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Beach Holiday Cottages

Searching for a last-minute holiday in the UK? You're in luck - we know just the spot! Pick your favourite holiday properties from our vast array of charming coastal cottages, complete with stunning sea views and sandy beaches right on your very doorstep.

Whether you're travelling with friends, the kids or the pup, you'll find the very best last-minute luxury beach houses right here. From family-friendly mansions with space for all the gang to cosy dog-friendly cottages, perfect just for two (and the pooch), there's a seaside cottage out there to suit any group, no matter the size, taste or budget.

What's more, being blessed with a whopping 31,368 km of coastline, when it comes to last-minute beach holidays, the UK is hard to beat (apart from the weather that is). Whether you fancy a trip to Scotland's secluded shores, the beautiful bays of Wales or the aptly-named English Riviera, a last-minute coastal cottage couldn't be easier to find.

Best locations for a beach cottage

From the rugged cliffs of Cornwall to secret beaches in the Scottish Highlands, here are our very favourite spots for a holiday by the sea.

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United Kingdom Beach Cottages

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Cottage in South Cornwall

Cornwall

Cottage in South Cornwall

Ref: S598079

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This superb cliff top property constructed in the 1950s is nestled on the cliffs and sits in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty overlooking the sea, making it the perfect luxury coastal escape. With uninterrupted sea views spanning from Rame...

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£234

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Mark the Artists House

East Sussex

Mark the Artists House

Ref: S809889

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Hastings, a sizable ancient town, is divided into three sections and connected by a promenade. It offers a wide variety of interesting places to explore. The Old Town lies on one side and features charming homes, charming tall black net huts,...

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£58

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Granary Cottage, Weymouth

Dorset

Granary Cottage, Weymouth

Ref: S526574

Reviews 53

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Granary Cottage is the ideal hideaway for friends or couples looking to relax and enjoy a break near the coast in South Dorset. It is conveniently situated within easy reach of Weymouth with its famous sandy beach, and the county town of...

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£126

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Taigh Glas

Gairloch

Taigh Glas

Ref: S526227

Reviews 25

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The thriving Wester Ross community of Gairloch is made up of the villages and hamlets around Loch Gairloch - the village of Gairloch being the largest of the settlements overlooking the Loch. The area provides spectacular scenery, with...

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£115

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Cottage in Hampshire

Hampshire

Cottage in Hampshire

Ref: S231458

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An ideal base to explore the New Forest and enjoy outdoor activities from cycling to walking, kayaking and much more, this stylish cabin is set on the lightly wooded edge of the Beaulieu River and is perfect for nature lovers and bird watchers....

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£179

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Khina Cottage, Broadstairs

Kent

Khina Cottage, Broadstairs

Ref: S41660

Reviews 103

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In association with Trinity House, Rural Retreats is pleased to present Khina Cottage at North Foreland Lighthouse. Khina is one of two holiday cottages available at the lighthouse, which lies on the chalk headland above the charming and unspoilt...

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£201

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Rene's Cottage

Cornwall

Rene's Cottage

Ref: S133319

Reviews 18

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Just a few minutes walk from Cadgwith Cove, Rene's Cottage is a delightful thatched cottage, sleeping just two making it the ideal couple's getaway. The cottage has a compact yet functional kitchen, with a couple of steps leading down to the snug...

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£73

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Gate House

Isle of Wight

The Gate House

Ref: S94682

Reviews 59

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This village is two miles from the coast on the Isle of Wight, Wroxall has a gastropub and a shop. It also offers a Donkey Sanctuary and the historic Appuldurcombe House. Ventnor is short drive away and offers a range of amenities, botanical...

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£68

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Japonica Cottage

Suffolk Coastal District

Japonica Cottage

Ref: S376921

Reviews 10

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Japonica Cottage is a quaint holiday home set within the quiet and sleepy village of Wenhaston, in the Suffolk Coasts and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This cosy bolthole is ideal for romantic getaways to this gorgeous part of the...

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£62

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Granary

Castle

The Granary

Ref: S78562

Reviews 50

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Scurlage is a small village, named after the family who built a fortified manor house, although none of the remains of ‘Scurlage Castle’ have survived. This little village is between the popular beachside villages of Rhossili and Port Eynon and is...

