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.
4,792 properties found
Pevensey, South of England
10 4 2 Yes
Wake up to the sound of crashing waves and step outside straight onto the private beach in this Sussex coastal property. If you’re a group of ocean enthusiasts, this cheerful beach house will be a dream come true to mark any special occasion. During your stay, it’s unlikely you’ll feel the need to venture out into the surrounding areas, but if you do, you’ll discover the nearby South Downs National Park (6.5 miles) and the buzzing town of Eastbourne (6 miles). Enter the property through a convenient utility room where you can take off your shoes and towel down wet dogs who have been playing in the sea. Continue into the hallway, where you’ll find a WC on the way to the kitchen and open-plan living space. The kitchen is traditional and neutral-toned with plenty of surface space for preparing a hearty meal for your guests. Gather for a meal in the dining room around the light, Scandinavian-style table and chairs which seats up to 12 and benefits from sea views. The lounge is a colourful space with comfortable sofas surrounding a crackling wood burner and Smart TV. There is another separate seating area with ocean views and an area with games and crafts to keep little ones busy. Just off the main living space is a summer room with an additional table and chairs, which is ideal for an evening drink or to enjoy breakfast. Upstairs on the first floor are three bedrooms – a king-size with sea views, a single with an additional trundle bed and a balcony with seating, and a bunk bedroom with a single bed above a double. There is also a family bathroom on this floor. Access to the stairs that lead to the fourth bedroom are through the bunk bedroom. In this final bedroom, there is a double and single bed plus an en-suite shower room. Outside, you’ll find comfortable seating, a BBQ and a trampoline. The beach is just at the end of the garden.
Weekly prices from £1,487.00
Southampton, South of England
10 5 3 Yes
Sleeping ten people over five rooms, this spacious property is a nature lover’s paradise, boasting direct access to the banks of the River Hamble and surrounded by the beautiful Hampshire countryside. With a hot tub, games room and an indoor bar as well as kayaking, paddleboarding and fishing possible on the river, there is something for everyone at this wonderful holiday home. Take a private road and a shared driveway to this striking detached property. The sense of light and space will hit you as soon as you enter, with expansive rooms finished in pleasing neutral tones. Discover plenty of places to relax and unwind, be it on the living room’s huge corner sofa or in the games room, complete with a computer console, multi-use gaming table and even its own bar. The kitchen/diner is a sociable spot to share a meal with loved ones whilst you plan the next day’s activities gathered around the dining table. Alternatively, head outside on a warm evening and dine alfresco in the expansive grounds. There is a delightful patio immediately to the rear with a hot tub, built-in charcoal BBQ and garden furniture. A lawn leads from here to the bordering woodland, which you can walk through to reach the private riverbank and marshland. A fully enclosed dog-walking paddock is shared with the neighbouring property and has pathways cut into the grass towards a central oak tree providing a lovely shady spot to sit and relax. At the end of the day, climb the stairs to be greeted by two double bedrooms with elegant en-suite shower rooms, two twin rooms and a king room, all beautifully furnished and promising a good night’s sleep in this peaceful location. A wonderful bathroom completes this fantastic retreat.
Weekly prices from £2,393.00
Askam-in-furness, The Lake District and Cumbria
10 5 4 Yes
Gaze out towards the Cumbrian coast from this impressive, group holiday home situated on the fringes of Askam-in-Furness on the northern coast of the Furness Peninsula. Sleeping ten guests, the five-bedroom retreat is ideal for a large family getaway or would suit couples eager to escape the hustle and bustle of their daily lives together. Just over 0.5 miles from the beach, where you can fish, paddle and pick up the 180-mile Cumbria Coastal Way, the property is also just 5.5 miles from the Lake District National Park, with its dramatic scenery and many beauty spots. Return from your group adventures to soak up the evening sunshine along with the views or to bask beside a crackling wood burner. Make your way into this characterful, coastal property to wander through bright, airy accommodation and relax together in cosy rooms. Members of your party might like to light the wood burner in the snug/diner and find a film to watch on the Smart TV. Another relaxation space a little further on also has a wood burner to unwind beside, while the conservatory is a light-filled space where others can enjoy a quiet cup of tea or a hand of cards at the table. The kitchen, with its Aga, is a welcoming and well-equipped room for whipping up group dinners. Also downstairs is a family shower room. Make your way up to the first floor to discover the main lounge, where you can find your favourite programme on another TV, open the door to the patio to take in the views, or pick out a tune on the grand piano. Follow two staircases up to the bedrooms. These include three doubles, one with an en-suite shower room, and two king-size, one with an en-suite bathroom. There is also another family shower room. Dine outside in the shared courtyard or have a glass of wine on your private patio as the sun goes down over the sea. There is off-road parking for one car at the house and additional roadside space, subject to availability.
