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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 £404

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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 £1426

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A welcoming static caravan sitting in Llanfairynghornwy near Llanfechell, Anglesey. Off-road parking. Open-plan. Ground-floor living. Close to beach. Cemaes Bay 5.1 miles; Holyhead 12.9 miles. (Ref. 1111857)

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3 nights from £252

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A beautiful end-terrace house resting in Dartmouth, Devon. Enclosed patio. WiFi. Smart TVs. Master with en-suite. Child-friendly. Totnes 14 miles. (Ref. 1085808)

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3 nights from £440

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Superb, detached coastal cottage on the stunning Solway Firth in Bowness-on-Solway. Breathtaking views. WiFi. Underfloor heating. Direct access to the sea. Pub 2 mins walk. Carlisle 13.5 miles. (Ref. 911744)

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3 nights from £408

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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

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Time and Tide Apartment 25 is a delightful, third-floor apartment situated near Whitby Beach in Whitby, North Yorkshire, with Juliet balcony and Smart TV. Robin Hood's Bay 5.8 miles; Scarborough 19.8 miles; Pickering 20.6 miles; Guisborough 21.5 miles. (Ref. 999774)

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Ultimate luxury home stay 10 minute drive from a sandy beach. Pets welcome. Wood burner. Patio with garden furniture. Two boutique en-suite bathrooms. WiFi. Falmouth 6 miles. (Ref. 966635)

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3 nights from £611

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Beautifully presented chapel conversion located in the quiet town of Bagillt, with views of the Dee Estuary, in North Wales. Sauna. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Holywell 2.9 miles. (Ref. 992708)

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3 nights from £325

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This private cottage is a perfect romantic retreat in Kirkbean near New Abbey, Scotland. Woodburning stove. WiFi. New Abbey 4.5 miles; Dumfries 11.7 miles; Castle Douglas 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1027035)

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3 nights from £340

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A fabulous, first-floor apartment perched on the coast in Port Isaac, Cornwall. Sea views. Near the beach. Garage parking. Polzeath 6.7 miles; Padstow 16.1 miles (Ref. 1080691)

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3 nights from £492

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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 £1136

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A picturesque semi-detached house resting in the village of Powfoot, near Annan, in Dumfries and Galloway. WiFi. Sea views. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Dumfries 14.4 miles; Carlisle 22.9 miles. (Ref. 1036627)

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3 nights from £511

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A stunning, first floor granary barn conversion, on a working dairy farm, near the centre of Valley, Isle of Anglesey. Luxury accommodation. Woodburner. WiFi. Trearddur Bay 4 miles. (Ref. 983383)

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3 nights from £367

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A beautifully presented, second floor apartment set in the middle of Whitby in North Yorkshire. Harbour views. Open plan accommodation. Harbour 4 mins walk. Robin Hood's Bay 6 miles. (Ref. 941000)

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3 nights from £309

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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 £350

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Beautifully converted barn, located in the coastal village of Happisburgh in East Anglia. Enclosed garden. Open-plan living. Pet-friendly. Designated parking. Shop and pub 10 mins walk. (Ref. 998185)

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3 nights from £347

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Ptarmigan is a family-friendly terraced home with sea views and off-road parking, located in the coastal village of Garlieston in Dumfries and Galloway. Wigtown 8 miles; Newton Stewart 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1159924)

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3 nights from £391

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Balog Farm is a wonderfully-designed, detached abode situated in Llaneilian enjoying the tranquil sea views of Anglesey. Smart TV. Ground floor living. Bull Bay 4 miles; Cemaes 7.7 miles; Holyhead 22 miles; Llangefni 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1066803)

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3 nights from £772

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A lovely holiday lodge on Heritage Park holiday site in Stepaside, South Pembrokeshire. Open-plan living area. Veranda to front and side with furniture. Kilgetty 1.6 miles; Saundersfoot 2.7 miles; Tenby 6 miles. (Ref. 1051546)

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3 nights from £575

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