Coastal cottages in Devon

Exterior at night of The Mill Cottage, Plymouth — Wembury Mill Cottage, an old mill conversion on the edge of Wembury Beach with the coast path going by, sleeps four, Devon | © National Trust / Mike Henton

From surfing to walking the South West Coast Path, there's lots to enjoy on a coastal holiday in Devon. Choose from a range of places to stay, including clifftop apartments and beachside cottages.

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The exterior of The Lighthouse Keepers' Cottage, Lynton, Devon

Foreland Lighthouse Keepers' Cottage

A dramatic cliff-edge cottage built behind a lighthouse which still works today.

West Challacombe Manor and West Challacombe Cottage next door, with their shared garden in front, Devon

Neighbouring cottages for up to nine guests

West Challacombe Manor and Cottage are near the South West Coast Path on the edge of Exmoor.

The first double bedroom at The Slipway, Croyde, Devon

For surfing at Croyde

The Slipway is a modern apartment above the National Trust café on the beach at Croyde.

Exterior view of Wembury Mill Cottage, Devon

For rockpools

Wembury Mill Cottage is an old mill conversion by the marine centre on the edge of the beach at Wembury, home to some of the country's best rockpools.

Rugged coastline and the South West Coast Path meets traditional English countryside, Dartmoor and Exmoor in Devon. You can find waterfalls, historic estates, seaside fun and subtropical gardens on your stay.

Cloud Farmhouse, Carver Cottage and Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon

Dorset

Find coast and countryside in Dorset. Follow in the footsteps of Jurassic giants and ramble around the rolling hills.

Cornwall

For craggy coves, traditional fishing villages and aquamarine waters, visit Cornwall.

Lighthouses and lookouts

From an old radar station to former officer's quarters and coastguard cottages, we have a great selection of quirky coastal stays. Image: The Lieutenant's Quarter, Cornwall