When people search for holiday cottages or villas to book for a family holiday, they usually need a cottage or villa sleeping at least 4 and usually more. Most people, unless they have toddlers and safety concerns, like to have a swimming pool if they can afford it because it contributes so much to the pleasure of a self catering break.
The family sized self catering properties below may not all have a swimming pool but will be fully equipped to provide a comfortable family holiday home where it is possible to live as one would at home, prepare meals and snacks, even if it is only breakfast. The option of self catering accommodation is a boon to anyone who has family members with an allergy because special diets, such as gluten free can be catered for.
It is most important to consider pet free accommodation if anyone in the family is allergic to pet hair, even if pets are not present at the time because the allergens remain in the property for a long time and can make vulnerable people very ill.
The pages below may help you find the type of family holiday you are looking for, or alternatively, try using the Advanced Search and enter the facilities that you would like. If you are based in the UK or Ireland, southern Ireland offers superb quiet beaches. See family self catering holidays in County Cork.