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.

Whispers Edge, Inner Hope

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Whispers Edge is a spacious and very comfortable detached house ideally suited to a family group or couples within easy reach of the local beach and village amenities. The house is decorated and furnished to a high standard and is well equipped thro... more

The Station, Malborough

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A substantial detached property with reverse level accommodation, ideal for a large family group looking to explore the beautiful surrounding coast and countryside.... more

6 Oceans Edge, Thurlestone Sands

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Ocean's Edge is a stunning development of eleven luxury ocean front apartments, right on the water's edge - many with breathtaking views of the South Devon coastline. The apartments are just a short walk from the beach at Thurlestone Sands an... more

Apt 1 Terrapins ( Lower ), Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Terrapins is a substantial property, divided into two attractive and tastefully presented apartments, situated in the middle of Buckley Street, close to the centre of town, within easy access of Salcombe's picturesque waterfront, shops, pubs and ... more

Kennford, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A traditional, Edwardian terraced house with accommodation over three levels, furnished and decorated to a high standard.... more

Magdala, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Magdala is a spacious, comfortably furnished maisonette in a unique elevated position with superb views of the town and Salcombe estuary.... more

28 TheSalcombe, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

'The Salcombe' (formerly the Salcombe Hotel), is situated in Fore Street, on a prominent site with long water frontage and centrally placed for all amenities. Magnificent views from all flats of the main anchorage, towards South Pool Creek an... 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

Apartment 4 The Elms, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A comfortable and well equipped first floor apartment, just five minutes walk from the main shops, restaurants and waterfront.... more

1 Kings Cottages, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

1 Kings Cottages is a very comfortable and spacious house ideally set up for a large family party or couples looking for a central location with easy access to Salcombe's array of boutiques, pubs and restaurants. The accommodation is well mainta... more

Apartment 2 At The Beach, Torcross

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

'At the Beach' is a striking development of luxury apartments and cottages on the very edge of the sea at Slapton Sands. The development is the transformation of the former 'Torcross Hotel', a prominent and well known local landmark b... more

Anchor Cottage, Hope Cove

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

New for 2012Anchor Cottage is a traditional mid-terrace period cottage situated in the heart of a popular fishing village, just a few yards from the sandy beach, pub and local shop/Post Office. The cottage is comfortable and presented to a good stan... more

Trafalgar House, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Trafalgar House is a very well presented and substantial cottage on three floors offering a high standard of accommodation for one/two families and smaller groups alike. An ideal retreat for holidays and short breaks all year round.... more

6 Chichester Court, Hope Cove

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A spacious, well-appointed, and maintained second floor apartment in an exclusive development with lovely views from the sitting room balcony, and ideally located to enjoy the beautiful coastal path and the beaches at Hope Cove.... 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