
The booking via Sykes was very 'user-friendly', done very easily by helpful and friendly staff, and follow up emails quick and efficient.
Mrs Kirby, Tilbury, Essex, April 2013
The ease with which the booking was made. The person I spoke to was friendly and helpful. The booking process was simple.
Mrs Jones, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff, April 2013
The allure of the coast holds timeless appeal whatever the time of year and our collection of beach cottages remain firm favourites for families and couples alike. From remote, seafront hideaways made for romantic escapes to family-sized pads close to lively resorts, our beach cottage rentals come in a variety of styles, either within walking distance of or just a short drive from the coast.
Families will love staying at a cottage near the beach, the combination of fantastic accommodation, sandy beaches and great attractions, is truly unbeatable. Check out the local shops and gather your beach paraphernalia - think buckets and spades, water-wings and wind-breaks, surf boards, kites, fishing nets…the list goes on. Then pack a picnic hamper and head for the sands for hours of fun. If 'Scamp' is with you, make sure dog access is OK, then get ready to play ball and fetch. Those of you holidaying without children can spend relaxing days sunning yourselves on the sands or enjoy hand-in-hand walks along coastal paths.
Back at your beach holiday cottage, relax and unwind and take in that invigorating sea air - think alfresco breakfasts and BBQ suppers. Or make your way to the local chippie for the freshest battered fish and eat straight from paper. Delicious!
Choose from the list below and do also browse our seaside cottages and sea view cottages, not to mention our coastal cottages section highlighting our full range of coastal cottages.
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Hilly View | Boscastle near Tintagel | Cornwall
Modern Cornish cottage twenty minutes' walk above Boscastle harbour. Pretty Cornwall cottage with nautical theme, parking for two cars and a private garden. Tintagel 4 miles.
4 Elm Terrace | Mevagissey | Cornwall
Superb, traditional cottage overlooking fishing village of Mevagissey. Cosy and comfortable, away from the crowds. Close to Cornwall attractions. Truro 16 miles.
Brocante Cottage | Mevagissey | Cornwall
Superb converted fisherman’s store in heart of Mevagissey. Charming cosy accommodation a short walk from harbour & amenities. Gardens of Heligan & Eden Project nearby. Truro 16 miles.
Scylla View Cottage | Tregonhawke Cliff, Whitsand Bay | Cornwall
Cosy first floor Whitsand Bay cottage apartment, at foot of cliff, 12 feet above sandy beach at Tregonhawke. Two bedrooms, sea views. Plymouth 8 miles.
Sunnyvale | Gorran Haven near Mevagissey | Cornwall
Modern semi-detached cottage in Gorran Haven. Quiet south Cornwall village, ten minute walk to sandy beaches and spectacular NT coastline. Village pub. Sunny garden. Mevagissey 3 miles.
Little Glen | Boscastle near Tintagel | Cornwall
Cornish character stone cottage a short walk from Boscastle harbour and village. Over three levels. Attractive garden with stream. Tintagel 4 miles.
The Round House | Bossiney near Tintagel | Cornwall
One of our lovely, stone built Tintagel cottages. On the owner’s smallholding, sea views from garden, short walk to the beach. Camelford 6 miles.
Celts Rest | Hayle | Cornwall
Spacious family holiday cottage in Hayle. Townhouse with large living room, balcony, enclosed garden. Within walking distance of beach. St Ives 5 miles.
Fieldside Apartment | Ilfracombe | Devon
A modern studio apartment within easy walking distance of the town and harbour in Ilfracombe, on the spectacular North Devon coast. Barnstaple 11 miles.
Relax @ Durnford | Plymouth | Devon
Period apartment in Stonehouse, a wonderful Plymouth self-catering apartment for a vibrant city break. Ten minutes’ walk to Barbican cafes, restaurants and bars.