Best Secluded Coastal Cottages in the UK
We love stepping out of the front door onto miles of empty sand. We love a blustery walk along clifftops and finding a spot for lunch in a quiet pub or a little café with a sea view.
A remote and secluded seaside cottage is ideal for a spring or early summer staycation. You can swerve the summer crowds and make the most of mild days and light evenings.
Or book an autumn or winter getaway for dramatic ocean views, and that snug feeling you get being in a warm cosy cottage on a stormy night.
To help inspire your next UK coastal escape, we’ve chosen some of the most peaceful and secluded coastal cottages in the UK. You'll find clifftop cottages with sea views, and isolated beachside spots for wild swimming from Cornwall to the Scottish Highlands.
Choose from romantic seaside places for two, family-friendly stays and dog-friendly cottages near dog-friendly beaches.
All of these secluded UK coastal cottages are available to book now for your next seaside getaway.
Peaceful cottages by the sea in England
Little Petra
Sennen - Cornwall
Enjoy staying in your own hidden corner of West Cornwall at Little Petra, a holiday cottage overlooking Sennen's Whitesands Bay.
The North Wing at Trevigue Farmhouse
Bude - Cornwall
Gorgeously romantic farmhouse bolthole for two near the idyllic sandy beaches of Cornwall's north coast
Beach Cottage
Anderby Creek - Lincolnshire
Beautiful beachfront hideaway at Anderby Creek with sand dune views, log burner and veranda overlooking the sea.
The Beach Hut
nr. Plymouth - Devon
Delightful off-grid South Devon beach hut in the most jaw dropping location with a hot tub, barbecue and its own private beach - The ultimate romantic bolthole.
The Listening Station
Southwold - Suffolk
Stay in a clifftop hideaway with sea views just a 10-minute walk from the beach in this cosy and luxurious beachfront chalet on the stunning Suffolk coast.
Sedgewin
Hayle - Cornwall
Sedgewin Beach Chalet is your cosy Cornish escape hidden among the dunes of Hayle Beach, just five minutes from the sea.
The Boathouse Devon
Ilfracombe - Devon
A fantastic, contemporary, renovated boathouse, overlooking picturesque Lee Bay in North Devon. The perfect peaceful hideaway for four.
Short House Chesil Beach
nr. Bridport - Dorset
A beautiful seaside cottage on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast with spectacular ocean views.
4 Coastguard Cottages
Porthgwarra - Cornwall
Beautiful Cornish cottage tucked away on the Gwennap Headland in Cornwall offering a fabulous seaside retreat and stunning coastal views.
Coastguards Cottage
Rye - East Sussex
Charming seaside cottage with a contemporary interior just 20 metres from Camber Sands beach, perfect for groups of friends and family.
Woody Bay
Parracombe - North Devon
A charming Devon cottage set in an incredible clifftop location among trees overlooking the sea.
Ower Quay
Wareham - Dorset
This beautiful cottage overlooks Poole Harbour in Dorset and offers an abundance of opulent comfort and old-world charm.
Quiet beachfront cottages in Scotland
Portamaggie Cottage
Portpatrick - Dumfries and Galloway
Traditional stone cottage with hot tub just yards from a beautiful beach on the stunning coastline in Dumfries and Galloway.
Ptarmigan Cottage
Broadford - Highlands
This remarkable romantic cottage is mere metres from the beach in Skye, with his and hers baths, a private sauna and amazing sea views.
The Lookout
North Berwick - East Lothian
Gorgeous, modern architectural gem overlooking a private beach close to North Berwick offering incredible sea views.
Captain's Rest
Dunvegan - Isle of Skye
Traditional crofter's cottage offering high-end luxury and stunning views across the Isle of Skye.
Cedar Cottage
Inveraray - Argyll
Peaceful waterside cottage near Inveraray with sea inlet views, wood burner and conservatory for wildlife watching.
Ice House
Laide - Wester Ross
Super stylish home right on the coast in North West Scotland offering incredible, dramatic views and wonderful access to beautiful beaches.
