Beach Retreats

Borrow the bikes, surf the beaches, fly-fish on the river Col – it runs past the house. Bask in beauty and lap up the views

Spot whales, dolphins, seals out of vast picture windows. The Isle of Skye is peaceful, isolated, dotted with castles, lighthouses, wonders

Pretty rooms and a relaxed restaurant overlooking a sparkling Costa Brava cove. Paradise for divers, and coastal walks start from the door

Countryside and seaside all in one go – what could be more inspiring? Lovely Louisa lives down the road, on hand if you need her

A wonderful watery setting for a super family hotel. White sands and sunsets, waddling ducks, breakfasts to relish …

A magical setting for this friendly house and garden with a view-filled terrace and a gate leading straight down to the sandy beach

A renovated bright apartment with lots of space, a hop, skip and jump away from the shingle beach of seaside-jolly Deal

A boutique hotel on the edge of Arcachon Bay. A natural pool, zen gardens, contemporary Eastern-style interiors, and good food await

Private beach, acres of land to explore and a welcome hamper of dreams. Perfect for large groups to explore the scenic Welsh coastline

Climb the candle-dressed marble staircase to dream between lavender-scented sheets in splendid rooms, some with balcony or terrace

Peace and refinement perched over the Gulf of Morbihan with sweeping views, a little spa and just-landed seafood for supper

Escape to the edge of the Atlantic. Find airy rooms and good food served from terraces overlooking the ocean – all with a green conscience

A heavenly inn on Fife’s south coast - the terrace overlooks the beach, lovely food waits within, chic rooms are a steal

The ferry transports you from Trapani and in minutes you’re on the dusty track to the villa, within sniffing distance of the turquoise sea

Stay a while... lulled by lapping sea and fragrant hanging gardens - cool, light, balconied, classic, intimate, unpretentious

Gather the clan and bowl down to this spacious seaside house on Chesil Beach which has been the backdrop for wonderful family holidays since the 1950s

A stroll from pubs and the coastal path, a cosy Cornish nest for two (or three) with a pretty garden and glorious coastal and field views

A welcoming, affordable seafront base for exploring St Malo and northern Brittany with small rooms, good food and a lively atmosphere