Somerset Retreats for May Half Term

Somerset Retreats for May Half Term

Make the most of longer daylight hours and quieter times ahead of the summer holidays; May half term is around the corner. Kick start your holiday and browse our list of available self-catering accommodation. We have a selection of luxury cottages of all shapes and sizes in Somerset primed and ready to welcome you. Read more

With the chaos of everyday life - school, jobs, housework - it's sometimes easy to let life fly by. Why not slow down the pace this May half term and book a self-catering cottage in Somerset? We have cottages of all shapes and sizes available, with cottages perfect for solo retreats to family-friendly homes big enough for all your nearest and dearest. Explore Somerset by day, making the most of its stunning countryside, impressive gorges, fine cuisine and striking towns. Then, when you've walked all you can walk, return to your private retreat and snuggle up. If you've got little ones in tow, many of our cottages even have games rooms, so the kids can keep themselves entertained in your home-from-home.

Somerset Self-Catering Cottages for May Half Term

At Classic Cottages we pride ourselves on marketing only the finest quality self-catering accommodation in Somerset and Exmoor. We personally inspect all of our properties, carefully handpicking them onto our books. Don't worry about packing everything and the kitchen sink either. Each property is also equipped with a full inventory, so that everything you could need and more is provided for you. From your bed linens to fluffy towels to enough crockery for everyone, we've got you covered. All that's left for you to do? Enjoy. 

 

We have 19 handpicked cottages for May half term in Somerset

Keepers Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Yeovil, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £953

Keepers Cottage

5194

3 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Yeovil, Somerset.


Keepers Cottage is the former gamekeeper's cottage for Montacute House and is set in the rolling countryside of South Somerset, close to the historic village of Montacute. Stunning...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £953

The Crook is a 1 bedroom shepherds hut near Ilminster, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £686

The Crook

5003

1 bedroom shepherds hut near Ilminster, Somerset.


Perfectly positioned in a peaceful spot, you will find this stunning shepherd's hut that has been masterfully created. The Crook is a true hideaway in glorious surroundings and you...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £686

The Whistle is a 1 bedroom shepherds hut near Ilminster, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £686

The Whistle

5004

1 bedroom shepherds hut near Ilminster, Somerset.


If you are looking for a luxurious and unique glamping experience, then look no further than The Whistle. A gorgeously designed shepherd's hut, complete with enchanting outside spa...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £686

Minstrels is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Glastonbury, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £716

Minstrels

4930

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Glastonbury, Somerset.


As soon as you step through the front door of this gorgeous cottage, you will fall in love with its character and charm. It is easy to see where the cottage gets its name when you ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £716

Elm Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the sea near Minehead, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1017

Elm Cottage

4837

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the sea near Minehead, Somerset.


Perfectly situated on the fringes of the beautiful, rugged Exmoor National Park, this semi-detached cottage is a gorgeous hideaway for all the family, including your four-legged fr...

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

7 nights from £1017

Posy is a 1 bedroom, rural shepherds hut with hot tub near Ilminster, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

From £120 per night

Posy

4861

1 bedroom, rural shepherds hut with hot tub near Ilminster, Somerset.


Nestled in a secluded spot, Posy is a gorgeous shepherd's hut where every last detail has been thought of. The natural, peaceful setting provides the perfect escape to the countrys...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

From £120 per night

The Apple Press is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Lyme Regis, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £953

The Apple Press

4744

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Lyme Regis, Dorset.


Just ten miles north of Lyme Regis, the 'Pearl of Dorset', situated in gentle Somerset countryside is The Apple Press, a fabulously converted single storey farm building. The o...

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

7 nights from £953

Frogwell Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Dulverton, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £590 *

Frogwell Cottage

4714

3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Dulverton, Somerset.


Under the spectacle of Exmoor National Park International Dark Sky Reserve, picture yourself on holiday with a glass of bubbly in hand, surrounded by nothing but fields and country...

  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £590 *

Magnolia Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wells, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £619

Magnolia Cottage

4554

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wells, Somerset.


Nestled opposite a charming magnolia tree, this delightful stone cottage is peaceful and welcoming. All on one level (apart from one step up from the porch), Magnolia Cottage offer...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £619

Orchard Barn is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Taunton, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 3 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £523

Orchard Barn

3289

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Taunton, Somerset.


Orchard Barn is a welcoming single-storey conversion nestled sweetly in the sleepy village of Thurloxton and just a stone's throw away from the Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding N...

  • Sleeps 3 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £523

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