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

4 Bolberry Court, Hope Cove

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

4 Bolberry Court is a 5 bedroomed barn conversion recently renovated to offer the highest standard of comfort and luxury. The reverse-level accommodation affords superb views of the surrounding countryside whilst the extensive gardens provide plenty ... more

2 Channel View, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A well equipped property with accommodation on three floors, furnished to a high standard and offering wonderful estuary views.... more

The Hoot, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

St. Elmo Court occupies a secluded and private setting within subtropical garden just above North Sands Beach. The town centre with its wide array of boutiques, pubs, restaurants and stunning waterfront are within a pleasant 15/20 minute walk. There ... 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

Leylands, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

An elegant, late Victorian terraced house built for a sea captain with spacious family accommodation on two floors. The property has been sympathetically renovated and furnished to a very high standard while still retaining the original character of ... more

Cliff Cottage, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A charming period luxury property, the subject of a comprehensive architect designed refurbishment and redecoration programme by London interior designers.... more

Osborn House, Hope Cove

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Osborn House offers spacious, bright and airy accommodation in a prime location, a few yards from the pretty cove and boasts lovely views over the beach and out to sea from the enclosed garden.... 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

6 Grafton Towers, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Framed by the mature woodland of Moult Hill, the Grafton Towers apartments are situated between North Sands and South Sands beach from where a half hourly summer ferry service links with Salcombe's shops, quays and restaurants.The apartments were... 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

High Corner, Kingsbridge

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

High Corner is a very well presented period semi-detached house retaining many original character features. The house offers cosy, comfortable accommodation at any time of the year.... 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

Links Cottage, Thurlestone

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Links Cottage is a large detached family house standing in delightful, fully enclosed gardens, ensuring an excellent level of privacy. The house has been updated in recent years with many rooms refurbished and newly furnished to a good standard. It ... 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