Take a look at our collection of self-catering holiday homes with good views where you can watch the world go by from the comfort of your home-from-home. Love a sea view? We have coastal holiday homes overlooking dramatic seascapes, rugged cliffs and sandy bays. Or imagine waking up each morning to marvel at views of an historic castle, picturesque village, beautiful garden or rolling countryside as far as the eye can see.
With great views like these, you may never want to leave your UK holiday cottage! Plus, dogs are always welcome.
4,673 properties found
Bideford, Devon
6 3 2 Yes
Offering glorious sunset views over the ocean and across Bideford Bay, this sweet courtyard cottage is only a mile away from the amazing stretch of sands at Westwood Ho! The only town in Britain with an exclamation mark in its name, it’s the perfect place for a traditional family holiday beside the sea. Grab a coffee and head to the elevated balcony in the morning to watch the sun come up in warmer months or take in the view through the French doors when temperatures drop. Accessed via an external set of stairs, you will arrive at a welcoming open-plan living area where, in cooler months, you can gather around the warming wood burner effect electric fire. A double en-suite bedroom is also on this floor, perfect for guests who would prefer to not have a second set of stairs to climb. Open-sided stairs lead down to the ground floor kitchen and dining area where you can gather round for a meal together. It’s also the perfect place to prepare some pre-dinner drinks to take up to the balcony, ready to soak up those inspiring sea views. Head down to the 2-mile stretch of sands at Westwood Ho! with its traditional seaside shops and fish and chip restaurants. Just behind the beach, you will find interesting walks at Northam Burrows Country Park where you can meet the local wildlife amongst the sand dunes and saltmarshes. The pretty harbour village of Appledore is just under 2 miles from the property and is a perfect spot to sit with an ice cream, watching the boats passing by or you can catch the ferry across to Instow with its great selection of bars and restaurants.
Weekly prices from £477.00
Bude, Cornwall
6 3 2 Yes
This beautifully renovated two-storey cottage is perfect for families or friends looking for a restful holiday in Cornwall. The Cornish coast and the ever-popular Bude are only 2 miles away. Bude has three gorgeous sandy beaches that are great for surfing, so bring your water sports equipment and bucket and spades for traditional seaside fun. If paddleboarding is more your style, then head to the canal for a day on the water. As you step into this inviting property, you enter a welcoming downstairs hallway with doors leading to an open-plan living area. This spacious lounge/kitchen/diner is perfect for unwinding and socialising. Relax on the plush sofas, pop a log on the wood burner, and catch up on your favourite box set on the Smart TV. Triple-aspect windows allow natural light to flood in. The dining area adjacent to large glass doors offers a delightful spot to enjoy meals while soaking in the view. A contemporary kitchen with everything you need makes meal preparation a breeze. You’ll also find a super-king-size bedroom (which can be arranged as a twin on request) and a shower room on this floor. Upstairs along the landing, youll find a king-size and a twin bedroom and the family bathroom, all in the eaves with gorgeous, exposed timber beams. Outside, relax in a pristine courtyard garden and terrace with garden furniture. Sit back and relax with a morning coffee or dine alfresco on the decking in fine weather. Guests also have access to green spaces adjoining the courtyard and private parking for two cars. Beach lovers can spend the day discovering Widemouth Bay (5.5 miles), a wild and atmospheric spot, where you can find the perfect place for a picnic surrounded by beautiful coastline views. Further afield, enjoy The Milky Way Adventure Park (14.5 miles), great for kids looking for a day away from the beach. Delve into Cornish legends at the ever-popular Tintagel (20 miles) and Boscastle (16 miles). Walkers can join the South West Coast Path at Bude for pretty walks along breathtaking coastal scenery.
Weekly prices from £683.00
Bala, Snowdonia and North Wales
6 3 1 Yes
Relax and recharge at this charming house in a peaceful setting on the Lliw River in Eryri/Snowdonia. It’s perfect for friends or family and your canine companions as it has a large, enclosed garden with a BBQ, a games room, and plenty of space to chill out and enjoy your surroundings. The house is near Bala town and lake, and there is lots of great mountain biking and walking nearby. You’ll find traditional features, stylish interiors and creature comforts throughout the house, including in the gorgeous lounge, with its wooden floor and beams, a cosy wood burner and a Smart TV for evenings in, and French doors to the outside. Through the lounge is the lovely, light conservatory which overlooks the garden. The slate-floored kitchen/diner has everything you need to prepare tasty fare and enjoy memorable meals together, and there’s a utility/boot room for doing laundry and storing your outdoor gear, which also has a WC. For some fun, head to the covered games room for a table tennis or table football match. Head upstairs to bed in the three bedrooms with gorgeous views: a pretty double with great storage, a gorgeous king-size room, and a bunk room, along with the family bathroom. On warm evenings, fire up the BBQ, dine alfresco and soak up the views in the large riverside garden. Pop into Bala (4.5 miles) to sample the cafes, pubs and shops, and head to Bala Lake to go swimming, walk its perimeter and have a go at canoeing, paddleboarding and boating. For thrill-seekers, head to the National White Water Centre for rafting, kayaking, canoeing and canyoning adventures. Take your bike to the mountain bike trail centre at Coed y Brenin (8 miles) to enjoy the trails and explore the beautiful mountains of Eryri/Snowdonia on foot or by bike.
