There is nothing more refreshing than a holiday by the coast, so here is Breakfree Holiday’s collection of the 10 best cottages near the sea that you just have to visit.
Whether you’re looking for modern beachside properties with direct access to those big surfing waves and sandy beaches, family-friendly sea view cottages with stunning scenery or small cosy holiday cottages in a quiet fishing harbour where you can simply relax and enjoy coastal walks – with Breakfree Holidays, you can have it all! With our wonderful selection of coastal cottages, you’ll be sure to find your perfect seaside retreat. The choice is endless, so we’ve put together this list of our favourite holiday cottages with sea views to help you narrow it down.
Our Top 10 Coastal Holiday Cottages:
- Mariners Cottage (Mousehole, Cornwall)
- Zenka (Port Henderson, Scotland)
- Sundial House (Lyme Regis, Dorset)
- Beam Ends (Beesands, Devon)
- 1 Baytree Cottage (Sarisbury, Hampshire)
- Buxa Farm Chalets (Orphir, Orkney)
- Rockside (Anglesey, Wales)
- Snuggly Sheep (Ballyshannon, Ireland)
- Coast Guard House (Swalecliffe, Kent)
- The Byre (Whitby, North Yorkshire)
Mariners Cottage
Location: Mousehole, Cornwall
Great for: Stunning sea views on the south coast of Cornwall.
If it’s sea views you’re looking for, they don’t get much better than at Mariners Cottage. This recently refurbished two-bedroom seaside cottage is set right on the water’s edge in the pretty coastal village of Mousehole. With its narrow winding streets, local galleries, restaurants and shops, you’ll have everything you need for the perfect getaway by the sea. The cottage has a beautiful enclosed, waters’ edge garden with stunning views right across the Bay towards St Michael’s Mount and Lizard Point.
Facilities: Arranged over three floors, this cottage offers two bedrooms – a stunning Master bedroom on the first floor and a lovely twin bedroom on the upper floor. Both rooms have huge sash windows, perfect for taking in those gorgeous sea views. The stylish and delightful living space downstairs offers an open-plan living area with a fully equipped and well-proportioned kitchen. The traditional stable door opens put onto the stunning waters’ edge garden with a large dining table and plenty of seating from which you can soak up the views and enjoy the sea air.
Zenka
Location: Port Henderson, Scotland
Great for: Dramatic scenery on the shores of Loch Gairloch.
With its spectacular sea views and stunning mountain scenery, this modern cottage on the West Coast of the Scottish Highlands is the ideal place for your next holiday if you’re looking for adventure away from the beaten track. Surrounded by a number of stunning sandy beaches, including Redpoint which offers superb views across to Raasay, Skye and the Western Isles, as well as providing truly incredible views of the sunset across the Minch. If you’re lucky you might even catch a glimpse of the whales offshore.
Facilities: This modern two-bedroom apartment is laid out on the ground floor of this modern cottage. Two double bedrooms are both well-proportioned and equipped with plenty of wardrobe and storage space. The open-plan living, kitchen and dining room has two sofas, a dining table seating 6 and a TV with Freesat channels for you to enjoy relaxing evenings in. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you might need during your stay. Step outside, and if you can take your gaze away from the stunning scenery, you’ll find a beautiful garden complete with a garden table and plenty of seating.
Sundial House
Location: Lyme Regis, Dorset
Great for: A beautiful Grade II Listed property situated on the seafront of this popular seaside town.
This truly unique property is located right on the seafront overlooking the famous Lyme Regis Cobb promenade and the harbour and has stunning panoramic sea views across Lyme Bay. This bright, airy Arts & Crafts house is just a few steps from the shingle and pebble beach, with a water sports centre just a short walk away offering you the chance to try your hand at sailing, deep-sea fishing or just have some fun family crabbing.
