Find self catering and cottages that are great for a short break in England

Homestead Cottage, Mortehoe, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £412 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Mortehoe sleeps 6.

Features include: Short breaks • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: A charming spacious cottage with wonderful sea views.

It will be hard to tear yourself away from the windows of this charming cottage with outstanding views over the coastline and out to sea as far as Hartland Point. Homestead is just a short stroll to a choice of pubs, the delicatessen, post office and village shop where you can pick up fresh croissants for breakfast! The cottage retains all the charm and character of its age echoed in some exposed stone walls and some uneven floors. A spacious comfortably furnished living room features a stone fireplace with gas fire. The separate dining room is ideal for family meals while enjoying fine views. Steps lead up to a half landing where you will find a fitted oak kitchen to the rear, the family bathroom and an additional compact shower room. Upstairs are three bedrooms all with fantastic views. There is access off the kitchen to a fully enclosed lawned and sheltered cottage style garden, backing onto the National Trust headland and a garden seat is perfectly positioned to enjoy the views. A further small front lawn is found just across the shared driveway. Individually styled and with plenty of character, modern comforts and south facing aspect with outstanding views, Homestead Cottage provides all the ingredients for a lovely holiday.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Porch. Living room with stone fireplace with gas stove, TV with Freeview and DVD. Dining room with gas stove. Half landing. Kitchen with electric cooker and microwave. Fridge and freezer housed in a larder, and a washer dryer in the garage. Bathroom with bath and shower attachment over bath, WC and vanity basin. Shower room with WC and basin, please note the entrance doorway to this room is very narrow. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double and basin. Bedroom 2 with Twin and basin. Bedroom 3 with Twin with basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas CH. No cot is provided, please bring your own travel cot. Parking for 2 cars to the front. No smoking. Regret no pets. A selection of books and games. Telephone for incoming and emergency calls. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.

Hawthorne Cottage, Sea Palling, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £541 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Sea Palling sleeps 8.

Features include: Short breaks • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: Hawthorne Cottage is a delightful, newly renovated, 1700's thatched cottage with a large garden leading onto open fields. In a quiet position and easy walking distance to the beach.

With its lovely sandy beach and traditional seaside atmosphere, Sea Palling is a perfect location for a coastal holiday. On a summer's day you may like a swim in the sea, a cycle ride through the country lanes, a boat trip on the nearby Broads or a visit to one of the many attractions close by. In winter what better than an invigorating walk along the beach followed by a warming drink inside your cosy cottage. The village has a shop, post office and two pubs.

Hawthorne Cottage is a delightful, recently renovated, 1700s thatched cottage with a large garden leading onto open fields. It occupies a quiet position in the village on a no-through road and within easy walking distance of the beach. The property retains many original features and would make an ideal family or group holiday destination. Shop/Pub: 200 yards

Ground Floor:
Bread Oven/Snug Room with children's toys and bean bags
Sitting Room attractively furnished with comfortable seating, TV, DVD player, CD hi-fi, inglenook fireplace with electric wood-burning effect stove, beams and pamment floor
Bedroom 1 with a single bed
Dining Room with comfortable seating, table and chairs as well as small children’s table with chairs, archway to
Kitchen with range cooker with gas hob and electric oven, SMEG fridge with icebox, farmhouse sink, dishwasher, small table and two chairs
Utility Room with compact washing machine and microwave
Bathroom with bath, over-bath thermostatic mixer shower, washbasin and wc

First Floor: This is split into two separate areas which are at opposite ends of the property, accessed via different staircases and are not connected.
Bedroom 2 with twin beds
Bedroom 3 with a king-size bed
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc
Bedroom 4 with zip and link 2' 6" beds which can be made into a 5ft double - please state preference on booking, door leading to
Bedroom 5 with a king-size bed and En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc - this room has sloping ceilings and reduced headroom above the wc

Garden: Open plan front lawned garden. Rear garden enclosed and lawned with patio area, garden furniture and barbecue.
Outhouse: With tumble dryer.
Parking: For three cars.
Heating: O.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels - but not beach towels, books, games and CDs. Telephone for incoming calls only. Two travel cots - please bring your own bedding and two highchairs are available.
Notes: Bedrooms 2 & 3 are accessed via a steep staircase with a handrail which is narrow and has low head room at the bottom, which may make it unsuitable for people with mobility concerns. Bedroom 4 & 5 are accessed via a steep staircase with a handrail and no twists. Bedroom 4 is a landing bedroom and may be more suitable for family use. The cottage is a period property and does have high thresholds, sloping ceilings and low beams in places.

