Best Guernsey self-catering accommodation for families

Guernsey is perfect for a self-catering family holiday with its gorgeous timeless buildings, glorious landscapes and comfortable pace of life. There are an abundance of options of Guernsey self-catering for families including quaint cottages in the countryside, modern flats in the capital, and seaside apartments with the beach on the doorstep. Being able to take your car on board Condor Ferries makes it easy to pack everything you need for a truly fantastic family escape.

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Les Fries Barn is a beautifully rustic old converted farmhouse on the west of the island within easy walking distance of Cobo Bay. There is a large lawn available to lounge on where you can play croquet and a hot tub to relax in. The 2-bedroomed barn has a fully equipped kitchen for you to cook up your own meals, but the barn is not far from a range of pubs and restaurants should you choose to dine out.

The Tree-tops cottage is based in the south-east of the island in the parish of St Martin’s. The cottage caters for 4 guests with one double bedroom and a twin room, as well as a spacious lounge, conservatory, fully-equipped kitchen, a modern bathroom and secure front and back lawns. Tree-tops is close to the popular Saint’s Bay and only a 10-minute drive into St Peter Port, making it ideal for families wanting to see the capital as well as relax on the beach.

The Bay Apartments are luxury 4* self-catering apartments at the very north of the island, overlooking the glorious Pembroke Bay, only 100m away. At the Bay Apartments, as well as being only a stone’s throw away from the sea, you and your family can enjoy the use of tennis courts, the outdoor swimming pool and even a health and beauty salon.

The Duke of Richmond Apartments are located next to The Duke of Richmond Hotel overlooking St. Peter Port town centre. The apartments are in walking distance of the centre of the capital, ideal for exploring the shops, restaurants and bars. The apartment building itself dates back to 1865, and is spilt into two luxury two-bedroom apartments. The apartments benefit from having the privacy and space, yet still include access to the hotel facilities.

Le Vallon d’Or lies in Sark, a gorgeous island only a 55-minute ferry journey from St Peter Port. The accommodation is in a serene rural valley where you can enjoy distant sea views across to France. The accommodation is a two-bedroom apartment with a fully equipped kitchen, a double bedroom and a twin bedroom and a bathroom fitted with a power shower.

Adair Bungalows are perfectly located opposite the popular Vazon Bay on Guernsey’s west coast. The bungalows each have two-bedrooms with their own private gardens for its guests to enjoy. An 18-hole golf course is only minutes down the road, as well as a convenient supermarket and a range of restaurants for dining out.

La Compe Country Apartments are self-catering units in the beautiful parish of St Martin, only minutes away from stunning cliffs walks, golden beaches and an array of shops, restaurants and cafes. The apartments are in a renovated 17^th century granite farmhouse building and are all equipped with modern furniture, full kitchens and plenty of space for relaxation.

The Ilex Apartments are perfect for families looking for self-catering in Guernsey with a swimming pool. The 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartments are based just inland from St Peter Port and are only a short commute down to the city centre. The apartments boast a glorious heated outdoor south-facing swimming pool and terrace area, as well as a BBQ area for delicious and fun family nights in.

Ellingham self-catering cottages have luxurious 2- or 3-bedroom cottages in the south-east of Guernsey in St Martin. You’ll have gorgeous walking routes to the stunning coastal clifftops right from your doorstep, as well as the popular Moulin Huet Bay. Although St Peter Port is less than 2 miles away, you still have the local shops of restaurants of St Martin to explore only a stone’s throw away.

Sarnia Cherie is a gorgeously unique self-catering fisherman-style cottage in the north of Guernsey close to Perelle Bay. With 2 bedrooms, 1 double and 1 twin, there is space for the whole family to relax and unwind. The cottage has ample parking and outdoor space for BBQ’s and sunbathing, and is within arm’s reach of the shops, restaurants and facilities of St Saviour.

Les Merrienes self-catering cottage lies close to the stunning south coast of Guernsey and its glorious cliff paths. Les Merrienes has the benefit of a quiet and rural surrounding, but there is still a bus stop only 300m away where guests can easily travel around the island. The serene Petit Bot Bay is within walking distance, as is the village shop for all the essentials.

Briquet self-catering cottages are located in the north of the island in St Saviour, only minutes away from the gorgeous Perelle Bay. The 4* cottages are surrounded by beautiful grounds, and guests are welcome to use the BBQ area to cook up a feast. Each cottage has 2 bedrooms, 1 double and 1 twin, as well as plenty of living space and a fully-equipped kitchen, making it ideal for families.