Coastal Short Breaks

Add your dates to see accurate prices and availability.

Your UK & Ireland search returned 7,963 cottages

REFINE SEARCH
Most relevant
  • Most relevant
  • Price (lowest first)
  • Price (highest first)
  • Sleeps (lowest first)
  • Sleeps (highest first)
  • Tick Rating (lowest first)
  • Tick Rating (highest first)
20
  • 10
  • 20
  • 50
  • 100

How reviews work

A property's star rating is the average of the star ratings received from guests that wish for their review to be published

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A single-storey seaside holiday home positioned near Daliburgh on the Isle of South Uist in the Outer Hebrides. Close to a beach. Remote. Pet-friendly. Eriskay 3.1 miles; Daliburgh 6.9 miles; Lochboisdale 9.7 miles; Lochmaddy 45.7 miles. (Ref. 1110770)

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


for 3 nights From £617

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Kareena is a 4 bedroom property in the most outstanding location, offering WiFi, with seaside views. (Ref. 983169)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • £1000 off - Sat 29th Aug to 5th Sep 2026


for 3 nights From £969

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Caerdegog Ganol is a lovely, barn conversion resting in hamlet of Cafnan near Cemaes Bay, Anglesey. Countryside. Near an AONB. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Amlwch 7.3 miles; Holyhead 16.6 miles. (Ref. 1141539)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • £282 off - Sat 29th Aug to 5th Sep 2026

  • £86 off - Sat 26th Sep to 3rd Oct 2026

  • £24 off - Sat 3rd Oct to 10th Oct 2026


for 3 nights From £702

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A delightful wooden shepherds resting in a quaint spot within Porteath near Polzeath, ideal for a romantic getaway for a couple looking to explore Cornwall. Off-road parking. Couple’s retreat. Garden. Polzeath 1.5 miles; Padstow 14.2 miles; Newquay 22 mil (Ref. 1137705)

  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom


for 3 nights From £316

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A quaint, semi-detached cottage nestled on the coast in Cullen, Moray. Close to the beach. Sea views. On-street parking. Elgin 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1077769)

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


for 3 nights From £592

  • Sleeps20
  • Bedrooms11
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Eden Bay Retreat is a spacious terraced holiday home residing in Morecambe, Lancashire. Cinema room. Off-road parking. En-suites. Sea views. Near beach. Heysham 3.2 miles; Lancaster 4.3 miles; Lake District National Park 21.6 miles. (Ref. 1122706)

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


for 3 nights From £1297

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Seacroft is a stunning, semi-detached abode set along the coast in Wellswood near Torquay, Devon, enjoying spectacular sea views and welcoming one pet. Paignton 4.2 miles; Brixham 9.4 miles; Dartmoor 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1166445)

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


for 3 nights From £644

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.4

    Good

  • Sykes rating

A delightful, coastal cottage in the lovely village of Llanbedrog in North Wales with plenty of parking. Easy access to the beach and plenty of sea views. South-facing garden. Pwllheli 4 miles. (Ref. 967410)

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


for 3 nights From £507

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful holiday home overlooking the mountains and Irish sea on the outskirts of Newcastle, County Down. Sea views. Rural. Mountain views. Open fire. Enclosed garden. Castlewellan 7.7 miles; Downpatrick 16.1 miles; Newry 24.1 miles. (Ref. 1085282)

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


for 3 nights From £498

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A beautifully-presented, single-storey abode residing in Lytchett Matravers, Dorset. Near an AONB. Off-road parking. Hot tub. En-suite bedrooms. Poole 5.9 miles; Bournemouth 11.4 miles; Dorchester 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1084629)

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


for 3 nights From £1308

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This stunning, two-bedroom abode is perched in Lytchett Matravers, Dorset. Off-road parking. Hot tub. En-suite bedrooms. Poole 5.9 miles; Bournemouth 11.4 miles; Dorchester 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1084628)

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


for 3 nights From £732

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely annex resting in Dalton-le-Dale near Murton, Durham. Woodburning stove. Near the beach. Off-road parking. Seaham 2.7 miles; Sunderland 8 miles; Durham 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1088515)

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


for 3 nights From £681

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A stunning, single-storey barn conversion resting in Burniston near Scalby in North Yorkshire. Off-road parking. Family-friendly. En-suites. Ground-floor living. Scarborough 3.6 miles; Whitby 16 miles. (Ref. 1109246)

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


for 3 nights From £672

Last booked yesterday
See more details
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • 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

Last booked 2 days ago
See more details
  • 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

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A remarkable single-storey lodge resting on the picturesque grounds of Brean Country Club, Somerset. Open-plan. Contemporary. Lake Views. Burnham-on-Sea 4 miles; Weston-super-Mare 9.5 miles; Glastonbury 19 miles. (Ref. 1081562)

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


for 3 nights From £592

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A semi-detached, stone-built cottage close to Groeslon in North Wales. Open plan living. Exposed wooden beams and stonework. Decking with hot tub. Caernarfon 5 miles. (Ref. 966896)

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


for 3 nights From £496

Last booked 2 days ago
See more details
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A detached barn conversion set within the village of Long Bredy. Woodburning fire. WiFi. Weymouth 12 miles; Yeovil 20 miles. (Ref. 998739)

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


for 3 nights From £507

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A remarkable beachfront holiday home resting in Criccieth, Gwynedd. En-suites. Sea views. Enclosed garden. Porthmadog 5.5 miles; Portmeirion 8.5 miles; Abersoch 15.1 miles. (Ref. 1067333)

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


for 3 nights From £892

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.