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 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

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

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

5 Thurlestone Beach Apartments, 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

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

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

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

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

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

Ocean View (Hope Cove), Hope Cove

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Two large detached bungalows with superb views of the beautiful surrounding coastline including Burgh Island and Bigbury Bay.The properties share a driveway and gardens and are adjoining therefore they are available individually or together for a lar... 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

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

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

75 Island Street, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A very well equipped and comfortable terraced cottage refurbished and upgraded in recent years.... more

Slipways, Salcombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A well equipped first floor flat, fully refurbished and offering an ideal central Salcombe base for couples or young families.... more