The best beach cottages book up quickly...

OK, so it’s only November and the last thing on your mind is where you’re going to spend your summer holidays in 2012.

For most of us it’s all about staving off the cold, keeping our heads down at work and only allowing ourselves to look as far as Christmas, which to be honest is enough to keep anyone occupied well into early December. But if you do get a few moments spare and allow the thought of next summer and lazy days on the beach to creep into your thoughts… then there’s something you need to consider! Every year it’s the same old story, the best cottages on the best beaches are always booked well in advance and the only way to avoid disappointment is to book now.

Even though many of the most popular beach cottages are already booked up, there are still plenty with free weeks during the popular months of July and August, or if you are looking for a reduced rate you can check prices and availability in June or September where in the majority of cases the sun is still shining and the water hasn’t quite frozen over. There are the popular upmarket UK seaside destinations such as Brighton, St Ives, Torquay and Carbis Bay or if you prefer heading east why not try Camber Sands where there are some incredible beach houses for rent literally two steps from the golden sands which border your front garden. Wales beach cottages are very popular, try Anglesey which offers a range of beach activities, golf or coastal walks. Further north you might want to try some of our beach cottages in Ireland or Scotland.

Travelling abroad, it’s the same deal; the best coastal cottages, villas or apartments are snapped up well in advance. So if you can take an hour or so to raise your head above the cold, the onrush of Christmas and everything else that seems to consume us at this time of the year… treat yourself and your family and book a special beach cottage for next year, you’ll be glad you did!