Business Details
13 Years
experience
Find Your Dream Coastal Holiday Home
Founded in 2013, Simply Sea Views has established itself as the UK's premier platform for coastal holiday rentals. Our platform curates over 23,000 properties across the UK and Ireland, including beachfront cottages, luxury seaside mansions, and pet-friendly retreats. With expertise gained from family-run letting agencies and a deep understanding of coastal living, we provide intuitive search tools and secure booking systems. Our team combines creative web development with hands-on hospitality experience to deliver tailored coastal holiday solutions.We maintain transparency in pricing, including all owner/agent fees upfront, while offering unique features like multi-location comparison tools and accessibility filters. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our handpicked selection process and ongoing support for both guests and property providers.
Services
Coastal Cottage Rentals
Pet-Friendly Accommodations
Luxury Seaside Retreats
Multi-Location Comparisons
Accessibility-Friendly Stays
Secure Booking System
Property Listing Services
Holiday Search Tools
Customer Support
Owner-Agent Communication
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer 23,000+ handpicked coastal properties with clear sea views
- Our multi-location search tool compares properties across different destinations
- We include all booking fees upfront with price transparency guaranteed
- We provide specialist filters for accessibility, pet-friendly stays, and luxury
- Our team combines web development expertise with hospitality industry experience
Services
Coastal Cottage Rentals
We provide access to over 23,000 coastal holiday properties across the UK and Ireland. Our selection includes traditional fisherman's cottages, modern beachside apartments, and luxury seaside mansions. Each property undergoes careful vetting to ensure quality standards and accurate representation.
Pet-Friendly Accommodations
Our platform features thousands of pet-friendly coastal properties with appropriate facilities. We understand the importance of including pets in family holidays, offering properties with secure gardens, nearby dog walks, and pet-friendly beach access depending on location.
Multi-Location Comparisons
Our unique search tool allows simultaneous comparison of properties across multiple destinations. Users can evaluate different coastal regions with integrated driving time calculations and combined property collections for group bookings.
Accessibility-Friendly Stays
We offer specially filtered properties with accessibility features including wheelchair access, adapted bathrooms, and ground-floor bedrooms. Our listings include detailed accessibility information to help guests with specific requirements plan their coastal holidays.
Secure Booking System
Our platform facilitates secure transactions between guests and property providers. We maintain transparent pricing structures with all fees included upfront, while ensuring direct communication channels between guests and property owners or agents.
People
Josh Williams
Founder & Managing Director
Josh founded Simply Sea Views in 2013 after working in the family letting agency. With a graphic communication background and web development expertise, he designed the platform to combine his coastal heritage with technical skills. He manages daily operations and strategic direction.
Hannah
Social Media & Photography
Hannah handles all visual content and social media presence. With nursing experience and a creative eye, she ensures the platform's photographic representation meets quality standards. She contributes to content creation and marketing strategy.
Questions
Are you a cottage agency?
No, we're a platform listing properties from independent owners and letting agencies across the UK and Ireland. We facilitate communication between guests and providers.
Do you add booking fees?
We don't add any fees. Prices shown include all owner/agent charges to ensure transparent booking experiences without hidden costs.
How do I search properties?
Use our advanced search tools with multi-location comparison, filters for accessibility, pet-friendliness, and specific amenities to find your ideal coastal accommodation.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, we offer thousands of pet-friendly coastal properties with appropriate facilities. Many destinations provide dog-friendly beaches and walking routes.
Do you have luxury options?
Yes, our collection includes luxury coastal properties ranging from renovated traditional cottages to modern beachside mansions with premium amenities.
Are properties available year-round?
Properties are available for all seasons. Our platform shows availability calendars directly from owners/agents, with special offers for different holiday periods.