Weekly prices from £1,308.00
Aberdovey, Snowdonia and North Wales
10 5 3 Yes
Luxurious living awaits at this stunning home in Aberdovey, Wales. Families or groups of ten friends will love soaking up the far-reaching views over Cardigan Bay and relaxing in the hot tub on the sun terrace. Perfect for large groups to celebrate a special occasion in idyllic surroundings. Accessed via an external flight of stairs, you will head inside to the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner which has bi-fold doors boasting compelling coastal views. This bright and airy space has been equipped with plenty of mod cons and thoughtful furnishings. Relax on the sofa in front of the warming wood burner and flick on the Smart TV or dine together around the dining table on the tasty meals cooked up in the practical kitchen. A useful utility room provides laundry facilities if you need them on your trip. A shower room and super-king-size bedroom complete the ground floor, while upstairs are a further four bedrooms, three are also super-king-size, and finally, a room containing three bunk beds. The upstairs bedrooms share access to both a bathroom and a shower room. Outside, a lovely wraparound balcony has plenty of seating for al fresco dining while admiring the views, or you can soak away the day in the bubbling hot tub. The lovely seaside village of Aberdovey has plenty of friendly pubs, eateries and independent shops to explore, as well as a fantastic sandy beach. Set on the River Dyfis estuary, you can try out water sports like windsurfing, paddleboarding and canoeing. If you prefer keeping your toes dry, head into Snowdonia National Park (10 miles) and visit the intriguing caves at King Arthurs Labyrinth (15 miles).
Weekly prices from £1,902.00
Bideford, Devon
10 5 4 Yes
This stunning and expansive property is an absolute delight. Finished to a very high standard and with plenty of unique finishing touches that make it a truly memorable place. The interiors are spacious and beautiful and sleeping ten guests, it’s ideal for large family get-togethers or reunions with friends. Located on the edge of the pretty fishing village of Appledore with its eateries, shops and galleries, its location is hard to beat too making it the perfect base for a coastal adventure. Inside this gorgeous property, you’ll find an impressive open-plan living space with fantastic sea views as well as a Smart TV and wood burner in the lounge area, when it comes time to snuggle down for the evening. Bi-fold doors allow the light to stream in and lead out to the decking beyond and there are plenty of places to sit and eat or relax making this the ultimate social hub of the house. From the lounge, you’ll also find a ‘hidden’ staircase leading to a snug in the eaves. There’s another TV here as well as an amazing picture window offering panoramic sea views. The property’s garage also provides storage space, a utility area and houses a pool table and dart board for added entertainment. The home’s five bedrooms are all equally beautiful and have either sea or garden views. Three of the bedrooms on the ground floor - a king with an en-suite, a twin and a double. The ground floor is completed with a stylish family bathroom. Upstairs, the master has a super-king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom. The final bedroom has a king-size and an en-suite. A nursery with a cot adjoins the master suite. Outside, the garden is tiered and enclosed. It has a pretty patio with plenty of seating to enjoy the view. The village of Appledore has everything you should need within close proximity. And in the summer you can catch the foot ferry to Instow which has a beautiful sandy beach and more pubs and shops. For walkers, the South West Coast Path is a must, offering mile upon mile of lovely walks. You’re also just 2.5 miles from the vibrant seaside village of Westward Ho! with its sandy beach, iconic pebble ridge and sea pool.
Weekly prices from £1,496.00
Watergate Bay, Cornwall
10 4 4 1
This architecturally designed beach house is just minutes from the coast and features sweeping views across Watergate Bay
Weekly prices from £1,950.00
Newquay, Cornwall
10 5 3 2
An exceptional property on the Pentire Peninsula with a plunge pool, hot tub and private access to the estuary
Weekly prices from £2,270.00
Praa Sands, Cornwall
10 4 6 2
A sensational beach house just metres from Praa Sands Beach in Cornwall
Weekly prices from £4,550.00
Slapton, Devon
10 5 5 2
This brand new home perched in a beautiful spot overlooking the South Hams coast, proves that reconnecting with nature doesn’t mean you have to rough it
Weekly prices from £6,165.00