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.

Little Granary, 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

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

The Old Post Office, Beesands

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

As featured in The Times, 16th February 2011.A cosy and well presented ground floor apartment situated on the sea front in a friendly fishing village and with the South West Coast Path running past the front door. The accommodation was significantly ... 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

1c Harbour View, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A comfortable apartment with good views of the estuary from the sitting room and balcony, and within a short stroll of Salcombe's famous waterfront, shops and restaurants.... more

Apt 4 Charborough House, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A top (3rd) floor apartment within a large former town house, furnished and equipped to a very high standard. Outstanding panoramic views of the harbour and estuary towards South Pool, Snapes Point and the surrounding countryside.... more

Startline House, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Startline House is a large, comfortable house over four floors with magnificent views over Salcombe estuary towards the beaches of East Portlemouth and Millbay, and out to sea across the 'bar'. The house is very well equipped and furnished t... more

28 TheSalcombe, 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

Burberry, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Situated in the upper part of Devon Road, some 10-15 minutes walk from the town centre and North Sands beach, Sunnyledge and Burberry are two adjoining halves of one large traditional town house - each has been extensively and tastefully upgraded to ... 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

30 Fore Street (The Cottage), Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

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

1 Top View Cottages, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A three bedroomed end terrace cottage on three floors decorated to a very good standard throughout with woodburning stove.... 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

Rickham Farm, East Portlemouth

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Rickham Farm is a spacious and well appointed detached house in a truly spectacular location overlooking the coastline close to the mouth of the Salcombe estuary. The house provides ample accommodation for one or two families and is an ideal base for... 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