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Luxurious self-contained wing of the owner's home in Cooden Beach. Stunning garden with direct beach access. All ground floor. Patio. WiFi. Superb walking, cycling and touring. Bexhill-on-Sea 2.5 miles. (Ref. 930260)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £404

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A luxury log cabin situated next to the owner’s home in Prestatyn, North Wales. Barbecue. Off-road parking. Romantic dwelling. Coastal views. Colwyn Bay 17.5 miles; Conwy 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1108733)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £437

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Brucap Cottage is a fantastic property situated in the harbour village of Beadnell, Northumberland. Honeypot location. Beach nearby. Close to amenities. Seahouses 2.6 miles, Bamburgh 5.9 miles. (Ref. 1140693)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • 5% off - Fri 28th Nov to 19th Dec 2025

3 nights from £392

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  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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A charming, one-bedroom cottage set just a stone’s throw from the beach in the coastal village of Sea Palling, Norfolk. Woodburning stove. Adults only. Enclosed garden. Washing machine. North Walsham 13.1 miles. (Ref. 1121302)

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3 nights from £480

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    5.0

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A brightly decorated property resting within the village of Burton Bradstock, Dorset. Couples retreat. Pet-friendly. Close to amenities and beach. Bridport 3.1 miles; Weymouth 15.7 miles; Dorchester 15.5 miles; Yeovil 22.4 miles. (Ref. 1118787)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £423

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  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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A characterful, single-storey holiday cottage resting in Flamborough, East Riding of Yorkshire. Romantic. Pet-friendly. Garden. Close to amenities. Near a beach. Bridlington 4.6 miles; Filey 11.8 miles; Scarborough 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1120025)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £382

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    4.8

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Lovely appointed mid-terrace cottage located on the edges of Moelfre, on the Isle of Anglesey. Sea views. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Shop, pub and beach 0.4 miles. (Ref. 1003379)

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3 nights from £273

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Puffins Rest is a stylish, single-storey holiday home in Goldsithney, Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Romantic. Open-plan. Marazion 1 miles; Penzance 6.2 miles; Helston 10.2 miles. (Ref. 1147926)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £397

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A fabulous, first-floor apartment enjoying the coast in Morecambe, Lancashire. Romantic. Sea views. Close to beach. Lancaster 3.7 miles; Heysham 4.1 miles; Kendal 21.6 miles (Ref. 1097724)

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3 nights from £348

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    5.0

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Apartment is a delightful, single-storey annexe resting on a working farm in Marshfield, Newport. On working farm. Coastal. Couple’s retreat. Pet-friendly. Cardiff 7.8 miles; Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park 24.7 miles. (Ref. 1011910)

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3 nights from £350

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    4.9

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Beautifully presented chapel conversion located in the quiet town of Bagillt, with views of the Dee Estuary, in North Wales. Sauna. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Holywell 2.9 miles. (Ref. 992708)

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  • Sky TV

3 nights from £343

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    5.0

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Little Victory is a contemporary single-storey boutique home situated in Pendeen, near to the coast in Cornwall, enjoying sea views, a hot tub, and welcoming pets. St Just 2.1 miles; Penzance 7.2 miles; Lands End 8 miles; St Ives 10.7 miles. (Ref. 1167089)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly
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3 nights from £573

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Ael-y-bryn is a detached stable conversion resting in the countryside of Boduan near Tudweiliog, Gwynedd. Countryside location. Near AONB. Rural views. Tudweiliog 3.3 miles; Pwlhelli 6.9 miles; Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park 23.8 miles. (Ref. 1149336)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £345

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    4.9

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Dolphin Bach, a lovely, single-storey cottage is nestled in the beautiful countryside of Dolphin, Flintshire. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Near pub. Holywell 1.9 miles; Mold 7.8 miles; Denbigh 14.4 miles; Chester 16.7 miles. (Ref. 1154634)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from £277

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    5.0

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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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3 nights from £356

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    4.9

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Cwrt is a pleasant house resting in Dwyran, Anglesey, boasting a woodburning stove and well-positioned to nearby pubs, amenities, and attractions. Newborough 2 miles; LlanfairPG 8 miles; Menai Bridge 8.8 miles. (Ref. 1166815)

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3 nights from £284

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    5.0

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19 Parc Delfryn is a contemporary, family-friendly home situated in the tranquil Anglesey village of Brynteg, near to Benllech, with a pet-friendly policy. Red Wharf Bay 3.1 miles. (Ref. 1168117)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £432

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    5.0

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A single-storey annex resting in the bustling seaside town of Bridlington, North Yorkshire. Single storey. Open-plan. Garden. Wilsthorpe 3 miles; The Bay Beach 8.8 miles; Scarborough 18 miles. (Ref. 1127865)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from £374

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    4.9

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1A Police Houses, a delightful house located in the town of Whitby in North Yorkshire. Near North York Moors National Park. Near beach. Off-road parking. Robin Hood's Bay 4.6 miles; Scarborough 18.6 miles; Pickering 21 miles; Guisborough 21.9 miles. (Ref. 1129113)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £366

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Dowager Cottage is a detached home accepting pets and with off-road parking, resting near a beach in the picturesque market town of Penryn in Cornwall. Falmouth 3.1 miles; Truro 8.1 miles. (Ref. 1159928)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £381

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 

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. 

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.

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