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Imagine dropping off to sleep with the gentle sound of waves lapping away close by and then getting up for an early morning stroll along the beach.<\/p>\n

These are just two of the pleasurable experiences you can have when you book a luxury coastal cottage<\/a> in the UK or Ireland.<\/p>\n

Whether you choose the south coast of England, the west coast of Ireland or Wales or the beautiful coastline in the north-east of Scotland there are so many advantages to having the sea so near.<\/p>\n

If you love to walk there will be abundant opportunities, you can also pursue your passion for water sports, you can top up your tan lazing on a sandy beach or you can just drive around soaking up the views.<\/p>\n

And whether you want a romantic break, an activity holiday or somewhere to take a young family you will find what you are looking for on the coast.<\/p>\n

Here are our top six places to head for when considering your coastal holiday break:<\/p>\n

1 Suffolk, England<\/strong><\/p>\n

Travel along the Suffolk coastline and you will find a destination to suit all tastes, whether you want the busy night life and attractions of Lowestoft or Felixstowe or you prefer the peaceful tranquillity of Aldeburgh or Southwold.<\/p>\n

Wherever you base yourself for your luxury break in Suffolk<\/a> you will never be far from a welcoming market town, some lovely countryside or a relaxing beach.<\/p>\n

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2 Pembrokeshire, Wales<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you are looking for luxury coastal break in Wales<\/a> you will be spoiled for choice with an abundance of properties to rent along the 750 miles of coastline. Many people head for the Pembrokeshire coast because it is set in a national park, you get fabulous views of the sea and the chance to look at a variety of wildlife.<\/p>\n

3 County Clare, Ireland<\/strong><\/p>\n

Spectacular bodies of water border the stunning location of County Clare, with the River Shannon, the Shannon Estuary, Lough Derg and Galway Bay all popular destinations for those who holiday there. When you are looking up luxury holiday accommodation in Ireland<\/a>, you will find plenty to enjoy about County Clare.<\/p>\n

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4 Dorset, England<\/strong><\/p>\n

Some of the most expensive homes in the UK are situated in this southern English county but it won\u2019t cost the earth to stay in a holiday home there. A luxury cottage stay in Dorset<\/a> will allow you to experience incredible landscape, with rolling countryside, hills and spectacular sea views.<\/p>\n

5 Aberdeenshire, Scotland<\/strong><\/p>\n

A trawl through the wide variety of luxury Scottish coastal cottages<\/a> available for holiday lets makes it difficult to choose one area over another. The golf courses of Ayrshire and the stunning scenery of the Highlands attract many but why not consider the beautiful coastline surrounding Scotland\u2019s \u2018granite city\u2019 of Aberdeen, with its rugged coastal views and pretty seaside towns.<\/p>\n

6 Cornwall, England<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wherever you stay in the most south-westerly county in England you will always be just a short car journey or cycle ride away from stunning coastline. There is luxury cottages in Cornwall<\/a> to suit all tastes, whether you want to surf in Newquay, relax in a pretty fishing village like Saint Ives or enjoy a busier pace of life in Penzance.<\/p>\n

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