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.

Ferryside, East Portlemouth

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

New for 2012 Ferryside is a spacious waterfront terraced cottage (one of four) within just a few yards of the slipway and the beautiful sandy beaches of East Portlemouth and Millbay. The cottage has been significantly updated in 2011 to provide a ver... more

Coombe Cottage, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A fully renovated and refurbished 19th Century farm-workers stone cottage set in a terrace of similar properties. The cottage has been beautifully restored to provide a contemporary and modern interior within a traditional cottage building.... more

3 Dart Marina, Dartmouth

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Our Dart Marina properties are situated on the edge of the River Dart in Dartmouth, one of the West Country's most sought after locations. Designed by award-winning architects, featuring many high-tech 'extras' and stylishy finished, a sh... more

2 Sea Gardens, Hope Cove

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A modern, beautifully presented apartment with spacious accommodation on one level and a large South Facing patio. Enjoy easy access to the village, beaches and South West Coast Path.... more

1 Garden Apt Prospect House, South Hallsands

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Perched high above the ruins of a tiny fishing village Prospect House is a former hotel with a remarkable and romantic history. It has been carefully restored and converted into stunning apartments and cottages, many with wonderful and dramatic sea v... more

7 Thurlestone Rock Apartments, 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

Apartment 4 Lyndhurst, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Lyndhurst is a substantial Victorian property converted into apartments in recent years. Situated on the top two floors of the property, Apartment 4 has been very tastefully furnished and presented, and enjoys the benefit of an elevated position from... more

Hazel Cottage, Malborough

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

New for 2012 Hazel Cottage is a particularly attractive farm property, recently extended and updated to provide a good standard of accommodation throughout. The cottage is ideal for family groups or couples looking for a cosy, comfortable retreat wi... more

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

2 Rockmount, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A spacious and comfortable, tastefully decorated, semi-detached bungalow with all the living accommodation on one level.... more

Quay Cottage, Hope Cove

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

New for 2012 Quay Cottage is a cosy holiday retreat situated in the heart of Hope Cove, just a few yards from the sandy beach, pub and village shop. The cottage is well presented throughout and ideally suited to a couple or young family looking for... 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

Flat 1 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

6 Tarifa, Bigbury-On-Sea

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A very comfortable and well presented luxury property within the popular Tarifa development, just 100 yards from the beautiful sandy beach at Bigbury. The reverse level accommodation has 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms on the lower ground floor with the... more

5 Thurlestone Beach Apartments, Thurlestone

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A selection of superb, luxury apartments set in 1.5 acres of landscaped communal gardens yet within just 1/2 mile or so of the picturesque village of Thurlestone with its old stone and thatched buildings, 18-hole Links golf course, church, traditiona... more