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.

Creek Cottage, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A comfortably furnished terraced cottage on three floors in an idyllic location and wonderful views. Unsuitable for children under 6.... 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

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

Flat 4, The Salcombe, 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

14a Courtenay Street, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A terraced 19th Century town cottage which has undergone renovation and refurbishment to a high standard. Superb views of the main anchorage towards Snapes Point and South Pool Creek in the distance.... more

Westland, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A substantial semi-detached house on 3 floors, equipped to a good standard, providing comfortable accommodation for a large family or group.... more

9 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

Bankside, Hope Cove

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A well maintained bungalow in a quiet residential area with a pleasantly laid out garden, within five minutes walk of the sandy beaches of Hope Cove.... more

Apartment 5 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

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

Cottage View, Hope Cove

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Cottage View is a comfortable Edwardian semi-detached property set in a quiet cul-de-sac and close to safe, sandy beaches and the sceanic National Trust coast path. Ideally situated for walking parties eager to explore the stunning South Hams coast a... more

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

Richmond, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A detached, split level house, the main living area being on the first floor to enjoy the stunning sea views. Mature gardens front and back.... more

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

6 Harbour Yard, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Harbour Yard is a delightful development of three houses and three apartments set in the very heart of the town (just off Fore Street). Each property has a parking space, use of a communal laundry area and some have limited estuary views from the upp... more