We are hoping to get away for a week in May (before half term). Two families, self catering, need 4 bedrooms minimum. We want to be walking distance to a beach, and in a town/village with a choice of more than 1 pub and shop. We have 2 three year olds and 2 babies. My first suggestion St Ives was vetoed (too far) as was my second Broadstairs (too close). Any suggestions of somewhere similar to go? Or even fabulous houses to rent? We're in London to give a sense of distance.