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Coastal Short Breaks

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A luxury four-bedroom detached barn conversion perched in Moelfre, Anglesey. Near a beach. Stunning views. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Family-friendly. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Lligwy 1.4 miles; Benllech 2 miles. (Ref. 1073549)

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3 nights from €1147

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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This stunning, three-storey holiday home rests in the heart of Port Isaac, Cornwall. Sea views. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Close to the beach and amenities. Polzeath 6.6 miles; Padstow 16 miles (Ref. 1097255)

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3 nights from €1372

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  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
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Swyn Llyr is a superb detached house in Rhosneigr, Anglesey boasting a woodburning stove, a hot tub, a cinema room, two games rooms and stunning sea views. Llangefni 11.7 miles; Holyhead 12.3 miles; Trearddur Bay 12.9 miles. (Ref. 1155679)

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3 nights from €1723

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  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
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Whiteleaf Cottage is a charming, two-bedroom dwelling residing in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Open-plan. Close to amenities and a beach. In an AONB. Charmouth 3 miles; Axminster 5.4 miles; Bridport 9.7 miles; Sidmouth 15.8 miles. (Ref. 1133296)

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  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
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A spectacular three-storey end-terrace resting within the seaside town of Llandudno in Wales. Characterful. Central location. Nearby beach. Conwy 4.8 miles; Colwyn Bay 5.8 miles; Rhyl 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1009774)

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3 nights from €1046

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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A beautifully converted hayloft resting in the coastal town of Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, Sir Ynys Mon, Wales. Pet-friendly. Close to a pub. Open-plan. Beaumaris 7.2 miles; Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park 8.6 miles; Caernarfon 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1126235)

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3 nights from €907

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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A well-presented bungalow resting on a working farm, close to Abergele, North Wales. Rural location. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Rhos-on-sea 8.9 miles; Conwy 12.8 miles; Llandudno 12.8 miles. (Ref. 1064723)

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3 nights from €412

  • 14 Guests
  • 7 Bedrooms
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Church View, a stunning townhouse resting in the bustling seaside town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Close to a beach. Hot tub. Historic features. Bridlington 16.4 miles; Whitby 20 miles; Staithes 29.8 miles. (Ref. 1123864)

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3 nights from €1706

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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A lovely townhouse close to the centre of Conwy, North Wales. Castle views. Near the beach and coast. Off-road parking. Llandudno 4.6 miles; Betws-y-Coed 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1008784)

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3 nights from €834

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  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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A contemporary semi-detached bungalow resting in Cemaes Bay, Anglesey. Open-plan. Child-friendly. Hot tub. Amlwch 5 miles; Holyhead 17 miles. (Ref. 1076049)

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3 nights from €627

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  • 3 Guests
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Luxurious self-contained wing of the owner's home in Cooden Beach. Stunning garden with direct beach access. All ground floor. Patio. WiFi. Superb walking, cycling and touring. Bexhill-on-Sea 2.5 miles. (Ref. 930260)

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3 nights from €487

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  • 5 Guests
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23 Mill Court, a friendly abode located in the village of Ruswarp in North Yorkshire. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Open plan. Near to shop and pub. Whitby 2.1 miles; Robin Hood's Bay 6.6 miles. (Ref. 1154525)

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3 nights from €422

  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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Driftwood Cottage is a stunning holiday home in Baycliff near Ulverston, Lancashire. Pets welcome. Woodburning stove. Easy access to the Lake District. Ulverston 4.9 miles; Lake District National Park 8.2 miles; Lake Windermere 14 miles. (Ref. 1160332)

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3 nights from €1047

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  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
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A well-appointed, detached holiday home resting in Kirkcolm, Dumfries and Galloway. Sea-views. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities. Stranraer 5.9 miles; Portpatrick 11 miles. (Ref. 1108165)

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3 nights from €942

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  • 7 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
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A fantastic three-storey, semi-detached house sitting in Llandudno, North Wales. Near the beach and coast. Near a railway station. Off-road parking. Conwy 4.1 miles; Colwyn Bay 6 miles; Snowdonia 19.7 miles. (Ref. 1097178)

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3 nights from €664

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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A beautifully-presented, contemporary cottage with far-reaching views of the countryside of Dunstan near Craster, Northumberland. Garden. Woodburning stove. Great views. Embleton 2.2 miles; Alnwick 6.9 miles; Warkworth 11.3 miles. (Ref. 1136895)

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3 nights from €767

  • 9 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
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Malthouse Farm is a stunning farmhouse located in the town of Heacham in Norfolk. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Close to local amenities. Near the coast. Hunstanton 3 miles; Fakenham 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1159605)

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3 nights from €1464

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  • 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 €451

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  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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This contemporary cottage rests in the popular village of Turnberry, South Ayrshire. Sea views. Walking distance to Turnburry golf courses. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Girvan 5.2 miles; Ayr 15.4 miles. (Ref. 944044)

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3 nights from €816

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

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Bryn Cae is a contemporary, three-bedroom home resting in Penrhynside near Penrhyn Bay, Conwy. Sea views. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Near amenities. Llandudno 2.7 miles; Colwyn Bay 3.6 miles; Deganwy 3.9 miles; Rhyl 13.7 miles. (Ref. 1078004)

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3 nights from €653

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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