Is the rising cost of living making you reconsider your holiday plans for 2023? Then why not swap the soaring costs and stress of overseas travel for a budget-friendly beach staycation that’s good for your pocket and for the planet? Whether you fancy hitting the waves on a surfboard, nostalgic donkey rides along the sand or ice cream on the pier, the UK has some world-class coastal landscapes to explore. Bag a great value seaside cottage and heed a few of our money-saving tips, and your next beach holiday doesn’t have to break the bank. Here’s how:
Holiday Closer to Home
Living on an island means that nowhere in the UK is further than 70 miles from the coast. This means that wherever you live, you don’t have to travel far to see the sea. So take a look at the map and pick a coastal location where you can holiday closer to home. Alternatively, use the maximum driving time feature on our holiday search tool to find properties within a given number of hours from your home. Whether you’re ten miles or ten hours from your backyard, you can kick into holiday mode and step foot on the shoreline without blowing your travel budget or your carbon footprint.
Stay in a Great Value Seaside Cottage
A getaway to the seaside doesn’t need to break the bank. In fact, we have a huge selection of holiday coastal cottages for less than £500 per week. Whether you’re looking for a cosy waterside apartment for two, or a family beach house nudging the waves, use our ‘Budget’ filter to find the perfect holiday cottage to suit your pocket and the dates of your holiday.
Explore by Bus, Train, On Foot and By Bike
Using public transport and exploring under your own steam on holiday reaps huge savings on fuel, and it’s also better for the planet. So, before grabbing for the car keys, look up the bus and train timetables from your holiday cottage to seek out local trails, beaches and car-free sightseeing opportunities. By ditching the car and slowing down you’ll not only save money, but also experience more of the area and come across unexpected gems along the way.
Buy Seasonal Local Produce and Eat in
You don’t have to splash the cash and eat out to enjoy the best local cuisine while you’re on holiday. All of our holiday cottages are kitted out with excellent kitchen facilities, begging you to whip up your own culinary masterpiece while you’ve got the time on your hands. So make a beeline for farmers’ markets, farm shops and local fishmongers to fill your baskets with seasonal ingredients and enjoy cooking in. While your bank balance enjoys huge savings on restaurant bills, you can also enjoy the ease of staying in with a bottle of your favourite wine, and flopping on the sofa for a post-dinner snooze.
Find Discounts on Seaside Days Out
Before you head off on days out from your holiday cottage, scour the internet for free places to visit. There are plenty of free attractions to visit near the coast, including nature reserves, lighthouses and piers. You can also hunt for discounts for popular seaside attractions. Either search by the name of where you want to go or check out voucher sites such as Groupon or Vouchercloud to find great deals on coastal attractions throughout the UK.
Take Your Dog on Holiday
Holidaying with your dog in the UK not only means you get to take your four-legged friend on your adventures, it also saves plenty of pennies on kennels and dog sitters and you don’t have the worry of leaving your hound in the hands of a stranger. Lots of our holiday cottages are paw-friendly and there are plenty of dog-friendly beaches and attractions all over the UK – so going on a seaside staycation with your dog couldn’t be easier.
Find A Seaside Cottage For Your Great Value Seaside Staycation
At Simply Sea Views we have a huge range of seaside holiday cottages perfect for a great value getaway. Check out our collection of coastal holiday homes in stunning locations around the UK and find the perfect base for your staycation in 2023.