Weekly prices from £686.00
Tenby, Mid Wales
6 3 1 Yes
This fabulous apartment enjoys a central location in Tenby, set within its famous town walls. Sleeping six guests, it’s a great holiday home for families and groups of friends seeking a stylish base from which to explore the beautiful Pembrokeshire coastline. You’ll be within easy reach of the town’s iconic, sandy beaches, including Castle Beach which is just 200 metres away. Nearby family attractions include Manor Wildlife Park and The Dinosaur Park, both within 3.5 miles. A shared staircase leads to the bright, first-floor apartment. Inside, the property has a contemporary feel, with vibrant paintwork, statement fixtures and fittings, and a collection of chic artwork and accessories. After a day at the beach, relax in the spacious lounge on the comfortable L-shaped sofa to watch the Smart TV or chat about your day. Come together for memorable mealtimes in the light and airy kitchen/diner, where you’ll find everything needed to rustle up hearty breakfasts and tasty feasts. When day turns to night, choose from the inviting king-size bedroom or one of the two interconnecting bedrooms. A contemporary shower room completes the apartment. There is no outside space, but with a sandy beach just 200 metres from the property, you’ll have ample space to stretch your legs and enjoy the fresh, sea air. Tenby is a bustling seaside town with a colourful harbour and four beautiful, family-friendly beaches. The town has an excellent selection of pubs, restaurants, and coffee shops, and during summer months much of Tenby becomes traffic free, creating a real cafe culture. From the harbour, you can hop on a boat to visit the magical island of Caldey or join one of the seasonal fishing trips. For keen walkers, the Pembrokeshire Coast Path passes through the town.
Weekly prices from £534.00
Polruan, Cornwall
6 3 2 Yes
Sized for larger families, this comfortable holiday property is handy for all the amenities of the pretty village of Polruan and has easy access to ferries across the beautiful river, to Fowey. Relax into the slower pace of life and take time to watch the boats glide by. With generous living space and a small private garden, its perfect for family time with day trips along the South Cornish coast and a choice of local beaches. A charming slate-terraced private garden with a paved seating area is your hideaway for leisurely breakfasts, sunny lunches or evening drinks, or indoors in the cosy upstairs sitting room you can get closer to the amazing views with a proper telescope - you may catch the spectacle of a large ship in the harbour, seemingly with only inches to spare! The large kitchen/dining room makes every family mealtime a social occasion and overall the decor is brimming with brightness and comfort with traditional cottage style fabrics and natural materials. West Street runs along the waterfront and youre within 100 metres of the ferry Quay, its neighbouring inn and the village beach with cafes and shops. The much-loved Polperro Heritage Coast offers stunning walks along the South West Coast Path and there are links right from your door. A ferry trip to Fowey is a must for wider shopping and dining choices, art galleries and regular cultural events. In Fowey, you can arrange guided kayak trips amid the natural peace of the upper tidal river. Visit Charlestowns historic harbour, 18 miles away.
Weekly prices from £566.00
Polruan, Cornwall
6 3 3 Yes
This spacious, comfortable detached home, in Polruan on the beautiful River Fowey in South Cornwall, has wonderful views, a private garden, a two-level patio seating area and parking for two cars. For a hassle-free holiday, plenty of space for larger families, and two villages for the price of one, look no further. Polruan and Fowey are on the Polperro Heritage Coast section of the South West Coast Path, so walks have inspiring views of cliff and cove, and you are well placed for beach days or day trips. The house has an elevated position and the large windows make the most of views over the lush, well-planted gardens, across to Fowey and upriver to Bodinnick. Inside its all about light and space, with marine colour splashed fabrics and coastal paintings. The generous open-plan living/dining area opens via wide doors to a private patio ideal for a sunny evening BBQ or al fresco lunch. Enjoy the peace and get into holiday mode as you watch the boat traffic and plan your next expedition. Within 250 metres you have shops, cafes, a friendly pub and the village beach. The Fowey ferry leaves from The Quay for wider shopping and dining choices, several art galleries and local beaches. There are many delightful walks around the harbour, or for a different viewpoint try guided kayaking on the wildlife-rich upper river or a mackerel fishing trip. Further afield, quaint Polperro village is 6 miles by car or roughly a three-hour walk along the South West Coast Path.
