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.

4 West Park Mews, Kingsbridge

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Updated description pending major refurbishment of property Spring 2012. Available from June 2012 - new photography to follow shortly (Brochure description and pricing are superceded by these revised details) A beautifully presented mews cottage ... more

The Granary (Southdown Farm), Malborough

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Situated in a quiet, secluded position, within an Area of Outstanding Beauty, surrounded by National Trust farmland with access through a delightful valley to Soar Mill Cove and the South Devon Coastal Path. Salcombe and Kingsbridge are three and fiv... 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

Orchard Barn, Batson

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A comfortable semi-detached stone cottage in a quiet rural location, close to the head of Batson Creek.... more

2 North Crest House, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A very well presented ground floor apartment situated within a former Salcombe villa, with pleasant views of the estuary.... more

Oceanview Apartment, 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

Hydeaway, 7 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

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

8 Thurlestone Beach Apartments, Thurlestone

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

This delightful apartment offers wonderful sea views from the living area, which leads onto a large sunny balcony where you can sit back with a glass of wine and watch the beautiful sunset. The lovely sandy beaches and coastal paths are only a short ... more

4 Fairhaven, North Sands

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Fairhaven is large traditional property converted over into several well-presented apartments. It is situated in a mainly peaceful position within walking distance of North Sands beach and just 3/4 of a mile from Salcombe's shops, restaurants and... 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

Sunny Thatch, East Prawle

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A charming Grade 2 listed stone built terrace cottage retaining much of its original character.... more

8 Church Street, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

An attractive, comfortable and well equipped semi-detached cottage, with accommodation over three levels.... more

1 Kings Cottages, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

1 Kings Cottages is a very comfortable and spacious house ideally set up for a large family party or couples looking for a central location with easy access to Salcombe's array of boutiques, pubs and restaurants. The accommodation is well mainta... more

2 West Park, Hope Cove

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A bright, modern apartment, situated on the edge of the village with accommodation at ground and first floor levels.... more