March 31, 2022 5 min read

Looking for a short break this Easter? We’ve shortlisted our favourite coastal stays in the UK for next month

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North Cornwall

WATER GATE BAY

OVERVIEW

Set on a spectacular beach in North Cornwall, Watergate Bay Hotel is so close to the sea that you can watch the surfers from the pool. With a dedicated surf school in the bay, year-round events, swim club, a spa and three restaurants, you’ll be among the elements, eating and drinking well whilst having fun! Its the perfect location to go away with friends and family.

    

FOODIE

Eat at The Beach Hut and try speciality sustainable dishes with plant-based menu. Take your time over seasonal produce in Zacry's Restaurant with the best quality meat and fish served with an imaginative twist, or pass the sharing boards in The Living Space, and finish the evening elegantly with cocktail from the extensive bar selection during sundown hour.

 

WHAT TO EXPECT

All rooms have been designed for perfect beach living. From beach lofts with floor to ceiling windows, to standard house doubles and sea-view-suites, no two bedrooms are the same. Open-plan, contemporary suites host baths in the bedroom bay windows for a relaxing ocean view. Family suites with separate bunk rooms are available and designed for families to really relax and feel at home. 

 

WHY WE LOVE IT

The Watergate Bay Hotel is an irresistible combination of dramatic coastline, adrenaline sports, and a  relaxed beach vibe. There is balance in life here, with true modern beach living style. You can be as active or relaxed as you wish at this coastal staycation.

 

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 Devon

HOPE COVE HOUSE

OVERVIEW

A place that invites you to slow down, Hope Cove House is a well-loved family run boutique hotel on the beach, priding itself with a carefree attitude. Perched, overlooking the bay on Inner Hope, this Devon hideaway is nestled between Salcombe and Thurlestone, the village is divided into two parts. Inner Hope and Outer Hope, with three beaches and two pubs.

 

WHAT TO EXPECT

With arguably the best views in town, the house itself has ten bedrooms – including family rooms for three and four, twin and double rooms. Furnished beautifully with fine cotton sheets and Aesop soaps. Interiors are simple yet stylish with a subtle nautical vibe and homely touches. Overall there is a cosy feel accompanied by the wood-burning stove in the main living space.

Here you can switch off, with no televisions, but you won’t need one with the stunning view of the sea surrounding the property. Enjoy mornings in the surf, BBQ lunches and coastal walks before a seafood dinner.

      

FOODIE

Food is a big deal here. The owners are London restaurateurs who moved away to bring up they children with an idyllic rural lifestyle. With the restaurant rapidly becoming a destination of choice for the locals, expect fresh seafood which is landed daily, and alfresco dining on the spacious sun terrace in the warmer months. With a daily changing menu, and impressive wine list, you’ll never get bored.

 

WHY WE LOVE IT

On a Monday the restaurant closes and is transformed into a yoga studio overlooking at sea and with other personal touches, like wellies at the door and wetsuits purposely hanging off surf boards on a wall, you’ll enjoy the care-free personality this stay offers.

 

 

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Devon

BEACH HUTS CARYS ARMS

OVERVIEW

A guilt free hotel stay; designed with sustainability in mind, Beach Huts Carys Arms is a new and unique accommodation with a touch of luxury which sits on the edge of the beach. Boasting wall-to-wall glass doors which fold back onto a sunbathing deck. The Beach Hut exterior is of simplistic design and reminiscent of traditional seaside charm, yet the interior is contemporary and with luxurious hand-crafted furnishings.

 

     

WHAT TO EXPECT

A pared-down elegance with a modern take on coastal colours. Each hut and suite sleeps two, compromising of a terrace, sitting room, wet bar, feature fire, bedroom and elegant bathroom.

The beach huts cannot accommodate extra child bed but cots for infants are available.

 

FOODIE

The best quality local ingredients cooked simply is why the Inn is renowned for its relaxed vibe, freshness and seasonality specials. The special board changes daily reflecting the Devon coast. Expect Lyme Bay lobster, Devon beef and line caught seafood.

 

WHY WE LOVE IT

The perfect viewpoint to give you the maximum chance of catching sight of dolphins visiting the bay!

The lateral design and wide sun-decks Hugging the water’s edge, make the most of the panoramic views across Lyme Bay to Portland Bill along the Jurassic Coast.

 

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Camber West Sussex 

CASA BLANCA BEACH HOUSE 

OVERVIEW

An exquisitely styled New England beachfront home makes for a stunning holiday home. Deceptive in scale, it sits discreetly on the Camber Foreshore. It has been cleverly styled to create the most wonderful space for guests to enjoy, with soft muted tones, natural planters and large corner sofas to  make for the perfect location to while away the hours staring out to sea.

With a large conservatory featuring a hot tub overlooking the beach, Casa Blanca property to enjoy all year round.

     

WHAT TO EXPECT

Sleeping up to 10 guests in four bedrooms, it is the perfect home to celebrate or gather with friends and family for a truly memorable escape.

The master bedrooms and reading room all enjoy access onto the upper terrace – an amazing place to sit and watch the kite surfers fly by.

There is a haven for kids with the four cabin beds (all 3ft wide).  Each bed comes with their own lights and USB plug as well. A PlayStation 5, and 42″ smart TV will keep the younger ones entertained and chilled.

  

FOODIE

The outdoor living is just as stylish as the inside; with a dining area, a built-in BBQ and a Pizza oven you can enjoy eating alfresco whilst enjoying the breath-taking scenery. With the local farm shop open everyday and plenty of local fisheries with a selection served straight from their boats, you wont need to eat out although Rye is not short of well-known restaurants if you want a break from cooking.

 

WHY WE LOVE IT

Every inch of this beach house has been thoughtfully styled and equipped. There are even two paddleboards available to use, as well as bodyboards. Given the wealth of activities both on and off the water, you may never want to leave!

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