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Featured Cottages in Devon

Northam, Devon, England
Northam Holiday Retreat
Sleeps 20
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Pet Friendly
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Large Group
From £4,474 per week
Ilfracombe, Devon, England
Ilfracombe Getaway
Sleeps 4
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Pet Friendly
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Beachfront
From £585 per week
Higher Clovelly, Devon, England
Higher Clovelly Coastal Property
Sleeps 2
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No Pets
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Parking
From £481 per week
Croyde, Devon, England
Fabulous Croyde Getaway
Sleeps 6
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No Pets
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Beachfront
From £815 per week
East Portlemouth, Devon, England
Little Haven East Portlemouth
Sleeps 6
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No Pets
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Parking
From £796 per week
Westward Ho!, Devon, England
Westward Ho Coastal Retreat
Sleeps 6
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Pet Friendly
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Parking
From £1,138 per week
Higher Clovelly, Devon, England
Lovely Higher Clovelly Retreat
Sleeps 8
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Pet Friendly
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Large Group
From £900 per week
Northam, Devon, England
Lovely Northam Retreat
Sleeps 4
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Pet Friendly
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Parking
From £414 per week
Ilfracombe, Devon, England
Ilfracombe Escape
Sleeps 6
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Pet Friendly
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Beachfront
From £687 per week
Brixham, Devon, England
Superb Brixham Retreat
Sleeps 6
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Pet Friendly
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Beachfront
From £561 per week
Dartmouth, Devon, England
Stone’s Throw
Sleeps 6
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No Pets
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Parking
From £695 per week
Salcombe, Devon, England
Fuchsia Cottage, Salcombe
Sleeps 4
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No Pets
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Parking
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Find Devon Coastal Cottages for Rent

Devon in South West England is home to a fabulous array of sandy beaches, some perfect for surfers, many ideal for families with children. From Croyde and Woolacombe in the North to Paignton and Salcombe in the South, the sheer quality and number of self-catering holiday cottages in Devon will astound you. From large pet friendly cottages with sea views to quaint one bed apartments with direct beach access, Devon is the ideal location for self-catering coastal holidays.

 

Types of Devon Cottages by the Sea

Many of these Devon cottages by the sea are just a short walk to the beachfront with many enjoying uninterrupted sea views. They make the perfect base for exploring a range of beaches, enjoying water sports (especially surfing) or just chilling out with your friends, family or partner. Use the search filter to choose dog friendly cottages or group accommodation and if you’re looking for holiday lodges with hot tubs, then we’ve got you covered. Bookings can be made direct with the property manager online or by email with the owner direct for owner managed properties.

 

Visit Places of Interest in Devon

Devon is actually famous for a number of things including being home to the oldest working steam engine in the world (Dartmouth), the longest standing bakery in the world (Plymouth) and also the first place to breed the Jack Russell! If you are planning a trip to Devonshire (as it’s sometimes called) be sure to check out the Visit Devon website for a great roundup of things to do and places to see. So whether it’s the spectacular coastline, the amazing beaches or the many places of interest worth visiting, enjoy staying in one of the Devon cottages by the sea listed on Beach Stays. Popular locations include Westward Ho, Salcombe, Brixham and Ilfracombe.

Devon Holiday Ideas

Beachfront cottage with sea views

Beachfront

Stay just steps from the sand in Devon. Explore cosy cottages close to the beachfront for your next seaside break.
Large group of friends on the beach

Large Group

Planning a coastal escape in Devon with friends or family? Explore spacious cottages by the sea for large group getaways.
Hot tub cottage with wonderful sea views

Hot Tub

Unwind in a hot tub with sea views. Browse our coastal cottages with hot tubs in Devon for the ultimate beachside retreat.
Energetic pup on a dog friendly beach

Pet Friendly

Discover pet friendly cottages by the sea in Devon, perfect for coastal walks and salty-air adventures with your four-legged friend.

Things to do in Devon

Surfers at Croyde Bay, North Devon
Surfers at Croyde Bay, North Devon.
The Sea Tractor at Burgh Island, Devon.
The Sea Tractor at Burgh Island, Devon.
Sailboat by the sea in Torquay
Sailboat by the sea in Torquay.
SCUBA diving in Ilfracombe, North Devon
SCUBA diving in Ilfracombe, Devon.
Coastal path near Hartland in North Devon
North Devon coastal path by the sea.

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