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A beautiful hut nestled in Llanfachraeth near Bodedern, Anglesey. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Barbecue. Holyhead 8.1 miles; Llangefni 12 miles; Beaumaris 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1106817)

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3 nights from £274

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  • 3 Bedrooms
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Fountain Folly is a well-appointed, three-bedroom bungalow sleeping four, resting in Moylgrove near St Dogmaels, Pembrokeshire. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Near coast. Cardigan 7 miles. (Ref. 1137793)

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3 nights from £484

  • 4 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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Backlands Farmhouse is a charming holiday cottage nestled in the seaside village of Charmouth, along the Jurassic Coast. Close to beach and amenities. Lyme Regis 3 miles; Axminster 5.6 miles; Bridport 6.8 miles. (Ref. 1149648)

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3 nights from £505

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  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
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A beautiful town house located in Burry Port, Camarthenshire. Seaside location. WiFi. Pub and shops 0.2 miles. Beach 0.1 miles. (Ref. 982375)

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3 nights from £464

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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28C Clifton Road is a charming, semi-detached holiday home resting in Lossiemouth, Moray. Sea views. Close to local amenities and a beach. Pet-friendly. Elgin 5.4 miles; Hopeman 6.5 miles; Dufftown 23 miles. (Ref. 1134694)

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3 nights from £612

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
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A gorgeous mid-terraced holiday home in the exciting town centre of Newport in Pembrokeshire. Private garden. Near coast. WiFi. Fishguard 7 miles; Cardigan 12 miles. (Ref. 1045236)

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3 nights from £484

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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A listed, thatched cottage resting on the outskirts of Ilfracombe. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Barnstaple 14.1 miles. (Ref. 1022678)

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3 nights from £910

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Delightful, stylish, detached character cottage in village of Edern. Close to superb beaches and golf course. Morfa Nefyn 1 mile. (Ref. 14643)

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3 nights from £484

  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
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Lower Mellan Barn is a superb barn conversion with beautiful gardens in the fishing village of Coverack, Cornwall. Stylish. Woodburning stove. St Keverne 2.1 miles; Helston 11.4 miles; Falmouth 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1143979)

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3 nights from £1090

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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A detached character stone-built home situated in the village of Tregarth near Bethesda, Gwynedd. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Garden. Bethesda 2.5 miles; Bangor 4.2 miles; Caernarfon 9.2 miles. (Ref. 1112561)

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3 nights from £602

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
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This pretty, one-bedroom cottage resting in Conwy, North Wales. Pet-friendly. Enclosed patio. Close to amenities. Gas flame-effect stove. Near a National Park. Llandudno 4.6 miles; Betws-y-Coed 15 miles. (Ref. 1126793)

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3 nights from £466

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  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
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A remarkable single-storey lodge resting on the picturesque grounds of Brean Country Club, Somerset. Open-plan. Contemporary. Lake Views. Burnham-on-Sea 4 miles; Weston-super-Mare 9.5 miles; Glastonbury 19 miles. (Ref. 1081562)

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3 nights from £577

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
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Y Stabl is a delightful, single-storey cottage nestled in Dyffryn Ardudwy, Gwynedd. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Ground-floor living. Barmouth 5.5 miles; Harlech 7 miles. (Ref. 1156955)

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3 nights from £320

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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A contemporary three-bedroom cottage resting in Freshwater East near Lamphey, Pembrokeshire. Pet-friendly. Sea views. Close to amenities and beach. Woodburning stove. Private driveway. Stylish. Pembroke 4.5 miles. (Ref. 1090572)

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3 nights from £492

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  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
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The Old Watermill is a grand, detached holiday home, surrounded in two acres of stunning countryside and near the beach in Beadnell, Northumberland. Seahouses 4.2 miles; Bamburgh 6 miles. (Ref. 1161691)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £1541

  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

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Oak Cottage is a delightful property nestled in the village of Somerleyton in Suffolk. Characterful. Woodburning stove. Freestanding bath. Enclosed garden. Corton 4.7 miles; Lowestoft 6.2 miles; Great Yarmouth 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1152535)

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3 nights from £922

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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This stunning detached cottage is situated in Dwygyfylchi, Wales. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Two enclosed gardens. Penmaenmawr 1.5 miles; Conwy 3.5 miles. (Ref. 1001895)

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3 nights from £498

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets Yes

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12C South Snowdon Wharf is a lovely, second-floor apartment resting in the coastal town of Porthmadog, Gwynedd. Near National Park. Coastal views. Pets. Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park 3.4 miles; Criccieth 3.2 miles; Harlech 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1156485)

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3 nights from £352

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
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A spacious ground floor apartment in Bridlington. Off-road parking. Woodburner. En-suite bedrooms. Sea views. Filey 10 miles; Scarborough 20 miles. (Ref. 993191)

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3 nights from £374

  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
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Mill Farm House is a luxury holiday home within two acres of beautiful countryside in Beadnell, Northumberland, with EV charging and a woodburning stove. Seahouses 2.3 miles; Bamburgh 5.6 miles. (Ref. 1161692)

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3 nights from £1260

Hoping to book a quick getaway by the beach? If so, then booking one of these seaside breaks UK is a brilliant idea to consider. Whether you’re looking for fun in the sun or you’d rather a relaxing jaunt by the sea, there’s a short coastal break for everyone! 

Why choose Beach Breaks in the UK? 

If you're hoping to spend a few days away from everyday life for a relaxing beach break, then you simply can’t go wrong with booking one of these properties for seaside breaks UK.  

Situated in some of the most beautiful coastal villages, towns and cities across the UK, they make for exceptional places to rest, relax and unwind.  

Perfect for those of you that like to take shorter and more frequent breaks throughout the year, these properties will provide you with high-end amenities, the creature comforts of home and easy access to some of the country’s best beaches. What could be better than that? 

Places to Visit during Seaside Breaks UK 

Boasting over 10,000 miles of coastline, there’s an almost endless number of places to choose from when it comes to booking UK coastal breaks.  

If you’d prefer to stay down south, then Cornwall is a brilliant option to think about. Found in the South West of England, it’s a county that boasts two beautiful coastlines that cover the southernmost point of mainland Britain. Not only that, but it’s where you’ll find a wide range of award-winning beaches and stunning coastal towns like St Ives, Penzance and Marazion to explore and enjoy.  

Another brilliant place to go for seaside breaks in the UK is Northumberland. Tucked away in the North East of England, it’s far less travelled than many other coastal regions and a hidden gem when it comes to UK coastal breaks. Here, you’ll find idyllic locations like Bamburgh, Lindisfarne and Berwick-upon-Tweed, as well as some wonderful landmarks and attractions like Alnwick Castle and Hadrian’s Wall

Other Popular Destinations for UK Coastal Breaks: 

Blackpool 

Brighton 

Bournemouth 

Burnham-on-Sea 

Newquay 

Types of Short Breaks 

Begin your next holiday by the sea today by booking one of these delightful coastal weekend breaks! 

You can also choose from these lodges available for weekend breaks and these caravan weekend breaks. With lots of options to browse, there’s availability for all kinds of properties, including plenty for dog-friendly short breaks if you’re planning on bringing your pooch along with you. 

Thinking about booking as soon as possible? If so, check out these last-minute short breaks. Alternatively, if you’re looking for something high-end, consider one of these wonderful properties for luxury short breaks. You can also choose from these family weekend breaks and spa weekend breaks!

If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for, there’s also a full collection of weekend breaks in the UK to browse as well as the full list of coastal cottages in the UK