Albion House, Cromer, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £392 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Cromer sleeps 7.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub • Near Fishing • Near Golf •

Accommodation overview: Albion House is a listed period town house in close proximity to the beach and Cromer town centre. It offers spacious family holiday accommodation over three floors.

Cromer is a traditional seaside resort with a cliff-top setting and wide sandy beaches running down to the sea. It is famous for its fishing boats that still work off the shore and offer freshly caught seafood. The town has a fine pier, a local history museum, a new lifeboat museum, a golf course, multi-screen cinema, Amazonia zoo, indoor children's play barn, Kart Track, cycle hire, shops and restaurants as well as seafront entertainment, making it ideal for a family holiday. Cromer church tower is the tallest in Norfolk and the more adventurous might like to climb to the top to enjoy the wonderful views.

Albion House is a listed period town house situated in the centre of Cromer only yards from the town centre and beach. It is a classic townhouse with accommodation over three floors and is located in a narrow street with properties of a similar age. It offers pleasant, comfortable family accommodation with full or side sea views from all the bedrooms and has the benefit of a private parking space a short walk away. Shop: 50 yards Pub: 50 yards

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, LCD TV with free to air satellite channels, video, DVD player, electric wood burner style fire and archway through to
Kitchen/Dining Room with electric cooker, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, table and chairs

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with twin beds, TV, bay window and En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
Bathroom with bath, over-bath electric shower, washbasin and wc

Second Floor:
Bedroom 2 with a double bed, TV and bay window
Bedroom 3 with twin beds and views over the beach and sea

Garden: Fully enclosed small rear courtyard with garden furniture - please note neighbouring property has right of access, this is rarely used.
Parking: For one car in a private car park only a few minutes walk away from the property; there is vehicle access for unloading outside Albion House.
Heating: G.F.C.H. included May-Sept and £30 per week Oct-Apr, payable on booking.
Also Provided: Wi-Fi, Z-bed available on request, books and games.
Pets: One well-behaved dog welcome, to be kept downstairs at all times.
Extras: Towels are available for hire at £5 per person per week, payable on booking.

Sandpiper Cottage, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £351 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 4.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: Sandpiper is a modern house situated on Church Farm. Aldeburgh and the surrounding area has inspired many authors and poets in the past but the most famous son of the town is Benjamin Britten, who founded the Aldeburgh Music Festival, which now has worldwide acclaim and is held every year in June at Snape Maltings. Fishermen still pull their colourful boats up on the shingle beach and sell fresh fish from the picturesque huts. The wide, mainly Georgian high street has many attractive buildings whilst the seafront properties all have commanding views of the beach and the North Sea. Boating is popular on the nearby Alde estuary where a large variety of yachts can be seen at summer weekends. Sandpiper is a charming house situated on Church Farm. The property offers good accommodation for a family looking to holiday in Aldeburgh with a pretty private garden and easy parking. Away from the hustle and bustle of the High Street all amenities are a short walk away. Shop: 0.5 mile Pub: 0.5 miles. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV, DVD and wood burner Dining Room with table and chairs Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge, dishwasher and microwave. Freezer and washing machine in garage. Cloakroom with washbasin and w.c First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed En-Suite Shower room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bathroom with bath, over-bath mixer shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Patio area garden furniture. Parking: Parking for one car. Further parking available on road. Heating: Gas-fired central heating. Also Provided: Logs for the wood burner. Pets: One small or medium dog accepted.

Clifton House, Lowestoft, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £794 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Lowestoft sleeps 10.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Detached • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: Detached Victorian house situated within very easy access to Kessingland beach. Kessingland is a traditional seaside village situated on the Suffolk Heritage Coast, just a few miles from Lowestoft with its award-winning sandy beach. Kessingland itself has a sand and shingle beach and is part of the Suffolk Coastal Footpath. To the south are the conservation areas of Dunwich Heath and Minsmere offering an abundance of wildlife and wonderful walks with coastal views. You can enjoy days out at Kessingland Africa Alive Park, Somerleyton Hall and Pleasurewood Hills Theme park, all of which are within easy driving distance. The village has shops, pubs and a restaurant. Clifton House is a substantial detached Victorian house situated within very easy access to Kessingland beach. The property is attractively decorated and comfortably furnished and ideal for a family holiday or get together. Shop: 1 mile Pub: 0.25 miles. Ground Floor: Sitting Room TV with Freeview, DVD player, and open fire Dining Room with table and chairs Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, two fridges and freezer Conservatory with seating First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed and sea views Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bedroom 3 with a double bed Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, washbasin and w.c. Shower Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. Second Floor: Bedroom 4 with a double bed and sea views Bedroom 5 with bunk beds Bathroom with bath, washbasin and w.c. Children's Sitting Room with TV, PlayStation 2, books and games Garden: The garden offers a good sized lawned area, patio and has the benefit of garden furniture. Parking: For four cars. Heating: Gas-fired central heating. Also Provided: Travel cot. Wi-fi. Pets: One dog by arrangement and should be kept downstairs at all times. Notes: There is a small pond in the garden and care should be taken with young children at all times. Cot provided is a travel cot.

