Cottages for May Day Bank Holiday

Cottages for May Day Bank Holiday

May is when landscapes come alive and towns pick up the pace. With winter left behind, a sunny day feels like summer in a May bank holiday cottage. Relax in your own private retreat and let your worries float away. Coast, country or town, our self-catering cottages will leave you refreshed and revived. Choose from our 988 available cottages today.  Read more

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We have 988 cottages available for May Day bank holiday

The Coach House is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Wellington, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 3 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £272 *

The Coach House

5816

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


Situated in the beautiful National Landscape of the Blackdown Hills, The Coach House is a spacious, characterful cottage ready to welcome you and your four-legged friend. As yo...

  • Sleeps 3 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £272 *

The Linhay is a 1 bedroom cottage near the beach near Bridport, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £320

The Linhay

2661

1 bedroom cottage near the beach near Bridport, Dorset.


The Linhay is a tucked away single-storey retreat – and an ideal base for exploring the wonderful coastline. The cottage nestles alongside the barns, with a fully enclosed gravel c...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £320

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Pinnock is a 1 bedroom, rural self catering cottage near Looe, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £325

Pinnock

4203

1 bedroom, rural self catering cottage near Looe, South Cornwall.


Wind your way along country lanes to this truly delightful retreat that is just the tonic for those looking to enjoy precious time together and escape the humdrum of everyday life....

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £325

The Dairy is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Looe, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £330

The Dairy

5238

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Looe, South Cornwall.


Nestled down a peaceful, leafy country lane, The Dairy is a charming country cottage, stylishly renovated to offer a romantic getaway or solo retreat, with easy access to the delig...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £330

The Nest is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage near South Molton, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £338

The Nest

4894

1 bedroom self catering cottage near South Molton, North Devon.


If you are looking to explore the idyllic north Devon countryside, with easy access to stunning coastline and breathtaking scenery, then look no further The Nest is the perfect cho...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £338

The Old Stable is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Mullion, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £340

The Old Stable

1901

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Mullion, West Cornwall.


The Old Stable is a delightful semi-detached studio with original beams and stylish furnishings throughout. A well-equipped kitchen and dining-area on the mezzanine is accessed by ...

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

7 nights from £340

Prospect Cottage is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £340

Prospect Cottage

2593

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.


Two doggies are welcome to join you when you stay at cute as a button Prospect Cottage. This traditionally presented darling little terraced cottage, situated in far west Cornwall ...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £340

Cowslip is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Fowey.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £344

Cowslip

1431

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Fowey.


Cowslip like Meadowsweet (1430), is a detached granite barn which has two steps leading into the living-room, where neutral walls and polished wood floors frame the warmly coloured...

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

7 nights from £344

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Meadowsweet is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Fowey.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £344

Meadowsweet

1430

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Fowey.


Meadowsweet is a detached granite barn, which sits in a beautiful rural setting just outside the small village of Lanlivery. Two steps lead up into the living-room, with its polish...

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

7 nights from £344

Cwmcaseg is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Aberystwyth.
  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £346 *

Cwmcaseg

5811

3 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Aberystwyth.


Nestling amongst idyllic rolling Welsh hills in a superbly elevated location, yet a ten minute drive to the stunning beaches on the Cardiganshire coast and the vibrant seaside town...

  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £346 *

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Start summer celebrations early and enjoy a May Day bank holiday break. With the weather on the up, celebrations left, right and centre and lots of businesses opening their doors for the season ahead, May is an excellent time to escape the routine of everyday life. Whether you are looking forward to a solo retreat, family break or getaway with friends, you are sure to find the perfect cottage to spend your holiday. To get started, browse our selection of 988 available cottages and find your favourite one. Each of our self-catering holiday homes has been handpicked; personally inspected and fully equipped so you can enjoy the finest quality accommodation around. Providing you with help and support every step of the way, you can book with confidence with Classic Cottages.