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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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18 Glasfryn Avenue is a pet-friendly, detached, dormer bungalow located on the rural outskirts of Prestatyn in Denbighshire, enjoying a soothing hot tub. Colwyn Bay 15.9 miles; Llandudno 23 miles; Chester 28.1 miles; Snowdonia National Park 29.9 miles. (Ref. 1169659)

  • Pet friendly (extra charges may apply)
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • 10% off - Wed 30th Sep to 31st Oct 2026

  • 5% off - Sun 1st Nov to 30th Nov 2026

  • 5% off - Tue 1st Dec to 22nd Dec 2026


for 3 nights From £665

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Church View, a stunning townhouse resting in the bustling seaside town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Close to a beach. Hot tub. Historic features. Bridlington 16.4 miles; Whitby 20 miles; Staithes 29.8 miles. (Ref. 1123864)

  • Wi-fi
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £1383

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Seamay is a pet-friendly holiday home with beautiful gardens in the charming seaside village of Polzeath, Cornwall, close to the beach and amenities. Wadebridge 7 miles; Padstow 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1164713)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 3 nights From £1018

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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Sandy Haven is a delightful, ground-floor apartment resting in Swanage, Dorset. Near amenities and beach. Allocated parking. In AONB. Wareham 9.5 miles; Poole 19.5 miles. (Ref. 1140492)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom


for 3 nights From £554

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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Beautiful detached cottage located on the outskirts of Nefyn, in North Wales. Private hot tub. Dog-friendly. WiFi. Pwllheli 7 miles. (Ref. 989775)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £481

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Sea Breeze is a lovely, terraced cottage resting in the outskirts of Swanage, Dorset. Close to a shop and a pub. Coastal location. Close to a beach. Wareham 9.2 miles; Poole 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1150773)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking


for 3 nights From £441

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An impressive Victorian holiday home in Southwold, Suffolk. Close to beach. Spacious. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Open fire. WiFi. Welcome gift. Aldeburgh 18 miles; Orford 24.5 miles; Felixstowe 39.7 miles. (Ref. 1116809)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £1183

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  • Sleeps29
  • Bedrooms13
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.4★

    Good

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Caxton House, a historic, thirteen-bedroom holiday home in Skegness, Lincolnshire. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Games room. Range cooker. En-suites. Boston 22.7 miles. (Ref. 1147750)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room


for 3 nights From £1688

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  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Nelly's House is a pet-friendly, detached holiday home located in the quaint village of Gortahork in County Donegal with an open fire. Glenveagh National Park 11.5 miles; Dungloe 18 miles; Letterkenny 27 miles. (Ref. 1162213)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 3 nights From £568

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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6 Priory is a delightful ground-floor apartment resting in the seaside town of Shanklin, Isle of Wight, close to a shop, a pub, and a beach. Bembridge 7.7 miles; Newport 10.2 miles; Freshwater 21.8 miles. (Ref. 1183749)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From £344

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.3★

    Good

  • Sykes rating

This stylish, three-bedroom holiday home resides in St Ives, Cornwall. Sea glimpses. Central location. Hot tub. En-suite master bedroom. Penzance 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1129737)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £981

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Barleycorn Cottage, a delightful house near Belford, Northumberland, boasts two sitting rooms, a enclosed garden and is near Northumberland National Park. Bamburgh 4.4 miles; Alnwick 12.9 miles; Berwick-upon-Tweed 17.8 miles. (Ref. 1176520)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 5% off - Fri 9th Oct to 23rd Oct 2026


for 3 nights From £603

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Quality Whitby cottage with viaduct and country views, close to River Esk. Cosy accommodation with balcony and communal garden. Easy reach Whitby amenities, Moors and market towns. Whitby 1 mile. (Ref. 4263)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From £376

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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A delightful third-floor apartment in the seaside town of Llandudno, North Wales. Open-plan living. Amenities within walking distance. Contemporary-style. Colwyn Bay 5.8 miles; Rhyl 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1007646)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From £331

  • Sleeps28
  • Bedrooms13
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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Hazelgarth Lodge is a superb, three-storey holiday home resting in Hunmanby, North Yorkshire. Hot tub. Games. Garden. Dishwasher. Filey 3.1 miles; Bridlington 9.5 miles; Scarborough 10 miles. (Ref. 1129679)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 3 nights From £1323

