Find self catering and cottages with detached property in South East England

Alum Bay Cottage, Totland, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £1300

Self catering accommodation in Totland sleeps 10.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Pub nearby • Detached • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Beautifully located within 3 acres of private gardens, paddock and orchards, this spacious detached Victorian home is peacefully situated in a spectacular rural area with panoramic views over the surrounding countryside and western reaches of the Solent. Being set within an AONB, most of the surrounding land is National Trust, offering spectacular uninterrupted views over the sea and downland, including West High Down, Tennyson monument and Headon Warren - with its breathtaking views of The Needles. The holiday property makes an ideal choice for families, with plenty of indoor and outdoor entertainment, including badminton, croquet and other games. Although in a secluded area, amenities in Totland and Freshwater are only 5 minutes’ drive, offering shops, library, tea-rooms, indoor swimming-pool and pubs, and Alum Bay with its famous coloured sands, is about 15 minutes’ walk over the Downs. The historic sailing town of Yarmouth, set in the estuary of the River Yar, is about 10 minutes’ drive, and Colwell, Totland and the popular sandy beach at Compton are 5 minutes’ drive away. As well as the excellent walks from the house locally, there are also many tourist attractions to discover, including The Needles Park - one of the most popular attractions on the island, with chairlift, boat rides, coloured sands, lighthouse, amusements and glass making. Also within easy driving distance are Blackgang Chine, Ventnor Botanical Gardens, traditional pottery making, Calbourne water mill, various NT homes/gardens, vineyards, museums, wildlife centres, a zoo, pearl factory, Carisbrooke Castle, Osbourne House, Cowes/Yarmouth harbours. Outdoor pursuits include golf (nearby Freshwater), cycling, riding, sailing, fishing and diving. Shops 2 miles, pub a 1-mile walk over the Downs.

Large reception room with ornamental Aga, flagstone and part wood floor leading to well-equipped farmhouse-style kitchen with tiled floor. Spacious living room with wood-burning stove. Dining room with French doors. TV/play room with selection of toys, games, books and jigsaws. Boot room. Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft brass bed and en-suite bathroom and toilet. Double bedroom with cast iron bed and wash basin. Two twin bedrooms, one with two additional pull-out beds (for +2). Bathroom with shower cubicle and bidet. Separate toilet.

Les Quatre Vents, Dungeness, Kent, South East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £376 to £ 839

Self catering accommodation in Dungeness sleeps 6.

Features include: Non Smoking • Multi Bath Shower • Pub Close By • Sandy Beach 5 Miles • Sea 5 Miles • Short Break • Ultimate • Pet Friendly

Accommodation overview: In the unique and magical location of Dungeness Les Quatre Vents sits in a completely private position off the beaten track and just a few minutes' walk from the beach. Teeming with rare birds and plants Dungeness is a designated National Nature Reserve a Special Protection Area and a Special Area for Conservation. The landscape famously the setting for Derek Jarman's lovely garden and the wartime 'listening ears' is punctuated with wooden houses iconic lighthouses power stations and gravel pits and crossed by steam trains of a miniature railway. The Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Light Railway terminates about 100 yards from the cottage. Fishing locally. Tea rooms and pub ¼ mile shop 1 mile.

In the unique and magical location of Dungeness Les Quatre Vents sits in a completely private position off the beaten track and just a few minutes' walk from the beach. Teeming with rare birds and plants Dungeness is a designated National Nature Reserve a Special Protection Area and a Special Area for Conservation. The landscape famously the setting for Derek Jarman's lovely garden and the wartime 'listening ears' is punctuated with wooden houses iconic lighthouses power stations and gravel pits and crossed by steam trains of a miniature railway. The Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Light Railway terminates about 100 yards from the cottage. Fishing locally. Tea rooms and pub ¼ mile shop 1 mile.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

The Lighthouse, Herne Bay, Kent, South East England

Sleeps 9
Weekly prices from £1300

Self catering accommodation in Herne Bay sleeps 9.

Features include: • Pool • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 9

Accommodation overview: A truly unique property set back on the cliffs with its own balconied ‘look out’ commanding outstanding views of the coastline and North Sea. The Lighthouse provides stylish holiday accommodation with sea views from almost all the rooms, has an enclosed garden with direct access down the cliff path to the beach and also a sheltered outdoor, heated swimming pool which is securely fenced.
Visit Reculver Country Park which offers lovely walks from Bishopstone to the ruins of a Roman fort and Saxon church.
The Towers were taken over by Trinity House to keep them as a landmark for sailors. The Country Park is renowned for its migrating birds boasting more than 150 different species. Cycle along the coast path from either Birchington or Herne Bay.
Herne Bay is 3 miles has clean beaches and is ideal for windsurfing, sailing and jet skiing. Take a boat trip from here to see the dolphins and seals. Visit Wildwood Trust on the edge of the Forest of Blean, discovering Britain’s changing wildlife. The historic city of Canterbury is approximately 10 miles. Shop 1 mile.