Caen House, Croyde, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 11
Weekly prices from £1148 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Croyde sleeps 11.

Features include: Short breaks • Luxury breaks • Internet or WiFI Access • Detached • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: Wonderfully spacious detached property located in the heart of the village

Situated in the very heart of Croyde village, Caen House is a wonderfully spacious detached property stylishly presented in a contemporary style, just a ten minute stroll from the beach. The local villagers will tell you that it was formerly known as The Police House, so it's very interesting to find it sits adjacent to the very popular Thatched Barn Inn! The huge open plan kitchen / dining room is the hub of the house, where everyone can gather for convivial meals and wander out onto the pretty lawned garden through a choice of three sets of French doors. The fully enclosed rear patio and lawn backing onto open fields is ideal for a leisurely barbecue with the sound of the waves in the distance, and younger guests will love the space to run and play. The living room, complemented by solid wood flooring, has comfy leather sofas surrounding the attractive ornamental fireplace. A useful utility room has plenty of storage for beach equipment, coats and boots, and a conveniently placed small wet room is ideal for surfers and sand covered children returning straight from the beach. There are four bedrooms on the first floor, the double having an ensuite bathroom and a separate small study/nursery. French doors open onto a decked balcony, with patio furniture, having lovely views over the surrounding countryside and spiral staircase to the garden below. A further double room, a bunk room and a single room are served by a separate shower room. On the second floor the loft has been cleverly converted to provide a snug area with comfy sofa and bean bags leading to both a double and a twin room together with separate modern bathroom. Caen House is a welcoming home where fabulous memories will be made and you will never want to leave!

Accommodation: Steps up to Ground floor: Hall. Living room with TV with Freeview, DVD and stereo. Kitchen / dining room with large table comfortably seating 12, electric oven and halogen hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge. Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge/freezer and sink unit. Shower room with WC and basin. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with King, with ensuite bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, WC and basin. Study /nursery off with broadband connection. Bedroom 2 with double. Bedroom 3 with Bunks. Bedroom 4 with Single. Shower room with WC and basin. Second floor: Snug room with TV with Freeview, DVD and Wii games console. Bedroom 5 with Double. Bedroom 6 with Twin. Bathroom with bath with shower attachment over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. Second highchair and travel cot available on request. 1stairgate available. Garden furniture. BBQ. Books and games. CD's & DVD's. Regret no pets. No smoking. Parking in garage for one car with 3 additional dedicated parking spaces, a 3 minute walk from the property. Restricted roadside parking. Short breaks available. 4 pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Two The Crescent, Cromer, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 11
Weekly prices from £925 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Cromer sleeps 11.

Features include: Short breaks • Internet or WiFI Access • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub • Near Fishing • Near Golf •

Accommodation overview: Impressive, spacious four storey Edwardian house in an exceptional seafront position. This Cromer holiday home offers great family accommodation with superb views of the Pier and the sandy coast.

Cromer is a traditional seaside resort with a cliff-top setting and wide sandy beaches running down to the sea. It is famous for its fishing boats that still work off the shore and offer freshly caught seafood. The town has a fine pier, a local history museum, a new lifeboat museum, a golf course, multi-screen cinema, Amazonia zoo, indoor children's play barn, Kart Track, cycle hire, shops and restaurants as well as seafront entertainment, making it ideal for a family holiday. Cromer church tower is the tallest in Norfolk and the more adventurous might like to climb to the top to enjoy the wonderful views.

