Find cottages and self catering and close to a sandy beach in South West England. The popular South West of England has everything you need for a wonderful holiday including long sandy beaches, glorious countryside, warm weather, cream teas and historic villages to explore.

We have some superb self catering cottages and apartments across Cornwall, Dorset and Devon. We have accommodation listed that will be ideal for couples, families or groups whether they are looking for a bit of luxury or simply great quality and value.

Fairholme Thatch, Strete

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Fairholme Thatch is a very pretty Grade II thatched cottage (at the end of a terrace of three), extensively refurbished and renovated in recent years to a high standard throughout. The cottage balances many original character features with a modern,... more

6 Thurlestone Rock (Penthouse), Kingsbridge

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A selection of delightful marine apartments looking directly over the beach at Thurlestone Sands and adjacent to the South West Coastal Path. All properties offer unsurpassed seaviews over the bay and out to sea with Thurlestone Rock and Burgh Island... more

Moorview, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A comfortable furnished bungalow fitted to a very high standard, boasting a lovely large decked area to enjoy the views.... more

Blueboat Cottage, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A very well presented and recently refurbished stone terraced cottage.... more

3 Thurlestone Rock Apartments, Thurlestone

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A selection of delightful marine apartments looking directly over the beach at Thurlestone Sands and adjacent to the South West Coastal Path. All properties offer unsurpassed seaviews over the bay and out to sea with Thurlestone Rock and Burgh Island... more

Rickham Farm, East Portlemouth

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Rickham Farm is a spacious and well appointed detached house in a truly spectacular location overlooking the coastline close to the mouth of the Salcombe estuary. The house provides ample accommodation for one or two families and is an ideal base for... more

4 Fairhaven, North Sands

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Fairhaven is large traditional property converted over into several well-presented apartments. It is situated in a mainly peaceful position within walking distance of North Sands beach and just 3/4 of a mile from Salcombe's shops, restaurants and... more

11 The Malt Mill, Kingsbridge

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

New for 2012The Malt Mill is a small, private development of apartments just a short walk from central Kingsbridge (off Ebrington Street) with its array of shops, restaurants and leisure centre. Kingsbridge is the ideal base from which to explore the... more

Flat 3 Albany House, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

An imposing Victorian townhouse comprising three very tastefully presented apartments, situated in a quiet residential position above the town, yet within reasonable walking distance of shops, restaurants and quays. Each apartment has lovely views ov... more

17 St Elmo Court, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

St. Elmo Court occupies a secluded and private setting within sub-tropical gardens just above North Sands Beach. The town centre with its wide array of boutiques, pubs, restaurants and stunning waterfront is within a pleasant 15-20 minute walk. There... more

The Old Post Office, Beesands

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

As featured in The Times, 16th February 2011.A cosy and well presented ground floor apartment situated on the sea front in a friendly fishing village and with the South West Coast Path running past the front door. The accommodation was significantly ... more

4 Waters Edge, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A comfortable and well equipped maisonette over two levels.... more

Westland, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A substantial semi-detached house on 3 floors, equipped to a good standard, providing comfortable accommodation for a large family or group.... more

3 Thurlestone Rock Mews, Kingsbridge

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A end mews cottage (one of three) offering reverse level living accomodation and balcony to take full advantage of the stunning sea views.... more

Apt 4 Charborough House, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A top (3rd) floor apartment within a large former town house, furnished and equipped to a very high standard. Outstanding panoramic views of the harbour and estuary towards South Pool, Snapes Point and the surrounding countryside.... more