Spacious living room with gas ‘wood burner’, wooden floor and sea views. Dining room with wooden floor, sea views and patio doors to decked terrace. Well-equipped kitchen with gas range (for cooking), breakfast area and doors to decked terrace. Utility room. Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet. Bunk bedroom (lower bunk is double bed) and sea views. Double bedroom. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Steep stairs to balconied ‘lookout’.

Dairy Cottage, Hastings, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599

Self catering accommodation in Hastings sleeps 2.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Beach nearby • Pub nearby • Detached • Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: Superbly located in beautiful 1066 countryside, and nestled within the owners 16-acre grounds, this attractive detached holiday cottage makes an ideal retreat for romantic couples and walkers. There is a lake within the grounds with fishing by arrangement, and cattle in the adjacent field with occasional tractor access. This cosy cottage has many character features, including a beautiful four-poster bed, beams and inglenook with open fire. Battle with its abbey ruins, picturesque Rye, beaches at Pett, Winchelsea, Hastings, and plentiful NT homes, castles and gardens all within easy reach. Shops 2 miles.

Beamed living room with open fire in inglenook. Dining room/sun room. Kitchen. Double bedroom with four-poster bed and double sofa bed (alternative sleeping only). Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.

Hurst Point View, Totland, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £469 to £ 1219

Self catering accommodation in Totland sleeps 8.

Features include: • Detached Close to the Beach Pub nearby • Parking available • Luxury accommodation Garden •

Accommodation overview: A detached 4 bedroom house, sleeping 8. Furnished and equipped to a high standard. Enclosed garden area with patio and furniture. Within a few minutes of the beach. Off road parking for 4 cars. An impressive detached property just a short walk from the beach. Furnished and equipped to a high standard the four bedrooms cater for 6 adults and 2 children whilst there is plenty of space to relax in the enclosed private garden area which comes complete with furniture.

Sycamores, Brightstone, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £271 to £ 631

Self catering accommodation in Brightstone sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Detached Near the Beach • Close to the Sea sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Prettily tucked away on a quiet rural lane Sycamores once a simple country barn has been lovingly transformed into a warm and welcoming holiday cottage boasting vaulted ceilings and original beams. Set adjacent to the owners' home it lies a relaxing amble (½ mile) from the sandy beach and a few hundred yards from the island's only National Trust shop and museum and about a mile from glorious Mottistone Manor and Gardens (also N.T.). The surrounding area is wonderful for walking and cycling and a great array of activities and visitor attractions are easily accessible including a pearl factory and dinosaur farm museum. Pubs serving food and shops are found just over a mile away in Brighstone a village teeming with old world charm and featuring a church dating from 1190.

Open plan sitting room with electric 'wood burner effect' fire dining area and modern fitted kitchen area. Double bedroom. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Darwin Cottage, Jevington, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £358 to £ 692

Self catering accommodation in Jevington sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Detached Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: This charming and recently refurbished Grade II listed flint barn conversion is ideally located 7 miles from Eastbourne's traditional seaside attractions – perfect for enjoying the myriad delights of the South Coast. Set on the edge of an attractive courtyard it sits in the grounds of the owners' home only 100 yards from a village inn serving food. Wonderful walking on the South Downs Way is almost on the doorstep and Herstmonceux and Pevensey Castles Firle Place the Bluebell Railway Drusilla's Zoo Park Michelham Priory Glyndebourne and Brighton's lively entertainments are among the many attractions within easy reach. Shops 2¼ miles.

Entrance into open plan kitchen with dining and sitting areas. Double bedroom. Shower room/W.C. First floor: Twin bedded room. Bathroom/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Sycamores, Brightstone, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £271 to £ 631

Self catering accommodation in Brightstone sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Detached Near the Beach • Close to the Sea sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Prettily tucked away on a quiet rural lane Sycamores once a simple country barn has been lovingly transformed into a warm and welcoming holiday cottage boasting vaulted ceilings and original beams. Set adjacent to the owners' home it lies a relaxing amble (½ mile) from the sandy beach and a few hundred yards from the island's only National Trust shop and museum and about a mile from glorious Mottistone Manor and Gardens (also N.T.). The surrounding area is wonderful for walking and cycling and a great array of activities and visitor attractions are easily accessible including a pearl factory and dinosaur farm museum. Pubs serving food and shops are found just over a mile away in Brighstone a village teeming with old world charm and featuring a church dating from 1190.

Open plan sitting room with electric 'wood burner effect' fire dining area and modern fitted kitchen area. Double bedroom. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143