In an exceptional seafront position directly overlooking the beach and pier, lies this impressive, spacious Grade II listed Georgian house. From waking in the morning and looking out to sea, to dining alfresco in the pretty courtyard at night, this house is absolutely ideal for a family seaside holiday, being both child and baby friendly. It is situated in a private cul-de-sac on the sea front only two minutes from the sea and the town centre. "Location, Location, Location", "quite possibly the finest rental accommodation in Cromer" and "Even better than in the brochure" are just some quotes from the online visitors book. Pub: 25 metres Shop: 150 metres

Ground Floor:
Sitting/Dining Room pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, HD TV with Freesat, Blu-ray player, iPod compatible CD hi-fi, wood burner, dining table with five chairs and seating for six people on window seats set into bay window overlooking the sea, this room leads to the
Kitchen with gas range, electric oven, gas Aga, American fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, breakfast table and four chairs and double doors to courtyard
Utility Room/Cloakroom with washing machine, tumble dryer, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed, large sofa and French doors leading to balcony which offers splendid sea views
Shower Room with power shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2/Nursery with cot, a single child's bed, toys and games

Second Floor:
Bedroom 3 large room with sea views, a king-size bed and En-Suite Dressing Room
Bedroom 4 with a single bed
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, washbasin and wc

Third Floor:
Bedroom 5 with two sets of bunk beds - suitable for children only, sea view
Bedroom 6 with one set of bunk beds - suitable for children only, sea view
Sitting Room with comfortable seating, sofa, HD TV with Freesat, video and DVD/CD player

Garden: Fully enclosed high walled rear paved courtyard with lighting, table and chairs for ten people and gas barbecue, drinks fridge and outside wc
Parking: For one car. Further roadside parking or pay and display car parks in the town.
Heating: G.F.C.H. included May-Sept and £25 per week Oct-Apr - £15 per short break, payable on booking.
Also Provided: Two highchairs and two stair gates. Travel cot - in addition to cot in nursery. Wi-Fi. Books and games. Beach equipment.
Notes: Housekeeping deposit of £200 payable to Norfolk country Cottages two weeks before the start of your holiday.

Highview, Lee, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from £1215 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Lee sleeps 12.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Detached • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: In a tranquil setting high above Lee Bay this comfortable and relaxing home offers high quality accommodation, perfect for large family groups. With breathtaking views over a picturesque coastal valley, this detached property enjoys a tranquil setting high above Lee Bay, a designated area of outstanding natural beauty. With stylish contemporary decor throughout, the spacious living/ dining room has full width patio doors opening onto an enormous decked terrace, a real suntrap enjoying stunning views over the valley. This fabulous space is ideal for outdoor dining after a trip to the beach or walks along the rugged coastal path. The modern fitted kitchen is well equipped and has a further utility area which also leads onto the terrace. For younger guests, a generous games room offers much to choose from, including table football and Playstation 2 with games. With plenty of space for comfy leather sofas, TV/DVD and stereo, this room is a real bonus. All of the bedrooms are attractively presented, on the ground floor one double and two twin bedrooms share the modern bathroom and additional separate cloakroom. Upstairs a lovely dual aspect double bedroom has French doors opening onto a delightful roof terrace with views of the ocean, perfect for sunset cocktails. A further spacious double bedroom, which has an additional single bed to allow flexible sleeping arrangements, benefits from a modern ensuite shower room. The compact bunk room is suitable for small children and a separate shower room is also on this floor. A driveway provides parking for several cars and the rear garden enjoys fabulous rural views. The rock and sand cove of Lee Bay is just a short downhill stroll or hop in the car to visit the wonderful golden sandy beaches of Woolacombe and Croyde, just a ten minute drive away. For the more energetic, a multitude of coastal or inland walks stem from the village. Highview is a perfect home from home for discerning guests in this beautiful area.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall. Living/dining room with TV with Freeview, DVD and stereo. Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. Utility room with sink, washing machine, tumble dryer and additional fridge/freezer. Games room with table football, various games and TV/DVD. Bedroom 1 with Double. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bedroom 3 with Twin. Bathroom with small curved bath with fitted shower over bath, WC and basin. Cloakroom with WC and basin. First floor: Bedroom 4 with King and Single with ensuite shower room with WC and basin. Bedroom 5 with King and roof terrace. Bedroom 6 with short bunks suitable for children. Shower room with WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Electric heating. Wi-Fi Broadband. ( We cannot guarantee full connection due to the location of the property) Patio furniture. Sun loungers and recliners. A selection of games. No Smoking. 2 pets welcome. Parking for 4-5 cars on driveway. Payphone. Short breaks available. 4pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.