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  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Malthouse Farm is a stunning farmhouse located in the town of Heacham in Norfolk. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Close to local amenities. Near the coast. Hunstanton 3 miles; Fakenham 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1159605)

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


for 3 nights From £1247

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely single-storey lodge resting on the Runswick Bay Holiday Park near Staithes, North York Moors. In a National Park. Smart TV. Hot tub. Whitby 8.7 miles. (Ref. 1132622)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub


for 3 nights From £518

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

What a fabulous house. Perfectly placed to explore the sights and delights of Trearddur Bay, with the amenities being a short stroll away. Recently constructed to a very high standard. Smart TVs Sky facilities and DVD and music system. Charging port for e (Ref. 1010974)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
  • Sky TV
  • 20% off - Sat 4th Jul to 11th Jul 2026


for 3 nights From £977

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A gorgeous mid-terraced holiday home in the exciting town centre of Newport in Pembrokeshire. Private garden. Near coast. WiFi. Fishguard 7 miles; Cardigan 12 miles. (Ref. 1045236)

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


for 3 nights From £521

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A modern and spacious holiday cottage in walking distance of the beach and local amenities in Trearddur Bay. Wifi, wood burning stove, garden. (Ref. 1008832)

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


for 3 nights From £656

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This charming detached house rests in the heart of Sandown, on the Isle of Wight. Electric fire. Enclosed garden. Shanklin 1.4 miles; Ventnor 5.6 miles. (Ref. 1020856)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £602

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.4

    Good

  • Sykes rating

This charming, first-floor apartment rests in Seaton, Devon. Smart TV. Close to a beach. Close to amenities. Colyford 1.7 miles; Branscombe 4.1 miles; Exmouth: 20.8 miles. (Ref. 1137211)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From £406

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.2

    Good

  • Sykes rating

A traditional mid-terrace cottage resting in Trewellard, Cornwall. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Original cottage features. Penzance 8 miles; St Ives 11.1 miles. (Ref. 1054773)

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


for 3 nights From £412

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  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A fantastic, semi-detached three-storey holiday home resting in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Hot tub. Games room. Near the beach. Pickering 17.7 miles; Whitby 18.8 miles. (Ref. 1062531)

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


for 3 nights From £1415

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Piggery is a wonderful holiday cottage resting in an elevated position within easy reach of the North Wales coast in Moelfre near Abergele, Conwy. Colwyn Bay 8.4 miles; Conwy 13.1 miles; Llandudno 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1149731)

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


for 3 nights From £399

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.4

    Good

  • Sykes rating

This well-presented, three-bedroom holiday home resides in St Austell, Cornwall. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Near a beach. Mevagissey 6.1 miles; Fowey 7.3 miles. (Ref. 1136462)

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


for 3 nights From £475

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A beautifully-presented, contemporary cottage with far-reaching views of the countryside of Dunstan near Craster, Northumberland. Garden. Woodburning stove. Great views. Embleton 2.2 miles; Alnwick 6.9 miles; Warkworth 11.3 miles. (Ref. 1136895)

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


for 3 nights From £662

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Fabulous sea-front, reverse-level, three-bed home resting in Port William near Whithorn, Dumfries and Galloway. Coastal views. Enclosed garden. Close to beach and shop. Woodburning stove. Castlewigg 7.3 miles; Wigtown 10.9 miles; NewtonStewart 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1103008)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 10% off - Wed 1st Jul to 31st Aug 2026


for 3 nights From £532

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A delightful terraced cottage resting in Scremerston near Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland. Garden. Woodburning stove. Holy Island 11.1 miles; Alnwick 27.5 miles; Edinburgh 60.2 miles. (Ref. 1060717)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From £577

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An attractive and well-presented cottage in Beadnell in Northumberland. Family-friendly. Close to beach. Stylish. Spacious. Parking. Seahouses 2.1 miles; Bamburgh 5.4 miles; Alnmouth 14.6 miles. (Ref. 1122043)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £793

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This delightful detached cottage is located in Noss Mayo, Devon. Terrace. Open-plan living. WiFi. Water activities and each short walk away. Newton Ferrers 1 mile; Plymouth 10 miles. (Ref. 1007669)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 10% off - Fri 17th Jul to 24th Jul 2026


for 3 nights From £493

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A picturesque semi-detached house resting in the village of Powfoot, near Annan, in Dumfries and Galloway. WiFi. Sea views. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Dumfries 14.4 miles; Carlisle 22.9 miles. (Ref. 1036627)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From £577

  • Sleeps18
  • Bedrooms8
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Mount House is a delightful, three-storey house and single-storey annex in Bryniau, Denbighshire, boasting a woodburning stove, hot tub and games room. Prestatyn 3 miles; Rhyl 4.5 miles; Llandudno 22.7 miles. (Ref. 1171069)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 3 nights From £2408

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Beautiful, contemporary cottage situated five miles from Glenluce in Scotland. Walking distance to the beach. Countryside and sea views. Woodburner. En-suites. Smart TVs. (Ref. 974657)

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


for 3 nights From £557

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A traditional cottage nestled in the village of Pennan along the Moray coast. Beach nearby. Roadside parking. Rear garden. Fraserburgh 11.7 miles; Banff 11.9 miles. (Ref. 1110412)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £453

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. 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.