Family Holiday Cottages in Seaton

Seaton lies on the Jurassic Coast with a long shingle beach backed by a promenade, facing Lyme Bay and framed by cliffs at either end. Staying in a family holiday cottage in Seaton means you can wander down to the seafront for swims, stone-skimming and scooter rides along the promenade, then duck into cafés or play areas when the weather turns. The town also connects with Seaton Tramway, whose narrow-gauge trams trundle up the Axe estuary to Colyton through wetlands rich in birdlife.

For families, that mix of beach and tramway makes Seaton an easy, low-key base. One day might be all about the sea and shoreline, another about a tram ride, a picnic by the river and some gentle wildlife spotting. Nearby Beer and the wider Jurassic Coast add options for boat trips and fossil-themed outings. A self-catering place in Seaton lets you juggle wet gear, early bedtimes and flexible mealtimes, while still being only a short stroll from the sea.