Cottages by the Sea
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Cottages by the Sea

5th February 2024

Looking for that perfect little cottage by the sea? The sound of seagulls. A sandy footpath down to the beach. Finding a snug seafront cafe serving the daily catch. Doesn't sound too bad. Here are 24 of the UK's cutest coastal cottages to inspire your seaside escape. 


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Oran na Mara

Scarista - Isle of Harris

6

A uniquely designed, award-winning cottage, overlooking a remote, sandy beach on the Isle of Harris. The perfect Outer Hebrides retreat.

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Kittiwake Cottage

Port Isaac - Cornwall

6

A charming Grade-II listed cottage, providing the perfect blend of comfort, privacy and proximity to the harbour front of Port Isaac on the Cornish coast.

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The Beach Hut

nr. Plymouth - Devon

2

Delightful off-grid South Devon beach hut in the most jaw dropping location with a hot tub, barbecue and its own private beach - The ultimate romantic bolthole.

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Eilean Sionnach Lighthouse Cottage

Isleornsay - Sleat

8

Extraordinary four bedroom coastal home off Skye, with access to a private beach and four bedrooms, on its own island.

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Portamaggie Cottage

Portpatrick - Dumfries and Galloway

2

Traditional stone cottage with hot tub just yards from a beautiful beach on the stunning coastline in Dumfries and Galloway.

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Dove Cottage

Tywyn - Gwynedd

4

This charming country cottage is a Grade II* listed building in picturesque Snowdownia National Park, making for an ideal tranquil staycation.

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Watch House

Llanrhian - Pembrokeshire

2

Snug, rustic cottage with gorgeous coastal views in the heart of the outstanding Pembrokeshire National Park.

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Trevigue Cottage

Bude - Cornwall

6

Idyllic cottage set in a tranquil location with amazing access to some of Cornwall's best beaches and most scenic walks.

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The Studio

Pevensey Bay - East Sussex

7

A beautiful coastal holiday cottage, just 50 yards from the peaceful Pevensey Bay Beach in East Sussex

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Frog By The Sea

Bridport - Dorset

6

Semi-detached 17th century ham stone cottage with unique Mediterranean style veranda, stunning sea views and a hot tub, located on Dorset's Jurassic Coast.

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Home Farm Cottage

Stranraer - Wigtownshire

5

Luxury cottage set in the scenic surroundings of the Corsewall Estate near Stranraer

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Tresillian

Sennen - Cornwall

8

A warm, spacious and light farmhouse that's been lovingly restored, with wide sea views and a sheltered outdoor courtyard.

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Coastguards Cottage

Rye - East Sussex

8

Charming seaside cottage with a contemporary interior just a few minutes from Camber Sands beach, perfect for groups of friends and family.

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Shangri-La

Waxham - Norfolk

6

Architect designed simplicity offers a modern twist on a traditional Norfolk beach house, just behind the dunes at Waxham beach.

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Arfor

Abersoch - Gwynedd

5

This unique holiday home sits in the Welsh seaside village of Abersoch, just a stone's throw from the beach and a short drive from Snowdonia.

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Rockfish

St Ives - Cornwall

8

Restored fisherman’s cottage in St Ives with a Scandi twist and views across Porthmeor Beach

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Anchor Cottage

Porthleven - Cornwall

5

Fantastic seaside cottage in Porthleven, Cornwall, sat on the water's edge offering a cosy, charming interior and amazing coastal views.

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Cecilias Cottage

Lyme Regis - Dorset

6

Stylish, seaside cottage in Lyme Regis in the heart of the historic Old Town. Perfectly situated for the beach and to explore everything the town has to offer.

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Garden Cottage

Stranraer - Dumfries and Galloway

6

Secluded self-catering cottage on a beautiful estate in south west Scotland, with three en-suite bedrooms and a pretty garden.

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Litua

Arisaig - Inverness-shire

6

Stunning coastal six person cottage across two levels, with hot tub, underfloor heating and magnificent views.

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Aylesbury Cottage

Combe Martin - Devon

2 or 4 + 1 infant

Charming stone cottage in North Devon set on an extensive estate with comfy furnishings, an indoor pool, private hot tub and play areas for kids.

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Cornwallis

Appledore - North Devon

6

Take in stunning views and explore glorious beaches from your secluded, traditional fisherman’s cottage in North Devon.

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Hemmel House

Craster - Northumberland

6

Stunning contemporary six person eco-cottage in the Northumberland countryside with amenities in walking distance.

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Treglyn

Constantine Bay - Cornwall

10

A spacious and stylish cottage, oozing with seaside chic and only a stroll from the stunning Cornish coast.

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