Weekly prices from £667.00
Bideford, Devon
6 3 2 Yes
Enjoying an unrivalled position on the breathtaking Torridge Estuary, this outstanding Grade II listed property is one of the oldest buildings in the popular village of Appledore and has been imaginatively restored to make it a fantastic base for a superb family holiday. This elegant cottage offers glorious uninterrupted river views from almost every room and is centrally located for enjoying Appledore’s excellent variety of pubs, restaurants and chip shops. It is perfect for discovering the area’s many glorious beaches, picturesque villages and wonderful costal walks. This light, welcoming and cosy cottage has been imaginatively redeveloped to provide relaxing and comfortable holiday accommodation for up to six guests. The property is full of character and has been tastefully decorated and furnished throughout. The pretty lounge offers an ideal space to relax in, and enjoys wonderful views, as does the stylish dining room. There’s also a charming kitchen and three comfortable bedrooms, all with fabulous views. Please note the twin bedroom, which occupies the second floor, has sloping ceilings and is approached via a steep cottage-style staircase. The cottage also features a delightful balcony and a beautiful patio area overlooking the water. The idyllic village of Appledore is famous for its colourful fishermen’s cottages and narrow streets, and for its shipbuilding heritage, which is explored in the village’s North Devon Maritime Museum. Within a couple of miles of the village are the Northam Burrows Country Park and the popular Victorian seaside resort of Westward Ho! with its miles of sandy beach. You can also catch a foot ferry to visit the pretty town of Instow, or take a boat trip from Bideford to the glorious island of Lundy.
Weekly prices from £823.00
Bideford, Devon
6 3 2 Yes
Gaze out at the beautiful estuary from this attractive, three-bedroom property in charming Appledore. Set at the heart of the pretty fishing village, which sits at the mouths of the rivers Taw and Torridge in North Devon, it is surrounded by colourful shops, restaurants and galleries, and is just a stroll from the quay. Sleeping six guests, the three-storey house is only 3 miles from historic Bideford and the same distance from Westward Ho! Return from exciting days out to relax at this airy property. Enter at second floor level, where two of your bedrooms and a family bathroom are situated. Head down to the first floor to find your open-plan kitchen/diner/lounge, where doors on to a Juliet balcony can be thrown open to bring in a summer breeze. Prepare holiday feasts in here, dine at the table together or unwind in front of the TV or a DVD. The ground floor is where the master bedroom, with its comfortable seating space, TV, dressing area and en-suite shower room, can be found. From here, step out on to the patio to take in the seaside air. The garden, also accessed from the ground floor, is the perfect place to sit on warm evenings, with a glass of wine. Spend sunny days on the beach at Westward Ho! and if the weather turns, visit the North Devon Maritime Museum which showcases the shipbuilding and seafaring history of the area. When the weather is fine, hike through the Northam Burrows Country Park, approximately 0.5 miles away. Take one four-legged friend with you to this holiday home if you wish and stretch their legs with a 3-mile coastal walk to Westward Ho!
Weekly prices from £503.00
Wells-next-the-sea, East Anglia
6 3 2 Yes
Sitting in an enviable location in the heart of the popular seaside town of Wells-next-the-Sea, this beautifully styled holiday cottage has fantastic countryside views which lead out to the coast. Seamlessly blending traditional features such as exposed brick walls with modern updates in the open-plan living space, you’ll feel at home from the moment you step through the door. What’s more, your local beach can be found less than 2 miles away lined with colourful beach huts along the vast sandy shore. The open-plan living area is a great social space with beautiful wood flooring, an exposed brick wall and light pouring in through the patio doors. Sink into one of the two large leather sofas, or one of the armchairs to relax and make the most of the pretty garden views. In the centre of the room is a fantastic feature fireplace alongside the dining table which seats six and has a selection of beautiful artworks of the local area to admire. At the end of the room is the cosy country-style kitchen which is small but perfectly formed to ensure you have everything you need to cook during your stay. There are three bedrooms with the master bedroom benefitting from a king-size bed, an en-suite shower, as well as lovely views across the fields to the sea. The stylish second bedroom also has fantastic views through the large picture window and is furnished with a king-size bed for comfort. In addition, the twin room (with a pull-out bed) is great for children. Outside, the fully enclosed garden has a wonderful sun deck, where you can relax and soak up the views. For a spot of history, pay a visit to Holkham Hall where you can explore the estate’s interiors and gorgeous gardens before stopping off at the tearoom for a tasty treat. Nearby Burnham Market (6 miles) is a charming place to visit for a spot of shopping and dining with awe-inspiring architecture and a friendly local feel. To explore more of the coast, head to Hunstanton (17 miles) and you can make the most of the beach, or head off for an invigorating adventure along the Norfolk Coast Path drinking in the panoramic viewpoints.
Weekly prices from £632.00