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Cosy accommodation with a sea view for a solo winter short break

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FormerlySpeckledyHen · 11/10/2026 16:02

I fancy a few days away in the winter and must have a sea view. In Dorset, Cornwall or Devon.
Must be cosy with a great sea view, so a cabin ,small cottage or apartment.

Any suggestions of specific accommodation or where best to look?
Thank you.

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NattyKnitter116 · 11/10/2026 16:27

What’s your budget?

FormerlySpeckledyHen · 11/10/2026 17:25

Generous for the right place @NattyKnitter116

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SourdoughSally · 11/10/2026 17:36

Brixham in Devon has some cracking harbour and sea views

RandomUsernameHere · 11/10/2026 17:41

The Headland Hotel or the Woolacombe Bay Hotel. The Headland has cottages and Woolacombe has self-contained apartments, in addition to the main hotels (although I’ve only stayed in the main hotel at both). Would recommend based on that though.

NattyKnitter116 · 11/10/2026 20:38

FormerlySpeckledyHen · 11/10/2026 17:25

Generous for the right place @NattyKnitter116

Actually I’ve just re read and realised it has to be much further west and cosy cottage vibe. Place I was thinking of is West Sussex, very private and secure, and directly facing the Beach but it’s modern in style. Not a cosy vibe. Cracking views of IoW though and lots of walks, not isolated though. DM me if you want details.

rightoguvnor · 11/10/2026 20:59

Grandad’s Net Loft or The Crows Nest in Porthleven

FormerlySpeckledyHen · 11/10/2026 21:59

rightoguvnor · 11/10/2026 20:59

Grandad’s Net Loft or The Crows Nest in Porthleven

Both look great- thank you.

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autumnalannie · 11/10/2026 22:09

There are some apartments as you go onto the beach at Croyde, amazing view of the sea. I think booked through holidaycottages.com

jeaux90 · 15/10/2026 06:37

Have a look at boutique retreats they have a filter for cottages with sea view and walking distance to a pub etc

Bobbykins · 16/10/2026 16:47

I know it’s not Devon but Kingsdown in Kent is on the beach and has lovely fisherman’s cottages. A good pub too.

Saunton Sands hotel in Devon has amazing beach views.

FormerlySpeckledyHen · 17/10/2026 12:48

jeaux90 · 15/10/2026 06:37

Have a look at boutique retreats they have a filter for cottages with sea view and walking distance to a pub etc

Thank you so much for recommending this site @jeaux90 . I’ve found the perfect place 👏

And thank you to everyone else, some great recommendations all round.

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jeaux90 · 24/10/2026 09:49

@FormerlySpeckledyHen fantastic news so glad it was helpful! Hope you have a lovely time.

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