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Learig Cottage is a delightful, single-storey holiday cottage in the Maidens near Maybole in South Ayrshire, boasting a fire-pit and woodburning stove. Ayr 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1134598)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom


for 3 nights From £325

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This all-ground-floor cottage can be found on the coast of East Sussex. In close reach of the beach. Open-plan living. Private garden. Hastings 8.9 miles; Battle 13.3 miles. (Ref. 1039888)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From £401

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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The Cottage at Cromlech Manor Farm is a wonderful, single-storey property near Benllech, Anglesey. Dog-friendly. Open-plan. Wi-Fi. Parking. Beach 1.4 miles. Red Wharf Bay 2.4 miles; Bangor 10.9 miles; Conwy 26.6 miles. (Ref. 1128553)

  • Pet friendly (extra charges may apply)
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £446

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely coastal holiday home resting in Beer, Devon. Dog-friendly. Near a beach. Off-road parking. Private terrace. Exceptional sea views. Seaton 1.2 miles; Lyme Regis 9 miles; Sidmouth 8.2 miles; Exeter 21.3 miles. (Ref. 1118987)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £605

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.5★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Cwtch Carys, a charming mid-terrace cottage is situated on the outskirts of Aberporth, in Wales, with an open-plan layout, and a pet-friendly policy. Tresaith 2.8 miles; Penbryn 4.3 miles; Cardigan 6.7 miles; Llangrannog 7.1 miles; New Quay 16.8 miles. (Ref. 1163122)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £369

Hoping to book a quick getaway by the beach? If so, then booking one of these seaside breaks UK is a brilliant idea to consider. Whether you’re looking for fun in the sun or you’d rather a relaxing jaunt by the sea, there’s a short coastal break for everyone!

Why choose Beach Breaks in the UK?

If you're hoping to spend a few days away from everyday life for a relaxing beach break, then you simply can’t go wrong with booking one of these properties for seaside breaks UK.

Situated in some of the most beautiful coastal villages, towns and cities across the UK, they make for exceptional places to rest, relax and unwind.

Perfect for those of you that like to take shorter and more frequent breaks throughout the year, these properties will provide you with high-end amenities, the creature comforts of home and easy access to some of the country’s best beaches. What could be better than that?

Places to Visit during Seaside Breaks UK

Boasting over 10,000 miles of coastline, there’s an almost endless number of places to choose from when it comes to booking UK coastal breaks.

If you’d prefer to stay down south, then Cornwall is a brilliant option to think about. Found in the South West of England, it’s a county that boasts two beautiful coastlines that cover the southernmost point of mainland Britain. Not only that, but it’s where you’ll find a wide range of award-winning beaches and stunning coastal towns like St Ives, Penzance and Marazion to explore and enjoy.

Another brilliant place to go for seaside breaks in the UK is Northumberland. Tucked away in the North East of England, it’s far less travelled than many other coastal regions and a hidden gem when it comes to UK coastal breaks. Here, you’ll find idyllic locations like Bamburgh, Lindisfarne and Berwick-upon-Tweed, as well as some wonderful landmarks and attractions like Alnwick Castle and Hadrian’s Wall.

Other Popular Destinations for UK Coastal Breaks:

Blackpool

Brighton

Bournemouth

Burnham-on-Sea

Newquay

Whitby

Types of Short Breaks

Begin your next holiday by the sea today by booking one of these delightful coastal weekend breaks!

You can also choose from these lodges available for weekend breaks and these caravan weekend breaks. With lots of options to browse, there’s availability for all kinds of properties, including plenty for dog-friendly short breaks if you’re planning on bringing your pooch along with you. You can also choose from these delightful lodges by the sea.

Thinking about booking as soon as possible? If so, check out these last-minute short breaks and these last-minute coastal stays. Alternatively, if you’re looking for something high-end, consider one of these wonderful properties for luxury short breaks.You can also choose from these family weekend breaks romantic weekend breaks and spa weekend breaks! For something extra special, browse this selection of luxury short breaks in the UK. You can also choose from these family coastal holidays, sea view cottages or these midweek breaks. Not only that, but there's also a host of properties available for two-night stays... perfect if you're only planning a short getaway!

If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for, there’s also a full collection of weekend breaks in the UK to browse as well as the full list of coastal cottages in the UK.