The Great British (drizzle-filled) summer may not have had the best rep in the past, but there are plenty of beautiful coastal spots across the country that are more than a match for the sub-tropical climates you’ll find slightly further afield.
Where else can you see Whitstable’s 750-metre stretch of pebbles that lead all the way out to the sea, known as The Street, or the unspoiled shingle Chesil Beach on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site?
There’s also plenty in the way of food, booze and culture to keep you entertained, whether you fancy doing a bit of tropical plant spotting at the Eden Project in Cornwall, or you’re looking for Michelin-starred seafood fare at ODE in Devon.
We’ve picked out nine of the best holiday rentals that Britain’s beaches have to offer for your next holiday – from beach huts right on the shore of Shaldon in Devon to a former 19th Century build lighthouse on the Sussex Heritage coast.
All properties are available for rent through coolstays.com
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