Shingle Lodge
Portpatrick - Stranraer
Fab home overlooking a peaceful beach in Dumfries and Galloway, with bright social spaces, modern amenities and superb coastal views.
Arrowdale Holiday Cottage
Gairloch - Ross-shire
Gorgeous, architect-designed home in Ross-shire offering up a peaceful seaside setting with private beach access and incredible views.
Loulou by the Ocean
West Coast - Scottish Highlands
Restored coastal cottage, contemporary living by the Atlantic Ocean in the Scottish Highlands.
Scone Cottage
Lochgilphead - Argyle & Bute
Modern and striking retreat in Argyle and Bute with a hot tub sitting on a hill offering spectacular sea views to Mull and Shuna.
Eilean Sionnach Lighthouse Cottage
Isleornsay - Sleat
Extraordinary four bedroom coastal home off Skye, with access to a private beach and four bedrooms, on its own island.
Rhuvaal
Portuairk - Highlands
Contemporary coastal hideaway on the Ardnamurchan peninsula with breathtaking sea views and serene modern interiors.
Secluded coastal cottages in Wales
Laundry Cottage
Tywyn - Gwynedd
Charming cottage escape with access to a superb pool and wonderful woodland walks on the Llanfendigaid Estate close to the Eryri (Snowdonia) coast.
Caerwenfor
Llandysul - Ceredigion
Unique, comfy cottage built into the clifftops of Ceredigion with spectacular sea views.
No 9 The Dairy
Llanfaethlu - Isle of Anglesey
Charming coastal stay in Anglesey offering groups of up to four guests a comfy and cosy stay in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Ariel
Marcross - Vale of Glamorgan
Arrive at Ariel; your lighthouse with a view across the Bristol Channel, with pretty villages to go pottering and sandy beaches to go swimming and surfing.
Lower Mill
Llangennith - Swansea
A 400-year-old water mill restored in a contemporary style provides modern luxury in the south Wales, as well as a log fire and professional kitchen.
GoFerydd
Holyhead - Anglesey
A self-catering holiday retreat on Holy Island, Anglesey, boasting gorgeous décor, stunning sea views, a separate annex and a private hot tub.
Plas
Rhoscolyn - Anglesey
Marvellous and historic cottage in Anglesey offering exposed beams, cosy wood-burners and amazing sea and country views.
Mor and More Beach House
Marros - Camarthenshire
Stunning beach house in a secluded spot on the breathtaking Carmarthenshire coast with fab views and lots of amazing walks right on your doorstep.
Secluded coastal cottages in the UK offer privacy, stunning sea views, and direct access to unspoilt beaches. They provide an escape from city life while immersing you in nature's tranquillity.
Discover unique and hand-picked secluded coastal cottages across Cornwall, Devon, Scotland, and Wales on Coolstays.com, each promising an extraordinary stay with breathtaking surroundings.
Consider factors like location proximity to attractions or towns, amenities such as fireplaces or hot tubs, and any special features unique to each property listed on Coolstays.
Yes, many properties featured on Coolstays welcome pets. Filter your search results by 'pet-friendly' to find suitable options for you and your furry companions.
These cottages provide ample space for families to explore outdoors safely while enjoying beach activities and creating lasting memories away from crowded tourist spots.
Absolutely. Coolstays offers a selection of spacious properties perfect for larger groups seeking privacy and shared experiences amidst picturesque coastal landscapes.
Each listing on Coolstays is carefully curated for its wow-factor. You'll find only unique properties that promise something extraordinary beyond standard accommodation offerings.
Many properties incorporate sustainable practices such as solar panels, rainwater harvesting systems, or eco-friendly materials without compromising comfort or style.
Coastal weather can vary; summer offers beach days and outdoor adventures while winter provides cosy retreats with dramatic seascapes. Choose based on preferred activities and atmosphere.
Staying at a seaside cottage allows you to enjoy unparalleled ocean views daily, engage in water-based activities directly from your doorstep, and relish serene sunsets over the horizon – all within your private retreat.