May Half Term Holiday Cottages

May Half Term Holiday Cottages

With a cool breeze and warm sunshine, May marks the start of summer and many happy times to come. Kick start your summer properly and hop in the car; a holiday in a luxury self-catering cottage awaits. Browse through our list of 411 available cottages and find your favourite. All of our cottages are handpicked; personally inspected and fully equipped so your holiday is the best it can be.Read more

Spend your days exploring deep, green countryside and skim stones across lazy streams. Follow the scent of salty air and head to the coast, spending long days on the beach flitting between soft sands and cool sea. Perch on a bench and watch as life goes by, before heading to a local restaurant to dine on fresh, local produce lovingly crafted and prepared by skilled hands. Then, when you've had your fill of exploring, turn your attention to relaxing. Throw yourself into the holiday spirit and land in your own private self-catering cottage, primed and ready for you. An early summer break in your own slice of paradise can give you the chance to unwind, catch up and settle into a slower, more considered rhythm.  

Spend your May-Half Term in a Luxury Retreat

Whether you are looking for a solo retreat or want to bring the whole family away for a much-needed break, May half term provides ample opportunity to escape to greener grass for a while. However you'd like to spend your time, our cottages offer wide variety and consistent quality. Many of our cottages are dog-friendly too, meaning everyone can join in this May half term. 

We have 411 cottages available for May half term

The Little Dairy Park Farm is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Ryde, Isle of Wight.
  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £910

The Little Dairy Park Farm

5636

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Ryde, Isle of Wight.


This welcoming retreat is close to the pretty village of Seaview and the sandy beach at Ryde, and has the Isle of Wight Gin Distillery within walking distance. Thoughtfully present...

  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £910

Woodlands is a 5 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Exmouth, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 9 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £2040

Woodlands

5623

5 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Exmouth, South Devon.


Introducing a super family-friendly home, lovingly furnished and equipped to offer that perfect venue for any special celebration or multigenerational family holiday. Woodlands off...

  • Sleeps 9 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £2040

The Barn By The Ford is a 1 bedroom thatched, dog friendly holiday cottage in Middle Barton.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £784

The Barn By The Ford

5609

1 bedroom thatched, dog friendly holiday cottage in Middle Barton.


Step into the charm of rural living with this meticulously converted one bedroom barn located in the idyllic village of Middle Barton. With its blend of rustic architecture and mod...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £784

Strand Causeway is a 3 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views near Exeter, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 5 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £880 *

Strand Causeway

5571

3 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views near Exeter, South Devon.


Introducing a very special Topsham house indeed. Steeped in history and nestled on the riverbank of the river Exe. Boasting oodles of charm and external space, two private parking ...

  • Sleeps 5 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £880 *

Sophie's Cottage is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Portscatho.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £759

Sophie's Cottage

5616

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Portscatho.


Nestled in the pretty hamlet of Treworthal this delightful semi-detached thatched cottage is a real gem. Come and stay at this lovely Grade II Listed stone cottage to enjoy everyth...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £759

The Shepherds Rest is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage near Dartmouth, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £613

The Shepherds Rest

5620

1 bedroom self catering cottage near Dartmouth, South Devon.


If you are looking for a luxury rural retreat for two, surrounded by the most glorious countryside and only a short distance from the renowned naval town of Dartmouth, look no furt...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £613

The Shack is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage with sea views in Cowes.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £975

The Shack

5634

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage with sea views in Cowes.


Overlooking the waters of the Solent, start your mornings on the front deck admiring the view whilst deciding how to spend your day. Instantly relax into your holiday and breathe i...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £975

The Secret Seascape is a 2 bedroom holiday apartment near the beach in St Ives, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 3
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £822

The Secret Seascape

5607

2 bedroom holiday apartment near the beach in St Ives, West Cornwall.


Located in the desirable Cornish resort of Carbis Bay, this gorgeous apartment could easily grace the pages of a high-end coffee table magazine. Featuring a wonderful and establish...

  • Sleeps 3
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £822

We’ve been raising the standards of self catering holidays since 1977.

Spinneywood is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Helford.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1043

Spinneywood

5514

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Helford.


Perhaps the most astounding views one would be lucky enough to experience on the Cornish coastline, this beautifully appointed cottage sits in an elevated position overlooking Gill...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1043

Clyst House Apartment is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday apartment near Exeter, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1106

Clyst House Apartment

5619

3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday apartment near Exeter, South Devon.


Perfectly situated in the village of Clyst Honiton, just a short journey away from the delights of the south Devon coast and surrounding verdant countryside, Clyst House Apartment ...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1106

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