Whether you prefer to wake up to a beach or river view, you can take your pick from one of these boutique places to stay – all are on or near the water.
Villa Paradiso
Cagliari, Sardinia
Sardinian villa with amazing sea views
A rare find; a Sardinian villa for four with a private pool and stunning sea views which doesn’t cost the earth. Take in the views from every room and enjoy the saltwater pool during the day and the stars from your terrace ….
Cloud Cabin
Camber Sands, East Sussex
Surprising East Sussex Seaside Hideaway
Tucked away in a quiet street, close to the open sandy beaches and wild stretches of this part of the East Sussex and Kent coastlines, is this fantastically renovated holiday home for 8 to 10. Cool, stylish and comfortable with masses to ….
4 Coastguard Cottages
Weybourne, Norfolk
Magical seaside retreat
A stylish off grid retreat on an unspoiled and stunning part of the Norfolk coast. Soak up the sea air, the views and the absolute escapism of this dog friendly coastal cottage for six.
Cugó Gran Macina Grand Habour
Senglea, Malta
Chic Industrial Boutique Hotel
This sleek, stylish and inclusive boutique hotel on Malta is housed in a 16thcentury former fortress. Today, with its stunning suites, fantastic rooftop pool, restaurant and bar, it’s the perfect city break with Malta’s delights to discover.
I Jardina
Pantelleria, Sicily
Beautiful Sicilian Island Escapes
These spacious and light filled dammusi are set amongst lush green gardens with wonderful open views down to the rugged coastline and sea beyond. Pantelleria is natural and unspoilt place yet it’s accessible and the houses modern and inviting, the ideal place ….
Little Stone House
Tarifa, Andalucia, Spain
Wild Andalucian beach house
Overlooking the white sandy beach and rugged coastline of Tarifa, with views across to Morocco, Little Stone House was designed to blend in to its amazing setting and exploit those views. Watersports, exploration and relaxation are all possible from this quirky and ….
Saccharum Resort & Spa
Arco da Calheta, Madeira, Portugal
CHIC MODERNITY WITH OCEAN VIEWS
This luxurious, design focused getaway features state-of-the-art amenities, and is situated on a pebble and lava sandy beach. The stunning combination of this ultra chic, modern resort and its dramatic coastal location make for a magical place to stay in this gay ….
Courtyard Hotel
Kalkan, Turkey
TURKISH DELIGHT
The Courtyard is a boutique B&B/small hotel, the first and only restoration of its kind in the beating heart of the historic town of Kalkan and within three minutes walk of the beach. This beautiful building has been sympathetically restored using traditional ….
Palmers
Port Mulgrave, Yorkshire
Historic coastal escape
A lovely house, perfect for groups and families with space to spread out. Walk to the beach from this dog-friendly Georgian house with its sweeping gravel drive, high ceilings and beautiful decor. Discover a network of amazing walking routes. Wander to the ….
Hotel Villa Ducale
Taormina, Sicily, Italy
Tasteful and tranquil in Taormina
Beautiful Taormina has attracted both lovers and creators of the arts for centuries, and with views across the town to Mount Etna and down to the Naxos Bay, the terrace at Hotel Villa Ducale is simply poetry come alive. Sit back on ….