Coastal retreats
Toe-dipping in the shallows, coastal walks under flaring sunsets, hibernating indoors while storms crash outside; our unique coastal homes offer sanctuary in all weathers.
We do like to be beside the seaside, don't we? Sweeping sands and long coastal rambles, sitting in the shallows watching as the children jump over foaming waves… Days by seaside are as iconic as the soft-whip ice cream with which they go hand-in-hand. With freckled, salt-kissed faces and tousled hair, retreat to the serenity of a luxury coastal holiday cottage, where the only thing left on the agenda is to relax with a full glass of delicious wine from the fridge, as children sleep and the sun melts into the ocean.
Homes by the sea can be enjoyed in all weathers, as autumn and winter bring a different kind of romance. Blazing summer days invite skinny dips and afternoons of sunbathing under a vintage parasol, whilst cooler months bring pumping surf and temperatures just right for heart-racing dog walks across soaring sand dunes. Wrap up and storm-watch from the tops of rugged cliffs, or sip giant hot chocolates under blankets as those wild Atlantic winds whip sea foam against the windows, fire crackling alongside.
Little Portion
Cubert, Holywell Bay, Cornwall, UK
Crooked and charming, this pretty red tin cottage is the perfect couples' coastal retreat just a mile’s amble from Holywell Bay, with reclaimed finishes, trailing plants and an al fresco hot tub.
Sleeps: Up to 2 guests
From: £1,150 per week, £950 per short break
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Hot tub
The Cotton Tree
Cubert, Holywell Bay, Cornwall, UK
The Cotton Tree is a Queenslander-style clapboard cottage inspired by tropical beach houses and barefoot living. Set on the north Cornwall coast, Holywell Bay and Porth Joke beach are within easy reach.
Sleeps: Up to 2 guests
From: £1,395 per week, £1,050 per short break
Pets: Two small well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Hot tub
The Limit
As seen on ITV's 'Cornwall' with Caroline Quentin and George Clark's Amazing Spaces, this quirky 1930s luxury beach hut is becoming quite an iconic dwelling within the north coast of Cornwall. Its unique position with Holywell Bay’s sand dunes makes it perfect for romantic self-catering weekends by the sea.
Sleeps: Up to 2 guests
From: £1,595 per week, £1,250 per short break
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Hot tub and fire pit
