Coastal cottages and self catering in England

Green Gables, Brixham, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from £996 to £ 2446

Self catering accommodation in Brixham sleeps 12.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: Commanding stunning views across St Mary’s Bay this spacious well appointed property with its large garden sea views and parking for a boat is set just 0.75 miles from the coastal path and a lovely sandy beach. The master bedroom has an enormous 7 foot bed and a Juliet balcony with beautiful sea views. Green Gables is the perfect location for large family gatherings and provides a wonderful holiday base. Sabacombe Bay (right photograph) is 4 miles. Just a short walk away is Berry Head Country Park a spectacular spot for walks picnics and bird watching. Brixham (1 mile) is a bustling fishing port boasting a scenic harbour and picturesque narrow streets and a large selection of shops restaurants and inns. Torquay and Paignton are within easy reach both offering the visitor a wealth of things to do and see. Together with Brixham they form the impressive ’English Riviera’ renowned for its palm trees and balmy climate.

Accommodation Detail

Ground floor: Living room. Dining area/kitchen. Conservatory. 2 bedrooms: 1 double with wooden floor and en-suite shower cubicle (no toilet) 1 bunk with wooden floor. Separate toilet. First floor: 4 bedrooms: 3 double one (7ft) with en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and toilet one with en-suite shower cubicle (no toilet) 1 twin. Bathroom with bath shower attachment and toilet.

Church Cottage, Reydon, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £306 to £ 740

Self catering accommodation in Reydon sleeps 5.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: This cosy cottage is set within a private cluster of barn conversions in a rural position less than two miles from the seaside town of Southwold which boasts its own famous brewery good shops summer theatre lighthouse and brightly painted beach huts. Lovely coastal walks to Dunwich Heath (NT) and RSPB Minsmere. Snape Maltings and Concert Hall are a 15-mile drive. Golf tennis and riding nearby. Shop and pub 1 mile.

Accommodation Detail

Ground floor: Living room with beams. Dining room/kitchen with beams. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. Steep stairs to first floor: 3 bedrooms: 1 double 2 single. Separate toilet.

The Old Chapel, Holbeton, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £694 to £ 1623

Self catering accommodation in Holbeton sleeps 10.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: In the glorious country setting of the South Hams this imaginatively converted former Methodist chapel lies close to the local beaches of Mothecombe (footpath access) and the award winning beaches at Bigbury-on-Sea and Thurlestone. Modbury – a gem for antique hunters – and Ivybridge – southern gateway to Dartmoor – are about 5 miles away and close by is Totnes the historic capital of Devon from where visitors can enjoy cruises up the River Dart the loveliest river in England. Dartmouth with its bustling streets shops and quayside and Salcombe a haven for sailors and water sports enthusiasts are well worth exploring as are magnificent Saltram House and Coleton Fishacre (both NT) whilst the myriad attractions of Plymouth offer a good day out. Miles of scenic coastal and estuary footpaths and cycle trails beckon and children will also enjoy Sorley Tunnel Woodlands Adventure Park and Pennywell Farm. Holbeton itself is an award winning village boasting a shop/PO a pub serving food and a children’s playground.

Accommodation Detail

Ground floor: 3 steps to living/dining room/kitchen area. Utility room. Study with double sofa bed. Open-tread stairs to first floor: Galleried landing. 4 bedrooms: 2 double one (5ft) with en-suite bathroom with bath shower cubicle and toilet 1 twin leading to 1 single with additional raised ’cabin style’ single. Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet.

High View, Wadebridge, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £780 to £ 1841

Self catering accommodation in Wadebridge sleeps 8.

Features include: • Internet Access • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Pub near by • Short Breaks • Games Room • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Set just a short distance from the wonderful beaches at Polzeath and Rock and surrounded by countryside, this modern, detached holiday home boasts extensive views over open countryside from the large picture window in the living and dining-room from where guests can access the large balcony. Enjoy alfresco dining or a glass of wine from here while taking in the miles of Cornish countryside; it is also an excellent place for stargazing! This holiday cottage is fitted to a high standard and is tastefully decorated and furnished. The two double bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms and the family bathroom has a walk in shower and a feature roll top bath. The master en-suite bedroom has French doors leading onto the balcony.
High View is situated close to the many tourist attractions that Cornwall has to offer including Port Isaac, Boscastle, and Tintagel which is the mythical home of King Arthur. Padstow can also be visited, either by road or by taking the short ferry crossing from Rock (2 miles), with its many shops, pubs and restaurants including Rick Stein’s. Hire a cycle from here and cycle the Camel Trail, a disused railway line that goes along the banks of the Camel Estuary and through to Bodmin. Also close by are the many fantastic surfing beaches at Newquay and Jamie Oliver’s restaurant Fifteen at Watergate Bay is also worth a visit. The North Cornwall Coastal Path can be easily accessed where visitors can enjoy the views of the dramatic rugged coastline and Bodmin Moor with its tors and historical monuments is approximately 9 miles. Shops and pub 1 mile.

