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Wildwood is a detached, barn conversion resting in Trerice, near Quintrell Downs, Cornwall. Countryside location. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Quintrell Downs 1.5 miles; Newquay 3 miles. (Ref. 1146388)

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for 3 nights £578

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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)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 3 nights £1297

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
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    5.0

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Duart At The Sea is a delightful, semi-detached annex resting in the seaside town of Aukengill near John O Groats, Highlands. Close to the coast. John O Groats 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1148932)

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for 3 nights £317

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    4.7

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Arfryn is a fabulous pet-friendly house in Solva, Pembrokshire, boasting ground-floor living and has sea views to admire whilst being close to amenities. St Davids 3.2 miles; Haverfordwest 13.7 miles. (Ref. 1171349)

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for 3 nights £428

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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Trap House is a charming, pet-friendly house situated near a beach in Portloe, Cornwall, boasting stunning coastal views and private patio with furniture. Truro 11.6 miles; St Austell 13 miles; Newquay 21.5 miles. (Ref. 1164794)

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for 3 nights £365

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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Fabulous beach house at The Bay holiday village near Filey. Pet-friendly. Open-plan. Woodburner. Off-road parking. Superb on-site facilities including swimming pool, gym. Beach 10 mins walk. (Ref. 991958)

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for 3 nights £390

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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An impressive, second-floor apartment sitting within the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Luxury. Pet-free. Off-road parking. Rural location. Smart TV. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1100108)

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for 3 nights £455

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A detached barn conversion set within the village of Long Bredy. Woodburning fire. WiFi. Weymouth 12 miles; Yeovil 20 miles. (Ref. 998739)

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for 3 nights £507

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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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)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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for 3 nights £557

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Homely semi-detached cottage in the seaside town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Sea views. Dog-friendly. WiFi. (Ref. 977925)

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  • Games room


for 3 nights £402

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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A well-positioned, two-bedroom home resting in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire. Pet-friendly. Close to amenities and beach. Shared garden. Kidwelly 4.3 miles; Llanelli 5.8 miles; Carmarthen 13.8 miles. (Ref. 951040)

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for 3 nights £320

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    5.0

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Cherry Croft is a charming, detached bungalow resting rurally in Bowness-on-Solway nr Kirkbride, Cumbria. In AONB. Countryside views. Ground-floor living. Port Carlisle 3.2 miles; Wigton 12 miles; Silloth 17.6 miles. (Ref. 1145565)

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for 3 nights £376

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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)

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for 3 nights £399

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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)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 3 nights £662

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A fabulous holiday cottage in the village of Kirkcolm, Scotland. Stylish interiors. Outstanding surroundings. Woodburning stove. Stranraer 6.6 miles; Portpatrick 11.7 miles. (Ref. 1043977)

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for 3 nights £488

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Cove Lodge is a delightful lodge with a decking and exceptional countryside views, near a beach and the bustling seaside town of Ilfracombe in Devon. Barnstaple 12.4 miles. (Ref. 1161983)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 3 nights £462

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Caban is a delightful lodge settled into the outskirts of the coastal town of Brynsiencyn, Anglesey. Coastal property. Near National Park. Hot tub. Bangor 9.3 miles; Beaumaris 11 miles; Caernarfon 13.6 miles. (Ref. 1145741)

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for 3 nights £344

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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A stunning, first floor granary barn conversion, on a working dairy farm, near the centre of Valley, Isle of Anglesey. Luxury accommodation. Woodburner. WiFi. Trearddur Bay 4 miles. (Ref. 983383)

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for 3 nights £377

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This superb first-floor apartment rests on the outskirts of Tenby, on the Pembrokeshire coastline, Wales. Balcony. Off-road parking. Saundersfoot 2.7 miles; Pembroke 9.6 miles. (Ref. 1034977)

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  • Swimming pool
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  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights £491

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This private cottage is a perfect romantic retreat in Kirkbean near New Abbey, Scotland. Woodburning stove. WiFi. New Abbey 4.5 miles; Dumfries 11.7 miles; Castle Douglas 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1027035)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 3 nights £349

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.