10 of the best holiday cottages near golf courses

If your idea of heaven is spending a day on the fairway, engaging in some friendly competition and getting active in the fresh air, then a golf break is just what you need.

We have a wide range of holiday cottages on golf courses where you can begin your day with a short stroll to the first hole, and spend a day enjoying some of the best golf courses in the country, before retiring to your cosy cottage for the evening.

We’ve rounded up some of our best self-catering golf breaks and cottages near golf courses so you can indulge your passion, plus we’ve added some handy tips for activities to keep other members of your party happy too.

Read on to discover some of our best holiday cottages near golf courses, or click the button below to browse our full collection.

Cottages near golf courses

The Grey House | Nethybridge, The Highlands

For one of the most indulgent golf breaks, look no further than this impressive period home next to one of the most picturesque golf clubs in the Highlands – Abernethy Golf Club. Surrounded by mature, wooded grounds, within the Cairngorms National Park, this is a fantastic setting for a truly decadent getaway with a group.

On a sunny day, enjoy a game of table tennis, darts or croquet on the lawn, tee off on the 9-hole golf course, and then spend the night swapping stories beside one of the crackling fires inside the retreat or outside as the BBQ sizzles supper.

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Rothmar East | Machrihanish, Argyll and Bute

Overlooking a beautiful sandy beach on the Kintyre Peninsula, and just a stone’s throw from the internationally famous Machrihanish Golf Club, this Victorian home is the perfect base for combining a family get-together with a golf trip.

Inside is spacious period accommodation with plenty of room for everyone to spread out and large picture windows to make the most of the views. Challenge your fellow guests to a game on the pool table, or on summer days, gather together for a BBQ in the fresh sea air.

For more beautiful sandy beaches in Scotland, take a look at our guide.

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Tommy Jacks Apartment 6 | Bude, Cornwall

Overlooking the well-manicured greens of the Bude and North Cornwall Golf Club, this stylish, third-floor apartment is a fantastic base for a couple’s break on the North Cornwall coast. Decorated in bright, modern tones, you can wake up refreshed every morning and set out to explore the many great destinations on your doorstep.

Aside from playing a round or two, you can step out of this apartment and almost straight onto Crooklets Beach, one of the best places to learn to surf in Cornwall. There are also many fantastic places to eat and drink within the town.

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Queens Parade 4 | Tenby, West Wales

Golf fans will be spoilt for choice with a stay at this coastal cottage; not only can you visit Tenby Golf Club, which lies less than 0.5 miles from the property, but there are two more golf courses – Trefloyne and Heatherton World of Activities – within 4 miles.

When you’re not on the green, you can relax at this spacious and traditional home, perhaps enjoying a dip in the hot tub, or settling down for a family meal in the cosy dining room. On the edge of Tenby, the delights of this ever-popular seaside town are just a short walk away, including four sandy beaches perfect for sandcastle building and sunbathing.

Tenby and its picturesque pastel-coloured buildings are featured in our top 10 best places to stay in Wales; find out which other destinations made the list in our blog.

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Hotspur Cottage | Rothbury, Northumberland

With breathtaking scenic views across the valley to Rothbury and proximity to Rothbury Golf Club (0.5 miles), this stylish cottage is a fantastic base for a Northumberland break, whether you’re teeing off or exploring the surrounding area. It’s a cosy space with a wood burner, an abundance of traditional features and a delightfully furnished patio for catching some rays in summer.

While the golf fans can head to the first tee a short stroll away, other members of your party can explore the charming town of Rothbury, roam the Northumbrian countryside or head further afield to enjoy the sandy beaches and spectacular castles of the Northumberland coast.

Rothbury is on the fringes of the breathtaking Northumberland National Park; find out what you can see and do with our complete guide.

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Mollies Lodge | Bridlington, East Riding

If you’re looking for self-catering golf breaks where you can practically roll out of bed and onto the green, look no further than this lovely Yorkshire lodge. It’s situated within the Bridlington Links Golf Course where, as well as playing 18 holes of golf, you’ll also have access to the restaurant, bar and gym. After a tiring day on the fairway, you can return to your cosy lodge for a relaxing soak in the hot tub.

