Family Beach Holidays in Camber Sands

The kind of seaside break kids remember forever

There’s something magical about Camber Sands when you arrive with children.

The moment they spot the sea.
The serious business of sandcastle building.
The sandy, slightly windswept, very happy collapse into bed at the end of the day.

Our family-friendly cottages in Camber Sands are made for exactly those kinds of holidays — easy, relaxed and right by the beach.

Just 90 minutes from London, but it feels like another world.

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Why Families Love Staying With Us

We’re parents too, so we know what actually matters when you travel with children.

• Travel cots and highchairs available
• Stairgates in many cottages
• Enclosed gardens for safe outdoor play
• Spacious living areas for family time
• Fully equipped kitchens for easy meals
• Off-road parking for easier arrivals
• Dog-friendly options if the pooch is coming too
• Miles of sand just minutes away

Featured Family Cottages

These are some of our favourite picks for easy, happy family stays by the sea.

The Rock

Best for: families wanting space, style and easy beach days.

A beautiful coastal home with an enclosed garden, plenty of room to spread out, and the beach just a short stroll away.

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The White House

Best for: smaller family escapes and cosy seaside weekends.

Welcoming, comfortable and brilliantly placed for beach adventures followed by quiet evenings in.

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Camber Beach House

Best for: stylish family stays close to the dunes.

Bright, modern and ideal for those lovely no-faff beach days where everything feels easy.

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The Beach Is Your Playground

Unlike many UK beaches, Camber Sands is gloriously big.

That means room for:

• Running races
• Bucket-and-spade marathons
• Paddling adventures
• Football, frisbee and kite flying
• That first proper “we’re on holiday” exhale

At low tide, it feels like the beach goes on forever — perfect for little explorers with energy to burn.

No-Faff Family Holidays

Family holidays should feel easy, not like hard work.

That’s why we focus on the things that make a real difference: practical layouts, useful kit, easy parking, comfy beds, and local help if you need it.

You bring the people.
We’ll help with the rest.

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Easy Days Out for Families

One of the joys of staying in Camber is how much there is nearby when you fancy a change of scene.

• Rye for cobbled streets, little shops and a wander with an ice cream
• Rye Harbour Nature Reserve for wildlife, big skies and buggy-friendly exploring
• The dunes at Camber for scrambling, rolling and wearing everyone out nicely
• Family-friendly cafés and pubs for lunch, pudding and a bit of peace

If you stay with us, you’ll also find our favourite family-friendly spots in our digital guide.

Family-Run Since 2009

We’re Richard and Sophie — local hosts, seaside people, and the team behind Beside The Sea Holidays.

We’ve been welcoming guests to Camber Sands since 2009 and now personally manage over 30 handpicked holiday homes on the lovely White Sand development.

Guests often tell us the difference is in the personal service — local help, thoughtful touches, and the reassurance of booking with people who are actually here.

Ready for a Family Beach Break?

Whether you’re planning a school holiday stay, a long weekend by the sea, or a proper family get-together with grandparents in tow, we’d love to welcome you.

Book direct for the best rates, no extra fees, and all our local know-how thrown in.

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Good to Know

• Location: Camber Sands, East Sussex
• Travel time: Around 90 minutes from London
• Dog-friendly: Many cottages welcome dogs too
• Beach access: Just minutes from the dunes and sea