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Coastal cottages (261)

Coastal cottages

Master the art of true relaxation in one of these idyllic coastal cottages. Wake up in your beach house to the soothing sounds of the waves. Or spend romantic evenings dining al fresco on the balcony of your seaside cottage.

Coastal cottages provide hassle-free breaks where the beach is your backyard. Keep one eye on the kids and the other on your book while they’re building sandcastles. Nip out to explore the coastline, discover life in the rock pools or take a quick dip in the sea. When you’re renting a beach house you’re never too far away to pop back for a snack or to freshen up.

Choose from coastal cottages in Pembrokeshire or one of the cottages by the sea in family friendly Devon or Cornwall. Mediterranean seaside cottages and beach houses in Greece, Italy and Turkey are also perfect for relaxing and getting away from it all.

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Only 5 minutes from the village centre in Seahouses, with wood burning stove, 3 good size bedrooms, utility room/boot room, enclosed garden, gas BBQ, outdoor heater, washer/dryer, off road parking for up to 3 cars. One storey property.

from £50 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£350 - £710 / week

3 nights min stay

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

"A little slice of heaven" is how guests described Sea Drift last year. Check out listing to see video of the fantastic sea views. We are graded 5 Star by Visit Wales.Only a short stroll to the beach and all the village's shops and restaurants.

from £44 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£310 - £695 / week

3 nights min stay

7 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.1 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Beachfront property with resident cook /staff where you can enjoy a taste of colonial Africa and totally relax and unwind enjoying spectacular views of the Indian Ocean.

£unknown / week

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.1 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Elastic Cottage is a fabulous single storey stone cottage that sits within the hamlet of Camasnacroise, a picturesque bay that opens out onto Loch Linnhe. Simply one of the finest locations in the West Highlands.

from £56 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£395 - £715 / week

3 nights min stay

1 review

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.1 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Self-catering holiday cottage with free wireless broadband just a few yards from the shore and a ten minute walk to the charming village of Emsworth in Hampshire. Power shower, dishwasher, large garden. Sleeps six.

from £56 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£394 - £835 / week

7 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.04 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

A 2 bedroom holiday cottage in the heart of the picturesque village of Lochgoilhead. Loch and mountain views from the lounge. Enclosed garden. Available all year round for weeks or short breaks. Pets welcome. Book online or phone us on 07823 554508 to check.

from £39 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£270 - £600 / week

3 nights min stay

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

A fantastic conversion and extension of fishermens cottages only a few yards from the River Axe and offering exceptional sea views from most rooms. Porch, sitting room, kitchen/ dining room, cloaks, 3 beds & 2 baths, sun terrace, parking.

from £158 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£1107 - £2336 / week

Short stays welcome

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

The self catering cottages are close to the beach with excellent swimming, snorkeling, fishing and surfing opportunities. Mozambique is re-establishing itself as one of SA's most intriguing and attractive tourist destinations.

from £70 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£487 - £1298 / week

7 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.1 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Ellie Ann Cottage offers luxury accommodation with beautiful sea views in a traditional fisherman's cottage, in a spectacular location next to the beach.

from £44 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£304 - £616 / week

Short stays welcome

1 review

View Bookable online
This property can be booked securely online within a few minutes. Just click on the ‘Check availability and book’ button on the property's advert.

Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.1 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

CROYDE MOORCOT the stunning, elevated location of this cottage has panoramic views of Croyde Bay, and the surrounding countryside.

from £86 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£605 - £1475 / week

3 nights min stay

1 review

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.1 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

A fabulous coastal retreat in delightful Devon!

from £83 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£580 - £900 / week

3 nights min stay

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Cottage | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

Being a traditional Chattel House in appearance, Chattel Chic's secret lies within. Newly renovated and furnished with impecable taste, this sea side retreat provides the setting for ultimate relaxation. Beach, sea, shops, restaurants...who needs a car!

from £99 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£695 - £1043 / week

3 nights min stay

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This property can be booked securely online within a few minutes. Just click on the ‘Check availability and book’ button on the property's advert.

Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.01 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Spacious,luminous, quiet. Only 100 m from the Archipelago Sea with a shared shoreline. We rent out 5 wooden cottages which were built in 2005 and fully equipped with everything you need to enjoy your time on the Finnish countryside. Upgrades available by renting fishing boats, booking a boat tour, or reserving the sports hall through us.

from £97 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£678 - £1118 / week

1 night min stay

1 review

View Bookable online
This property can be booked securely online within a few minutes. Just click on the ‘Check availability and book’ button on the property's advert.

Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.01 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Charming cottage in the Faubourg; redecorated with airy open-plan living space, well equipped kitchen & 3 bedrooms. Quiet pedestrian street, 1.5 minutes from beaches, restaurants and shops, also near vine covered hillside walks.

from £89 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£620 - £1025 / week

7 nights min stay

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

Set in the tranquil beauty of Clonmines, 50 meters from the pebbly shore of Bannow Bay, with stunning uninterrupted views of the estuary and open sea beyond is 'Carraig Dubh', a beautiful 200 year old cottage. A perfect romantic getaway.

£unknown / week

4 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.05 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden
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