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£66

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Abalone

Cornwall

Abalone

Ref: S526936

Reviews 5

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The rolling waves are great for surfing year-round, and the footpaths by the restored canal or on the North Cornwall coastal path let you explore the outstanding countryside. Bude has a golf course, indoor pool, bowling alley/indoor play area, and...

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£70

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Cottage

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council

The Cottage

Ref: S101996

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Situated conveniently close to the thriving High Street and the Harbour The Cottage, provides comfortable dog friendly accommodation for up to four people in a delightful holiday home.  Light and airy this cottage, formerly a fisherman’s cottage,...

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£72

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Bluebell Cottage - Seaton

Devon

Bluebell Cottage - Seaton

Ref: S670938

Reviews 4

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Offering timelessly charming, sumptuous interiors brimming with original characterful features that’ll transport you to centuries past, this vibrant cosy cottage is the perfect spot for couples and families to retire to after adventuring around...

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£75

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Driftwood

Cornwall

Driftwood

Ref: S376248

Reviews 20

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The small town of St Just rests on the north west Cornwall coast and is a settlement steeped in art and history. Visitors can enjoy touring the town's handful of galleries, before embarking on a walk or cycle along the South West Coastal Path, to...

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£62

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Snug, Pwlhelli

Pwllheli

The Snug, Pwlhelli

Ref: S188988

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The Snug offers a luxurious, coastal holiday home to base your epic North Wales adventures on. Just moments from some of our favourite powder-soft beaches and perfectly positioned to easily access the rest of this spectacular region, this...

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£97

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Garden Apartment

Cornwall

The Garden Apartment

Ref: S2151

Reviews 49

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The area around Tintagel is dominated by the sea, rugged coastline, secluded coves and incredible scenery. The town is famous as the home of the legendary King Arthur's castle, and the castle ruins still overlook the cliff side outside the town. ...

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£69

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Cottage in Essex

Colchester District

Cottage in Essex

Ref: S597657

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This picturesque waterfront apartment, located on Brightlingsea's bustling harbour in Essex, offers contemporary accommodation with breathtaking sea views, making it ideal for unwinding, relaxing, and taking in the ever changing scenery and local...

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£130

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Cedar House, St Agnes

Cornwall

Cedar House, St Agnes

Ref: S394656

Reviews 5

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Perfect for a Cornish getaway, Cedar House is located just outside the hustle and bustle of the charming village of St Agnes, nestled into the countryside but only a five-minute drive from the coast. Cedar House is reverse level with a king-size...

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£118

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Perhay Cottage

Dorset

Perhay Cottage

Ref: S102060

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Perhay is a delightful country cottage and has been refurbished by the owner to provide very good quality holiday accommodation in a beautiful rural setting only a few miles drive from the coast and the bustling West Dorset market town of...

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£83

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Barn in South Cornwall

Cornwall

Barn in South Cornwall

Ref: S229122

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Polperro can be reached either by car or by walking through the owner s peaceful farmland and down a country lane. Here guests will find restaurants serving local seafood, shops and pubs, as well as attractions including the Smuggling Museum and...

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£71

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Pixie Cottage

Cornwall

Pixie Cottage

Ref: S272819

Reviews 21

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Looe is Cornwall’s second largest fishing port and hence there is always a lively maritime bustle around the quay area of East Looe, which is connected to the quieter West Looe by a seven arched 19th century bridge over the River Looe. You can...

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£101

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Downrow Barn

Cornwall

Downrow Barn

Ref: S483694

Reviews 26

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Popular but not congested, Tintagel is the site of the mythical King Arthur's Castle, whose ruins dominate the cliffside just beyond the settlement. Beautiful scenery and breathtaking ocean views may be found in the immediate region. There are...

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£92

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Toll House, Nether Stowey

Somerset

Toll House, Nether Stowey

Ref: S41847

Reviews 71

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Toll House is a romantic and unique holiday home. A listed former toll house, it is small yet enchanting, dating back to the 18th century. The property is on the quiet high street in the very friendly and attractive Somerset village of Nether...

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£104

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Wishing Well

The Havens

Wishing Well

Ref: S11399

Reviews 33

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Short breaks: Available at this property Smoking: No smoking inside please Rooms: Bedroom, bathroom, living/dining room, kitchen Beds: Superking size bed Luxuries: DVD player; General: Freeview TV. Biomass central heating; woodburning...

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£60

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