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.

Apartment 15 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

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

5 Grafton Towers, North Sands

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

The Look Out, Hope Cove

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A large detached bungalow, furnished to a very good standard with lovely gardens and sun trap patio area.... more

3 Thurlestone Rock Apartments, Thurlestone

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A selection of delightful marine apartments looking directly over the beach at Thurlestone Sands and adjacent to the South West Coastal Path. All properties offer unsurpassed seaviews over the bay and out to sea with Thurlestone Rock and Burgh Island... more

Coombe House, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A modern and tastefully furnished detached house set in its own grounds with ample accommodation for eight people.... 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

2 Crabshell Quay, Kingsbridge

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Crabshell Quay is a development of recently constructed luxury apartments on the banks of the Kingsbridge/Salcombe estuary, the perfect holiday destination for families or couples and just a few minutes walk from Kingsbridge's shops, boutiques an... more

11 The Malt Mill, Kingsbridge

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

New for 2012The Malt Mill is a small, private development of apartments just a short walk from central Kingsbridge (off Ebrington Street) with its array of shops, restaurants and leisure centre. Kingsbridge is the ideal base from which to explore the... more

Primrose Cottage (Thurlestone), Thurlestone

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A substantial two-storey detached house dating back to the 1920's, ideal for a family holiday close to the beach or for walkers and other groups looking for a quiet location within easy reach of the coast and beautiful South Devon countryside.... more

Cornerstone, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Cornerstone is a substantial and very tastefully presented town house on four levels offering superb accommodation for one/two families and smaller groups alike.... 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

Fairholme Thatch, Strete

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Fairholme Thatch is a very pretty Grade II thatched cottage (at the end of a terrace of three), extensively refurbished and renovated in recent years to a high standard throughout. The cottage balances many original character features with a modern,... more

Harbourfield, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A traditional semi-detached house on three levels, extensively refurbished and equipped to provide a very good standard of accommodation for a large family or group.... more

7 Thurlestone Rock Apartments, Kingsbridge

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A selection of delightful marine apartments looking directly over the beach at Thurlestone Sands and adjacent to the South West Coastal Path. All properties offer unsurpassed seaviews over the bay and out to sea with Thurlestone Rock and Burgh Island... more