With the UK currently enjoying a heatwave, sunseekers are looking for the UK’s most jaw dropping and picturesque locations to catch the orange and pink hues of a summer sunset or sunrise.
To help them find the perfect location, Sykes Holiday Cottages has collated a selection of properties situated near some of the country’s most impressive spots to enjoy a sunset and sunrise.
From a charming, thatched cottage in Dorset to a modern artistic property in Cornwall, there is something for every sun-lover this season.
To book a summer break, visit www.sykescottages.co.uk or call 01244 617683.
Blue Waters – Weymouth, Dorset
Sleeps: Two
Price: Seven nights from £538
URL: https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/cottage/DorsetSomerset-Lodmoor-Country-Park/Blue-Waters-1133982.html
Resting on the outskirts of Weymouth, a popular coastal town in Dorset, is Blue Waters, a stylishly finished holiday home welcoming two guests.
Durdle Door, the notorious natural limestone arch, is just a short drive away from the property, and boasts awe-inspiring views of the Jurassic Coast, which are even more beautiful when the sun is setting or rising. Guests can also take in the sunset or rise from the comfort of Blue Waters, on the property’s balcony or from the swing in the garden.
Those looking for something different can stroll into the centre of the town to enjoy the local amenities or explore Lodmoor Country Park which is home to both a children’s and adults’ outdoor gym, children’s play area, and picnic tables and BBQ stands.
Ryeby Garth – Skeffling, East Riding of Yorkshire
Sleeps: Four
Price: Seven nights from £331
URL: https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/cottage/Lincolnshire-Old-Hall-Fm/Ryeby-Garth-1043739.html
Located in the village of Skeffling in the East Riding of Yorkshire is Ryeby Garth.
Those in search of an epic sunset or sunrise can find the perfect spot at the Spurn National Nature Reserve, a sandy split which stretches 3.5 miles into the Humber Estuary. Located nearby, the reserve is also home to an abundance of wildlife, as well as a restored lighthouse.
Ryeby Garth itself is a semi-detached home away from home where guests can treat themselves to a drink of their choice in the property’s garden after cooking up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen or relax with a movie on the plush furnishings.
Chandler House – Castleton, Derbyshire
Sleeps: Seven
Price: Seven nights from £708
Nestled in the quaint village of Castleton is Chandler House.
This property is located just a mile away from the viewpoint of Mam Tor which offers dazzling views as the sun edges over the hills or sinks behind the clouds. The unstable nature of Mam Tor’s soil has led to frequent landslips, forming a series of impressive mini hills and nicknaming the hill the ‘Shivering Mountain’.
After exploring Mam Tor, visitors can retreat to Chandler House, a roomy cottage with a range of features, including a woodburning stove, games room, cloakroom, and an enclosed garden.
1 Salt Cottage – Port Eynon, Swansea
Sleeps: Two
Price: Seven nights from £653
Salt Cottage is a light and airy holiday home situated in Port Eynon.
Ideal for a romantic getaway, visitors can unwind with an evening around the resident pizza oven as the sun sets over the Gower Peninsula. Alternatively, early risers can drink their morning coffee on the cottage’s bench whilst marvelling at the sunrise. With Gower the first place in Britain to be named an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this sunrise is a must see.
The nearby city of Swansea has a plethora of activities, including the Plantasia Tropical Zoo, The National Waterfront Museum, and LC2 Leisure Centre where visitors can swim, surf, and climb.
Stargazers – Sennen, Cornwall
Sleeps: Six
Price: Seven nights from £928
URL: https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/cottage/Cornwall-Sennen/Stargazers-990923.html
Uniquely decorated and positioned in the coastal village of Sennen, Stargazers is a great base for those looking for a summer staycation.
Located just a mile away is Lands End, a spot renowned for brilliant sunsets and sunrises, and even closer is Sennen Cove, where visitors can people watch or try their hand at surfing.
Back at the property, travellers can make the most of the garden in the warmer weather with the stylish rattan dining furniture, corner sofa, hammock, and BBQ, or take their furry friends for a stroll around the local lanes.
