Seaside holiday cottages to rent in Bournemouth, Cornwall, Somerset, Norfolk & Devon from next week
WHILE a holiday abroad remains shrouded in uncertainty, one thing we can bank on is a coastal cottage getaway in the UK.
There are some lovely seaside retreats still available to rent from next week, when travel restrictions in England start to ease.
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Self-catered holidays will welcome guests back again from April 12, which is next Monday.
The easing of restrictions is giving Brits that spring feeling, as many have rushed to book up staycations.
Despite the surge in UK bookings, there are affordable cottages still available to book from £42.50 per person a night that are close to the coast.
We’ve rounded up some of the best to book now.
Piper Cottage, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
Just a 20 minute walk to the sea and the sandy beaches of Norfolk is Piper Cottage, based in a small and quiet village in Holme-next-the-Sea.
There’s a great pub serving good food nearby, while the cottage itself is brimming with character – think original beams, thick stone walls and a cosy wood burning stove.
Guests get their own garden with space for alfresco meals and a south-facing terrace for sunbathing. Thornham and Old Hunstanton are also nearby with shops and restaurants.
- Stay from £42.50pppn
Jennys Cottage, Pendeen, Cornwall
Just one mile from the coast and about ten miles from St Ives, Jennys Cottage is a lovely option for those wanting to explore Cornwall.
The property has great seaside and country views, with room for two and a garden with outdoor furniture for enjoying the sun.
There are shops and a village pub a ten minute walk away in Pendeen.
- Stay from £81pppn
Par Cottage, St Blaise, Cornwall
A five minute drive from this country cottage is Cornwall’s south coast with beautiful beaches, secluded coves and pretty fishing villages including Looe, Polperro and Mevagissey.
This cottage is in the World Heritage Site of the Luxulyan Valley, with lots of waterside walks and is not far from the Eden Project too.
As well as a cosy living space and a double bedroom, guests can enjoy the first floor veranda with a lovely seating area and a private garden.
- Stay from £60.50pppn
Grays Cottage, Whitby, North Yorkshire
The idyllic seaside resort of Whitby has transformed over recent years from a fishing port to a bustling tourist town with loads of restaurants and independent shops.
Enjoy views of Whitby and its far-reaching coastline from Grays’ Cottage, just a short walk from the town centre.
Soak up the sun at the beach or discover the famous ruins of the Abbey which inspired Bram Stoker’s famous Dracula. The popular resort of Scarborough is also nearby.
- Stay from £73.50pppn
Boathouse Cottage, Bideford, Devon
Stay at this cosy cottage which is right on the river in the harbour town of Bideford.
Walking distance to the town’s centre, it’s also just a short drive from the local sandy beaches at Instow and Westward Ho! and a bit further than that, guests can find the beaches of Saunton and Croyde.
There’s room for two at the cottage, making it perfect for a romantic break, and there’s lots of lovely outdoor space, including a conservatory, private garden with a patio, and a raised decked area overlooking the river with outdoor bean bags and a dining area.
- Stay from £75pppn
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Seaside Cottage, Bournemouth
Head to the beaches of Bournemouth for a classic seaside break.
You can stay in one of two beautiful Coastguard Cottages, which are just yards from Southbourne & Hengistbury Head beaches.
The cottage had a full refurb recently and is modern inside with room for six guests and panoramic sea views.
- Stay from £44pppn
Highbridge Cottage, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset
Head off to Somerset where you can stay at Highbridge Cottage, perfectly placed for visiting the sandy beaches of Burnham and Brean.
The pretty detached cottage is postcard-perfect, set in lovely gardens with patio areas and a barbecue for outdoor dining, though a great pub is also just down the road.
Away from the beach, those who stay here are close to some of Somerset’s star attractions like the Cheddar Gorge, Wookey Hole and Clarks Village.
- Stay from £53pppn
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