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.

Valley View (St Elmo), Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

St. Elmo Court occupies a secluded and private setting within sub-tropical garden 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

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

2 Thurlestone Rock Mews, Thurlestone Sands

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

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

Apartment 3 Combehaven, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Combehaven is a development of two superb houses and fifteen luxury apartments set in their own private, landscaped grounds on the site of the old Methodist Church in Salcombe. Excellent views of both the town and estuary below can be enjoyed from th... more

2 Melbury, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

An elevated ground floor apartment, comprising a single storey extension to a large detached Victorian villa with own private entrance from the grounds.... more

Broad Downs Barn, Malborough

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Set within 22 acres of privately owned pasture land, Broad Downs Barn forms part of Broad Downs Farm dating from c.1860 and consisting of the original farmhouse, stables, barn and piggery. Approached by its own private lane, the barn has been conver... 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

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

Waders, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A large semi-detached house with the accommodation over three levels, boasting wonderful views.... 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

Apartment 5 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

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

Broadsands, Thurlestone

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Broadsands is an elegant country house, located in an exclusive area overlooking Thurlestone's famous coastal golf course and out to sea offering spectacular panoramic views. This stunning property is perfect for one/two families, adult groups or... more

30 Fore Street (The Cottage), Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A comfortably furnished terraced cottage, centrally located.... more

Lee Shore, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

New for 2012A comfortable third floor apartment imaginatively decorated with a bright and colourful interior.... more