Facilities: Set over three floors, this unique Grade II listed house can sleep up to 9 people in 5 beautiful bedrooms. The bedrooms – 3 doubles, 1 single and a bunk room – are all located across the top two floors with some rooms interconnecting, giving you the most flexibility for your guests. Its light and airy lounge is on the ground floor with its large cosy sofas, TV, DVD player and unrivalled views of the sea this is the perfect place to relax in. The kitchen is located on the first floor and is stunning with its hand-painted cupboards, Belfast sink and Aga. The large dining table in front of the huge bay window makes this the ideal dining spot.
The house also comes with many outdoor spaces to enjoy – from the walled rooftop terrace to the small romantic balcony off the lounge, the well-stocked terrace garden with its quaint courtyard or the large, raised terrace to the front of the house – there is certainly something for everyone.
Beam Ends
Location: Beesands, Devon
Great for: Direct access onto the shingle beaches of Devon with stunning views across the beautiful coastline.
This is a truly rare and unique property with magnificent sea views on the south coast of Devon in an area of outstanding natural beauty. You can step directly onto the shingle beach, making it the perfect sea view cottage for your next fun family holiday. Being dog friendly, even your faithful four-legged friend will have a blast. If you’re looking to take your dog on holiday with you then you should check out these 4 Best Dog-Friendly Cottages too.
Facilities: This three-bedroom cottage has a beautiful interior that was designed taking inspiration from the striking Firmdale Hotels so you can have the look and feel of a stylish boutique hotel all to yourselves. You can spend colder evenings in the cosy lounge with its log burner or enjoy a film in your very own soundproof cinema room.
Two of the bedrooms have wonderful private balconies so you can sit, relax and soak in the stunning location. With an enclosed garden as well as a stunning sun deck, both with plenty of seating, you can enjoy the outside of this property just as much as the inside.
1 Baytree Cottage
Location: Sarisbury, Hampshire
Great for: A stunning holiday cottage ideal for nature spotting and coastal walks.
Set within the peaceful scenery of Hampshire but having all the local amenities within walking distance makes this one of our favourite seaside cottages. Located close to Fairthorne Manor your children will have endless fun kayaking, exploring the enormous grounds and climbing trees. If you are looking to add a bit more culture to your beach holiday, then Southampton is just a short drive away. With its rich history and superb museums, there is sure to be entertainment for all ages.
Facilities: With two luxury bedrooms, accommodating up to 6 guests, a glorious outdoor hot tub, an open fire, a private parking space and the local pub within walking distance, you can see why this holiday cottage is on our favourites list. Being a dog-friendly property means your furry friend can also enjoy wonderful walks along the beautiful coast path.
Buxa Farm Chalets
Location: Orphir, Orkney
Great for: Getting away from it all and enjoying peace and quiet with amazing views.
This property sits right on the waters’ edge of Scapa Flow on 20 acres on entirely unspoilt land, with magnificent views out across the water and towards the lighthouse tower on Graemsay. This is one of the most unique and rare coastal holiday cottages with sea views you will find in the United Kingdom.
Facilities: The Norwegian-style wood chalet sleeps two people in either double or twin accommodation. The living room is cosy and comfortable and offers views directly pout across Scapa Flow. A TV with Freeview channels and a DVD player means that even when the weather isn’t on your side, you can cosy up in front of a good movie and simply enjoy the peace and quiet in this area of outstanding natural beauty.
Rockside
Location: Anglesey, Wales
Great for: Large stunning property that sleeps 12 to fit the whole family.
This truly unique property set right on the waterside is located on the west coast of Anglesey in the quiet village of Treaddur Bay, on the shore of Holy Island. Sandy beaches, rocky outlets and secluded coves make this one of the most stunning sea view cottages you will have the chance to stay in. There is so much to do during your stay – from sailing to windsurfing, from a round of golf on the local links course to birdwatching at the RSPB Reserve, South Stack Lighthouse. There really is something for the whole family to enjoy, even your pets. Being dog-friendly means even your faithful friend can enjoy the stunning clifftop walks with you.