For those wanting to explore the local area, the lodge is only 2 miles from Flamborough Beach and the rest of the Flamborough Headland Heritage Coast, while the moodily majestic North York Moors are perfect for a day trip.

Fancy a seaside stroll during your stay? We’ve put together six of the best coastal walks in Yorkshire so you can find your favourite.

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Blue Spruce Cottage | Edinburgh, Edinburgh and Lothians

This traditional cottage is ideal for those looking to combine a golf break with a spot of sightseeing in some of Scotland’s most famous destinations. With a picturesque backdrop of the Pentland Hills, you can play 18 holes of golf on the beautiful parkland course, which this cottage overlooks. You can also make use of the clubhouse and restaurant just a short stroll away from your front door.

When you’re all golfed out, travel just 6 miles to explore the famous city of Edinburgh for the day, with its popular attractions such as the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Arthur’s Seat. You can also marvel at the Gothic Rosslyn Chapel, made famous by The Da Vinci Code, just 5 miles away.

Edinburgh is also the filming location for many other famous blockbusters; find out how you can walk in the footsteps of the stars with our guide to Scotland’s best filming locations.

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The Rest - 39 | Porthcawl, South Wales

Unless you were pitched up in a tent on the golf course, you couldn't stay much closer to it than in this fantastic luxury apartment alongside Rest Bay, Porthcawl. The golf course in question is Royal Porthcawl Golf Club, considered to be the top golf club in Wales. When you're not putting yourself through your paces on the course, you can be relaxing on the beautiful sandy beach, or trying out new activities at the state-of-the-art water sports centre.

But it's not just this apartment's splendid location which renders it one of our top holiday properties near golf courses. Set in a gated development complete with a Victorian Grade II-listed building, the ground-floor apartment is also something a bit special. With underfloor heating throughout and luxurious furnishings aplenty, you'll want to factor in some relaxation time here between rounds.

If you’re looking for some inspiration for days out on foot, take a look at our guide to wonderful walks on the Wales Coast Path, which is easily accessed from the apartment.

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Golf View | Westward Ho!, Devon

This luxurious cottage is furnished with everything you need for a family holiday by the coast, and overlooks the par-3 short course of the Royal North Devon Golf Club – hence the property's name! Formed in 1864, the full golf course here is the oldest in England. Walk a few hundred metres to the clubhouse and then play 18 or 36 holes of golf on this challenging, beachfront course.

While the golf lovers are on the green, the rest of the group can book in for a surf lesson at one of the many schools in the village, walk the South West Coast Path and take in the views out to the Atlantic Ocean, or simply soak in the hot tub back at the cottage!

If you want to discover all the secret North Devon spots you can visit on your break, take a look at our local’s guide to North Devon for all the top tips.

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Ardudwy Cottage | Aberdovey, North Wales

Soak up the view across the course at Aberdovey from this modern home. Wander over to the golf club to play 18 challenging holes at this spectacular links course, situated at the edge of the Dovey Estuary, with a backdrop of Snowdonia’s/Eryri's mountains.

If you want to explore the area, the cottage is around a mile’s walk from bars and restaurants and a little further to the beach at Aberdyfi. Heading further afield, you can venture into Eryri/Snowdonia National Park to enjoy the inspiring landscape. Cader Idris, standing at 893 metres, is only 16 miles away if you fancy a challenge, or you could simply relax on the patio and light the BBQ as the sun sets over the green.

If you’re heading into Eryri/Snowdonia National Park for some adventure, discover the best things to do with our guide to Wales’ national parks.

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Self-catering golf breaks

Whether you want a coastal break discovering some of the country’s best links golf, or you dream of teeing off against a spectacular mountain backdrop, we have a golf holiday to suit your needs. Click the button below to browse our full collection of holiday cottages near golf courses and start planning your next relaxing getaway.

Cottages near golf courses