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For many the perfect surfing holiday or beach cottage rental is simply the one that is closest to the beach. Surfing Genie has selected some of the best from around the UK that are all less than 1500 metres from a first class beach. Planning your perfect summer beach vacation now couldn't be easier - simply pick one of these below and then look forward to rolling out of bed and onto the sand! Remember though - these are just a hand picked selection of over 13,000 in the database. If you can't find one you like below, go to the beach you want to stay at and click 'View local self catering cottages' or search the whole database of properties. Search entire property database here Cottages close to beaches in England
Seapeep booking info, Bamburgh, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms This stone terraced house is set right in the heart of Bamburgh village, just a short walk from Bamburgh beach and castle and very conveniently located for the village pubs and shops.
Northburn booking info, Bamburgh, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms This historic cottage could not be better positioned for Bamburgh beach being just behind the sand dunes and castle itself and a short walk from the village centre.
Green Cottage info, Robin Hood's Bay, Sleeps 4-6, 2 bedrooms. Over 370 years old, set on 4 floors with a stone balcony and situated just 100 metres from the beach. An ideal house for a stay at Robin Hoods Bay.
Beare Cottage info, Robin Hood's Bay, sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms This house is over 300 years old, fully refurbished and set in the heart of the village. Just 200 metres away is the sandy beach of Robin Hood's Bay.
Mulberry Cottage booking info, Wells Next the Sea, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms This 1820's cottage is ideally located for exploring Wells Next the Sea beach, being situated in the old part of the fishing village and is only a few hundred metres from the perfect beach. Two Ways info, Wells Next the Sea, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms Two Ways cottage is over 400 years old and perfectly located next to the old harbour within easy walking distance of the glorious Wells Next the Sea beach.
Creek Cottage info, Wells Next the Sea, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms Creek Cottage has fantastic coastal views and is quietly located just a short walk from the harbour and Wells Next the Sea beach, a perfect place from which to explore this coast.
Crab Cottage info, Wells Next the Sea, Sleeps 2-4, 1 bedroom Crab Cottage is an end of row town-house in a quiet courtyard. It is right next to the quiet quayside so is a short walk from the pubs, shops and Wells Next the Sea beach.
Stones Cottage info, West Wittering, Sleeps 4, 3 bedrooms Stones Cottage is an 18th century cottage with its own garden providing a fantastic base for enjoying the perfect West Wittering beach which is just 800m away.
Chy Gwysca booking info, Porthcurno, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms This is a first floor apartment that is just a hundred metres from the stunning Porthcurno beach and sat with amazing views of the coast. Hard to better for location.
Carters Loft booking info, Porthleven, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms This 1st floor apartment is located in a small courtyard 50m from the harbour with pubs & restaurants and just 100m from Porthleven reef; one of the country's best surfing breaks.
New Barton booking info, Wembury, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms New Barton is the perfect location for exploring Wembury beach and the local coast; it is set in a stunning location looking down onto the beach less than 800 metres away.
Girl Annie booking info, Sennen, sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms These cottages are set in an 8 acre privately owned valley, with nearby stream, panoramic views of Sennen Cove with access to the local pub via the beach.
Bishop's Rock info, Sennen, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms Bishop's Rock is three secluded cottages, on the cliff top over looking the stunning sands and surf of Sennen Cove less than 250 metres away. Paradise.
Westcott booking info, Sennen, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms Westcott Cottage is situated on a cliff top above the stunning Sennen Cove providing both great views and a ideal base from which to explore and enjoy the local beach and village.
Tall Storeys booking info, St Ives, Sleeps 4-6, 2 bedrooms Tall Storeys is a three story cottage just around the corner from St Ives pubs, restaurants and art galleries and the golden sands of Porthmeor beach.
Kelly's Cottage booking info, Portreath, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms Kellys Cottage is over 200 years old and was originally a harbour masters cottage, which gives you an indication of its ideal location at the heart of the village near Portreath beach.
Porthreath booking info, Sleeps 3-4, 2 bedrooms This is a modern house in the old section of Portreath right next to the harbour and just a short walk from the villages pubs and Portreath beach.
Wheal Golden booking info, Holywell, Sleeps 4-6, 3 bedrooms Wheal Golden is a fantastic bungalow overlooking Holywell Bay, only 300m away and provides a perfect base from which to explore the beach, coast or Newquay, Truro or Perranporth just inland.
Rocky Hill booking info, Holwell, Sleeps 4-5, 2 bedrooms The golden sands of Holywell Bay are only a few hundred metres from this bungalow, which is ideally located for easy access to the local pub & shop. Newquay and Perranporth are also nearby.