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Facilities: Rockside has recently been fully refurbished to an incredibly high standard and has everything you will need to make your stay memorable. Six exquisite bedrooms sleep 12 guests comfortably, and the open plan kitchen, dining and seating area is a wonderful place to gather and entertain. The kitchen comes fully equipped and even has two dishwashers! There is a separate larder room as well as a separate laundry room. The living rooms provide plenty of comfortable seating, a wood-burning stove, TV, DVD Player and SONOS system.
It doesn’t end there – there is also a huge games room with everything you will need to keep both young and old entertained. From table football, endless books and board games, to TV with access to Netflix and a SONOS system. The house even has a boot room with a conformable bed for your dog! In this holiday cottage, they really have thought of everything.
The Snuggly Sheep
Location: Ballyshannon, Ireland
Great for: Perfect self-catering hut for couples looking to get away from it all.
If your search criteria include llama treks, scenic walks, superb fishing and unique accommodation with a rustic charm, then you need to look no further than The Snuggly Sheep. This is one of our favourite holiday cottages and is situated on the Campview Farm near Ballyshannon in County Donegal, Ireland. Just moments away from the sandy beach of Tullan Strands, this coastal holiday hut will win your hearts the moment you arrive. Why not take a short stroll to the estuary for a spot of birdwatching, or take the short drive to enjoy an exhilarating outing at the Bundoran Adventure Park?
Facilities: From the moment you arrive you will feel at home in The Snuggly Sheep. Stepping inside you will find a cosy, studio-style layout with a beautiful timber arched ceiling. With a comfy seating area, well-equipped kitchenette including a fridge, kettle and microwave and a double bedroom with ensuite shower room, there’s no roughing it here.
Coast Guard House
Location: Swalecliffe, Kent
Great for: A wonderful coastal holiday cottage close to London for that easy-to-getaway break.
Located on the north coast of Kent this is one of our favourite holiday cottages. The seaside towns of Whitstable and Herne Bay are just a stone’s throw away. Both are very popular in the summer months, but they are equally as welcoming at other times of the year. If you’d like a little more history and culture on your holiday, you could head to the beautiful city of Canterbury with its spectacular cathedral and cathedral gates as well as the famous Marlowe Theatre. Or you could take an interactive tour of Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales and see much of the stunning city on your walk.
Facilities: The spacious and impressive cottage has 5 bedrooms and can accommodate up to 10 guests (and pets!). One of the bedrooms is located on the ground floor and is adjacent to a ground floor bathroom, with access to a small enclosed outdoor decking area making this property the perfect place to stay for multigenerational holidays. At the front of the house, you will find off-street parking as well as a lovely, enclosed garden, including your very own hot tub! With plenty of outdoor seating, you can enjoy the warm evenings with friends while taking in the beautiful sea views.
The Byre
Location: Whitby, North Yorkshire
Great for: A stunning barn conversion in an idyllic location.
The last of our top 10 stunning coastal cottages is The Byre near Whitby in North Yorkshire. This sublime barn conversion has magnificent views of the North York Moors National Park as well as across to the coast, making this the ultimate location for a family holiday for those seeking both the coast and countryside. If you’re sold on Whitby being your next holiday destination, then you should also check out these 8 Best Log Cabins Near Whitby too.
Facilities: You’ll find three well-proportioned and cosy bedrooms, accommodating up to 6 guests. The open plan living room has exposed beams, plenty of comfortable and lavish seating and a wood-burning stove, so you are sure to be snug no matter what the weather is doing outside. If the weather is kind, you can enjoy dinner or drinks outside on the terrace with stunning views and its very own wood-burning hot tub.
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At Breakfree Holidays, we know how important your holidays are to you – more now than ever. So, if our listed options of beach cottages don’t quite tick all your boxes then just head over to our website to look at the full range. We have something for everyone! Get booking your next amazing break with Breakfree Holidays today.