Beach Retreats

Bracing walks, a wonderful coral beach, super restaurants nearby, boating and fishing too. Return to a private beautiful space to snuggle

A super sumptuous hotel high above Étretat - colourful themed rooms, mellow conservatory, snug library, blue pool and fine dining restaurant

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

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 converted chapel - cosy and creative - right on the beach. Wander the Cornish coast, explore small towns and retreat from the everyday

A Napoleonic villa full of warmth and charm, with a Slow Food ethos and views that reach to the Adriatic - the sea is under a mile!

An attractive, seaside hotel with an airy, contemporary feel – chic interiors, a couple of restaurants and big sea views wait

Find sophistication, serenity and charm. Stroll along the estuary; feast on oysters, crabs and sea snails; marvel at the magical skies

Chic beach pad with excellent food, a New England feel and stylish bedrooms - Camber Sands is across the road, gorgeous Rye is close

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

Two minutes from north Swanage beach and easy walking to Old Harry Rocks, a bright cottage annexe for couples on a private estate

Run by the same family since 1920, an extremely comfortable beach-front hotel with delicious food and sea views from many rooms

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

Stylish, welcoming & perfect for all the family (including the hound) and a great base for exploring glorious Sussex and its coastline

With stunning coastal views and family farm surroundings, these cottages are bright and roomy; plus wood-burning stoves and indoor pool

A garden path down to the beach, and your very own roof terrace if you take the penthouse suite. Stroll into lovely bustling Nerja...

‘Pinch me’ views over Lake Como, your own private beach, Varenna on your doorstep… these chic apartments are in an idyllic spot

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