Poppy Cottage has its own garden, Crantock beach or village to relax in or alternatively the buzzing beaches and nightlife of Newquay just around the corner to explore.
Narrowcliff booking info, Newquay, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms These apartments are just behind the main town beaches in the heart of Newquay, with Fistral beach just a short walk away. With all the nightlife within walking distance it is an ideal base in Newquay.
Newquay booking info, Sleeps 4-6, 2 bedrooms This beach front apartment is perfectly located for Fistral beach with views across the bay. The restaurants, pubs, clubs, along with the other town beaches are just a short walk away.
Mother Ivey Cottage booking info, Mother Ivey Bay, Cornwall, Sleeps 8, 4 bedrooms The picture says it all!
St Cadoc Cottage info, Harlyn Bay, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms St Cadoc's is located in a countryside setting with its own garden and Harlyn beach a short walk of 400m away. The buzzing pubs and restaurants of Padstowe are just 3 km along the coast.
Johns Cottage info, Bucks Mills, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms These two cottages are set within the lovely village of Bucks Mills. They have striking views out across Bideford Bay towards Lundy and Saunton beach to the north.
Trafalgar Court info, Westward Ho, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms Trafalgar Court is a 1st floor apartment overlooking Westward Ho beach, with fantastic views of the coast and is an ideal location for either the centre of town or the rest of the North Devon coast.
Ocean Park info, Westward Ho, Sleeps 4-5, 2 bedrooms Ocean Park is a 3rd floor apartment with views over Westward Ho beach, just a short walk from the beach or town facilities, with the added bonus of a balcony terrace attached to the living room.
Coastline booking info, Woolacombe, Sleeps 4-5, 2 bedrooms Coastline is just 10 mins walk from the nightlife of Woolacombe plus the golden sands of Woolacombe beach; one of the best Blue Flag beaches in the country. It also has a balcony over looking the beach.
Countisbury Cottage info, Lynmouth, Sleeps 4-5, 2 bedrooms This cottage is set back from Lynmouth beach in the tranquil and beautiful Lynmouth Valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty. The pubs and restaurants of the village are just a short walk away.
Cottages close to beaches in Ireland
Horse Quarter Cottage info, Dunmore East, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms Dunmore East is one of the most attractive villages on Ireland's south coast. This unusual split level apartment is perfectly located and is less than 100m from the beach.
Seaview Cottage info, Ardmore, Sleeps 4-5, 2 bedrooms This cottage is in the grounds of a former monestary. It it is only a short walk into the village to the pubs, restaurants, shops and fishing harbour as well as Ardmore beach.
Country View Cottage info, Ardmore, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms This cottage is in the grounds of a former monestary. It is only a short walk into the village to the pubs, restaurants, shops and fishing harbour as well as Ardmore beach.
Carleton Wharf info, Youghal, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms Carleton Wharf is part of the Village Resort development and provides a modern base for making the most of Youghal beach. The beach and town are just a short walk away.
Johannah's Cottage info, Caherdaniel, Sleeps 4-5, 3 bedrooms Johannah's Cottage is set just 1500m inland from Derrynane beach. It is in a lovely rural location with easy access to both mountains and the pubs and restaurant in Caherdaniel.
Duncannon info, Co Wexford, Sleeps 4-6, 3 bedrooms This is an amazing place to stay, with its own enclosed garden and fantastic views across the bay. Within 250m are pubs, restaurants and the beautiful long sweeping Duncannon beach.
Cottages close to beaches in Scotland
Pitvageny Quay info, Lossiemouth, Sleeps 2-4, 2 bedrooms Literally a couple of hundred metres from Lossimouth beach is this apartment at Pitgaveny Quay, providing a fantastic base from which to explore the local beach, town and pubs.
The Old Coastguard Cottage info, Banff, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms Just down the coast from the beach at Banff Bay this house is sat on a rise over looking the small harbour of Portsoy and the Moray Firth beyond.
Cottages close to beaches in Wales
Hairpin Cottage info, Langland Bay, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms Hairpin Cottage is a converted stables with the 1st floor lounge combining with the ideal location to create stunning views of Langland beach, just 2 minutes walk away.
Victoria Court booking info, Rhosneigr, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms Victoria Court is an apartment on the first floor with great views of Rhosneigr beach from the lounge's bay window. There are also several other great beaches close by.
The Gatehouse booking info, Aberffraw, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms This property has fantasic solitude being located in a rural setting just outside the village of Aberffraw. Aberffraw beach is a short walk away and there is both a shop and a pub within 400 metres.
Hen Blas booking info, Barmouth, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms Hen Blas is the perfect location for outdoor enthusiasts. Set in the heart of Barmouth, this cottage is part of an old inn and a short walk to Barmouth beach or the town's nightlife.
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