Holiday cottages by the sea in South West Cornwall
From sheltered coves and idyllic inlets to vibrant ports and rugged cliffs, seaside cottages in South West Cornwall situate you beside one of our greatest assets. Read more
Whether your passion is for surfing beaches or sandy beaches, sailing and canoeing or simply taking in the view, the variety of our 118 South West Cornwall cottages by the sea ensure you’ll be best placed to enjoy this coastline’s many delights.
Our seaside cottages on the atmospheric north coasts of Devon and Cornwall will assault your senses with the sights, smells, and sounds of the ever-changing, ever-beautiful ocean. Where better than to plan your next romantic break?
Along the South West Cornwall’s southern coastlines, a holiday by the sea offers tranquil waters, secret coves and pretty towns to explore. With one of the world’s most beloved walking routes - the 630-mile South West Coast Path - snaking around the South West, a cottage by the sea in the region don’t only mean water sports on your doorstep. Hiking this glorious coastal route is one of the perks of staying in one of our holiday homes.
For a gentler pace, consider a holiday in one of the region’s many picturesque fishing villages, where sea views will allow you to watch the comings and goings of working boats as well as the rich diversity of marine birds and wildlife who make the coastline their home.
Whatever the weather or the season, self catering by the sea will never be anything short of breath-taking.
We have 118 self catering cottages near the sea in South West Cornwall
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Bona-Vista
26503 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Cadgwith, Cornwall.
In the quiet village of Ruan Minor, this modern light-filled house is ideally located with an easy stroll to the local shop and Cadgwith Cove's friendly, picturesque pub is just a ...
7 nights from £311 *
7 nights from £392
Chybean
51161 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Falmouth.
A quaint and cosy Grade II Listed cottage, set in a tranquil beautiful location on a family-run farm. This charming cottage has lots of little quirky features due to its age, fr...
7 nights from £392
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7 nights from £399
The Boatshed
44541 bedroom cottage near the beach in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.
Wow! This beautifully appointed former boatshed is stunning, with reverse level living making the most of the wonderful views and, of course, the sunsets. Set in a secluded spot...
7 nights from £399
7 nights from £413
The Nest
53161 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach in Coverack.
One of a collection of fabulous apartments located in The Headland in the traditional Cornish fishing village of Coverack, The Nest is a beautifully furnished bijou abode, perfect ...
7 nights from £413
7 nights from £415
Kynance
9861 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Mullion, West Cornwall.
Step down into the quiet quadrangle of attractive granite barns, cross the communal garden, open the door and you will find the most perfectly charming retreat for two. Nestling be...
7 nights from £415
7 nights from £421
Guillemot
51291 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Falmouth, Cornwall.
Just a stone's throw from beautiful Gyllyngvase beach and its renowned cafe/restaurant and a short stroll away from the delights of Falmouth town, Guillemot is a fantastic choice f...
7 nights from £421
7 nights from £428
Trebah
56011 bedroom apartment with sea views in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.
With a beautiful sandy beach only two minutes' walk away and spectacular sea views from the large picture window in the sitting area, Trebah is a surprisingly spacious studio apart...
7 nights from £428
7 nights from £449
Lowenna
41941 bedroom apartment with sea views in Coverack, West Cornwall.
A charming apartment with dramatic views over the Lizard peninsula; Lowenna means 'joy, happiness and bliss' in the Cornish language which we believe is the perfect description for...
7 nights from £449
Readymade beds and fluffy towels; this simple but appreciated welcome is standard with us.
Towels and readymade beds
All of our cottages provide bed linen and towels as standard, with a change of bedding included for holidays of two weeks or more. You’ll also find a fresh change of towels for each week (for in the house only, please bring your own for the beach) and tea towels a-plenty.
The beds will be readymade and waiting for you on arrival so you can simply sink into comfort and relax straight into your holiday.
7 nights from £464
Bosvean
53281 bedroom cottage near the beach near Coverack, West Cornwall.
Privately tucked away, this enchanting former chapel built in 1846 has been recently refurbished into a gorgeous hideaway for two. Nestled within a natural hollow, summer stretches...
7 nights from £464
7 nights from £484
Sunsets (over Rinsey)
40771 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Praa Sands.
There really are fabulous sunsets (and sea views) over Rinsey and you will be well placed to see them at this gorgeous contemporary annexe to the owners' home. Cross the thresh...
7 nights from £484