Open-plan living/dining room with gas ‘flame-effect’ fire, large windows, French doors to large balcony, oak floor and large, well-equipped kitchen with gas/electric range cooker and breakfast area. Utility. Double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite shower room and toilet. Two twin bedrooms. Fully tiled bathroom with open shower and toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite shower room and toilet. All bedrooms with TV.

Cobble Cottage, Hornsea, East Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 3
Weekly prices from £310 to £ 605

Self catering accommodation in Hornsea sleeps 3.

Features include: Pub Close By • Sandy Beach 5 Miles • Sea 5 Miles • Pet Friendly

Accommodation overview: This charming original cobble cottage sits just 0.25 miles from both the beach and the more ’dog friendly’ northern beach and only a 500 yard stroll through the adjacent park from the bustling centre of traditional Hornsea. A very welcoming well furnished and very comfortable home from home. There is an indoor swimming pool and sports centre near the beach and only 0.5 miles away Hornsea Mere provides freshwater fishing and boating whilst the local designer outlet offers tempting shops and prices and Honeysuckle Farm is a popular visitor attraction on the edge of the town. Bridlington’s seaside amusements The Deep sealife experience at Hull and the picturesque market town of Beverley are all about 15 miles’ drive. The myriad charms of Scarborough and Whitby are a little further and York an hour’s drive. Shops 500 yards pub serving food 200 yards.

Accommodation Detail

Ground floor: Living/dining room with beams. Kitchen. Study. First floor: 2 bedrooms: 1 double 1 single. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet.

Shipwrights, Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £515 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Salcombe sleeps 8.

Features include: • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by Internet and/or WiFi • Parking available • sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: A traditional, Edwardian terraced house with accommodation over three levels, recently extended and fully refurbished to a high standard - an idea base for one or two families or couples to explore Salcombe and the South Hams.

Tregarth, Gorran Haven, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £392 to £ 851

Self catering accommodation in Gorran Haven sleeps 6.

Accommodation overview: Set in a large mature garden within a couple of minutes walk down hill to the beach at Gorran Haven and with glimpses of the sea across cottage rooftops this spacious accommodation is in the major part of an attractive extended cottage of great character.

Approached from a gated parking area by a path and short flight of steps down through the sloping lawned garden edged by a trickling stream at one side. The glazed front door opens into a hall with coat pegs to one side. A step down leads into a wide sitting / dining room with a low beamed ceiling with views down over the village to the sea and a door to a railed terrace. A step up from the sitting room leads to a well fitted kitchen / breakfast room with a vinyl cushion floor and pine units.

Stairs go directly up from the sitting room to a landing on two levels, a bathroom / w.c. with hand basin and separate shower cubicle and to three bedrooms. These have a double bed, a 4ft double bed and a double and alternative single respectively.

The beach, pub and small shops are all within a few minutes walk. One pet is welcome but the garden is not totally secure for pets and toddlers will require supervision.

Please note: Bed linen and towels are not available

Dorvil, Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £425 to £ 1

Self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth sleeps 4.

Accommodation overview: Dorvil forms one of three terraced cottages which have been decorated and furnished to a good standard and is perfect for small family gatherings or couples.

The property is arranged on one floor and is accessed via an incline from the parking area. A private gate opens into a paved patio and garden with lawn with a pathway that leads to the property.

Through the large French windows, the entrance is straight into a cosy but well furnished and equipped lounge/kitchen/ diner. On the lounge side, the property offers comfortable seating with electric living flame fire and flat screen TV and a fully fitted kitchen/ diner on the other side.

Off the main lounge area, an inner hallway leads to the bedrooms which consist of one double bedroom and one twin bedroom. A doorway from the hallway leads to a separate bathroom with shower over the bath and WC.

Back in the main living room, the French windows provide access onto a paved patio with picnic table. Dorvil provides parking for one car with additional parking on site.