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A stunning, three-bedroom farmhouse enjoying sea views in Bollowal near St Just, Cornwall. Luxury. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Cinema room. Sea views. Contemporary. Penzance 8 miles; St Ives 15 miles. (Ref. 1136807)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • £302 off - Fri 20th Mar to 27th Mar 2026


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    4.7

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A contemporary cottage with seaside views resting in Amble, Northumberland. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Close to a beach. Warkworth 2.2 miles; Alnmouth 6.6 miles; Alnwick 9.8 miles. (Ref. 1122300)

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for 3 nights £508

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    4.9

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Henblas Cottage is a lovely abode resting in Rhyd-y-Foel near Llanddulas, Conwy. Close to a shop and a pub. Close to a beach. Highchair and cot available. Llanddulas 2.2 miles; Abergele 2.3 miles; Conwy 11 miles. (Ref. 1128866)

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for 3 nights £386

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.6

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This 16th century, lime-washed gatehouse is located in the centre of Whithorn. Castlewigg 2.2 miles; Wigtown 10.7 miles; Newton Stewart 17.3 miles. (Ref. 1046835)

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for 3 nights £266

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A captivating, all ground floor cottage on the Culzean Castle estate in Maybole, Scotland. Opposite beach. Woodburning stove. Dog-friendly. Girvan 10.7 miles; Ayr 12 miles; Galloway Forest Park 14.8 miles. (Ref. 1060515)

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  • 10% off - Tue 6th Jan to 27th Mar 2026


for 3 nights £520

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    4.9

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Gwynfa is a family-friendly, semi-detached home boasting a hot tub with sea views, situated in the bustling town of Barmouth in Gwynedd, North Wales. Harlech 10.3 miles. Dolgellau 10.3 miles. Porthmadog 20.3 miles. Criccieth 24.7 miles. (Ref. 1155005)

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for 3 nights £1492

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    4.8

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Charming detached single storey cottage near Llandudno. Woodburner, sea views, private patio, dogs welcome. Ideal romantic retreat. Llandudno 3 miles. (Ref. 8492)

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for 3 nights £307

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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Puffin Way Holiday Caravan is a well-presented, single-storey caravan situated in Llwyngwril, Gwynedd, boasting a private decking area and sea views. Llwyngwril 0.7 miles; Tywyn 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1177578)

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  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 3 nights £417

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.8

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A beautifully furnished cottage situated in the picturesque village of Mullion, on the stunning Lizard Peninsula. Close to beaches and coves. WiFi. Off-road parking. (Ref. 957395)

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  • Games room


for 3 nights £333

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Seashell Sands, a delightful holiday cottage resting in Appledore, Devon. Close to beach. Coastal location. Selection of books. Enclosed rear garden. Westward Ho! 2.2 miles; Bideford 2.7 miles; Barnstaple 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1153257)

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for 3 nights £383

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
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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)

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  • 5% off - Thu 8th Jan to 28th Feb 2026


for 3 nights £732

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Ptarmigan is a family-friendly terraced home with sea views and off-road parking, located in the coastal village of Garlieston in Dumfries and Galloway. Wigtown 8 miles; Newton Stewart 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1159924)

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for 3 nights £401

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 3 nights £399

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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Bryn Awelon is an imposing property resting in the picturesque town of Harlech, within the Snowdonia National Park, enjoying views of Harlech Castle. Porthmadog 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1168762)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 3 nights £588

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  • Bedrooms5
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Buzzards View, a pleasant house located in the village of Dyserth in Denbighshire boasting a hot tub and stunning views of the countryside and the sea. Prestatyn 3.5 miles. (Ref. 1166936)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 3 nights £870

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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)

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for 3 nights £577

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

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An exquisite, detached barn conversion settled on the edge of Mawnan Smith, Cornwall. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Falmouth 4.7 miles ; Helford Passage 2 miles ; Helston 11.8 miles. (Ref. 1040635)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights £785

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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A lovely semi-detached bungalow situated on the outskirts of Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire. Enclosed courtyard. One dog welcome. Filey 10 miles; Scarborough 20 miles. (Ref. 996276)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 3 nights £425

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

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Dove Cottage is a lovely pet-friendly property near Ruswarp, North Yorkshire, boasting a private games room, a woodburning stove and a freestanding bath. Whitby 3 miles; Sandsend 4.5 miles; Robin Hood's Bay 6.3 miles. (Ref. 1189856)

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  • Games room


for 3 nights £296

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Flat 4 is a third-floor penthouse apartment situated along the coast in Hythe, Kent, boasting a south-facing wraparound balcony with stunning sea views. Folkestone 4.7 miles; Dymchurch 5.3 miles; Dover 14 miles; Canterbury 17.6 miles. (Ref. 1178253)

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  • 10% off - Mon 5th Jan to 19th Mar 2026


for 3 nights £652

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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.