenery, the best rock pools in the country are also a short walk away and the abundance of wildlife is rife. There is so much around the seaside property, that your holiday will be an adventure exploring each and everything.
Then when you’re done exploring, ascend the oak staircase in your cottage and relax on the glass-fronted balcony with refreshments and watch the beautiful sunset.
A bright, beautiful, modern and outstanding seaside cottage – it’s dog-friendly too!
Info & Pricing
- Location Wembury. Devon
- Price Prices from £680
Byron Luxury Seaside Cottage
Where: Woolacombe, Devon
A seaside holiday cottage next to Woolacombe beach – the 3-mile long expanse of golden sands? Yes, please!
The luxurious accommodation will have you never wanting to leave – with a heated indoor pool, gym, sauna and games room, you’ll be spoilt for choice! And the outside is even better. The beach is gorgeous, the sand dunes are calling your name or climb a hill next to Mortehoe (there’s also great pubs there for a cheeky bev).
Bring the kids and their beach toys and a whale of a time.
Info & Pricing
- Location Beach Road. Woolacombe. Devon. EX34 7BS
- Price Prices vary
Twentysix Anderby Creek
Where: Lincolnshire
An ‘Anderby Chalet’ is equally charming and a modern classic seaside holiday cottage. With a Scandinavian vibe and is located in the perfect place for a seaside vacation where it feels like you’re in your own little world.
With the fresh sea air welcoming you every morning as you eat your breakfast, relaxation can set in. The garden also has stunning lakeside views and the cottage is a short walk away from a gorgeous, sandy beach – a truly authentic seaside holiday experience. With wildlife teeming around you, it’ll feel like you’ve gone abroad! If you’re lucky you may even spot seals on the shore too!
Info & Pricing
- Location Anderby Creek
- Lincolnshire
- Price Prices from £90
Crab Cottage
Where: Sandsend, North York Moors & Coast
A wonderful and charming seaside holiday cottage with nautical interiors that are delightful!
Set on the captivating coastline you are sure to be treated to beautiful seaside views, especially as you can watch the sunrise and sunset from your own garden. And a short walk to the gorgeous sandy beaches, you could spend a whole day there building sandcastles.
If you fancy a change of scenery, then you can travel to Robin Hood’s Bay, a postcard-perfect fishing village or perhaps walk along the cobbled streets on the Yorkshire cliff tops and capture the essence of a UK seaside holiday cottage.
Bliss.
Info & Pricing
- Location Sandsend. North York Moors & Coast
- Price Prices from £608
Little Orme View
Where: Llandudno, Wales
A picturesque coastal property, with stunning views of the Little Orme. The beach of North Shore is just a walk away, with great activities there for the whole family, including a popular paddling pool and the new Llandudno Lifeboat Visitor Centre!
Hear the rush of the waves as you wake up and watch the beautiful sunset from inside your cosy cottage. And if the nights are cooler, there’s a log burner that will keep your toes toasty warm.
A spacious but luxurious seaside holiday cottage that you’ll want to visit again and again!
Info & Pricing
- Location Llandudno. Wales
- Price Prices from £54
Benllech Wales
Where? Benllech, Wales
A beautiful cottage set on the seaside of Benllech Beach, the popular seaside town! Part of the Anglesey coastline, it boasts stunning sandy beaches and coastal paths that will have you exploring all day with the kids. There’s plenty of space to have some beach-tastic games and to have your own picnics!
And if you fancy some food, the beach has a variety of shops, cafes and pubs. You can even escape to the spectacular mountains of Snowdonia – wherever you decide to go on your beach holiday, you’ll have a fantastic time at this seaside holiday cottage.
Who wouldn’t want to stay in a luxurious, modern and aesthetically pleasing seaside cottage that has the best views?
Info & Pricing
- Location Benllech. Wales
- Price Prices from £48
Inch Beach House B&B
Where: Ardroe, County Kerry
Enjoy some stunning panoramic views of Inch Beach from a beach house itself! With rooms that overlook the tranquil ocean, you’ll feel like you’re another world away at this seaside holiday cottage. Wake up to the rushing waves and salt air on the tip of your nose as you indulge in your seaside vacation.
With the beach spanning an amazing 5km, you have plenty to explore and walk on. Whether you go for a morning stroll, or after dinner walk as the sun is setting. You can even arrange for some beach activities like windsurfing, kayaking or fishing! Have some adrenaline-pumping fun and relax all at the same time!
With a spacious beach house, glass-walled patio and the beach on your doorstep, can you really go wrong?
Info & Pricing
- Location Ardroe. County Kerry
- Price Prices from £68
A beach vacation at a seaside holiday cottage is 100% on my bucket list this year – is it on yours?
If it is, we hope we’ve given you some fresh inspiration on where to go. Whether it’s a fun family holiday or a couple of getaways, there are endless opportunities to find your holiday cottages. And seaside holiday cottages are in abundance, especially those that have picturesque, stunning views of the beach right from the bedroom window – talk about a great morning wake up.