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.

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

Flat 6 Glenthorne House, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Glenthorne House is an imposing, detached Victorian villa with magnificent views overlooking the Salcombe estuary and harbour. Now re-developed and divided into seven holiday apartments, each with its own parking space and entrance, Glenthorne House... more

6 Links Court, Thurlestone

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Overlooking two of South Devon's most beautiful beaches on a headland next to the famous Thurlestone links golf course, Links Court (formerly the Links Hotel) is a development of apartments set in superb private grounds within easy reach of the p... 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

8b Fore Street, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A very comfortable and bright second floor flat, finished to a high standard with excellent estuary views.... more

Atlantic Lodge, Hope Cove

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Two large detached bungalows with superb views of the beautiful surrounding coastline including Burgh Island and Bigbury Bay.The properties share a driveway and gardens and are adjoining therefore they are available individually or together for a lar... more

2 Gould Road, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A comfortable, semi-detached cottage, conveniently located for the boat park and slipway.... more

Apt 2, Terrapins ( Upper ), 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

Flat 1 Hazeldene, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A well furnished first floor apartment set in an elevated position offering estuary views of Bolt Head, South Sands, North Sands and North Sands valley.... more

Fulmar, North Hallsands

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Fulmar and Guillemot are two stunning new homes in a select development within a few yards of the South West Coast Path, Hallsands beach and the beautiful Start Bay coastline. Each cottage has stunning panoramic views out to sea from the lounge and g... 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

Slipways, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A well equipped first floor flat, fully refurbished and offering an ideal central Salcombe base for couples or young families.... more

Apt 19 Bolt Head, South Sands

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

This prestigious development of luxury properties (formerly 'The Bolt Head Hotel') are all presented and equipped to a very high standard, many with spectacular views over Salcombe estuary and South Sands beach below. The Bolt Head apartments... more

The Bolt Hole, Hope Cove

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

The Bolt Hole is an attractive, deceptively large detached house presented to a very good standard throughout. The accommodation is on two levels and is very well set up for larger family groups or couples looking for a quiet, comfortable retreat wi... more

Sunnyledge, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Situated in the upper part of Devon Road, some 10/15 minutes walk from the town centre and North Sands beach, Sunnyledge and Burberry are two adjoining halves of one large traditional town house - each has been extensively and tastefully upgraded to ... more