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 1347 available cottages today. Read more
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 1347 cottages available for May Day bank holiday
7 nights from £230 booking fees included
Elfie
6062Fairytale cabin with wood-burner and landscape views in Shropshire.
Please note Elfie welcomes 1-night stays all year round. For more information please contact the sales team on 01326 555555 Nestled in the heart of the Shropshire Hills, this un...
7 nights from £230
7 nights from £308 * booking fees included
Wren Cottage
60382 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.
Offering an indoor swimming pool, table-tennis, and 12 acres of pasture and woodland for children to explore, Wren Cottage promises a fun-packed yet relaxed family holiday. Set in ...
7 nights from £308 *
Arrive at your handpicked holiday home safe in the knowledge it’s been fully inspected.
Quality inspections
We check our holiday homes to ensure that everything is up to our high standards for your holiday, from provision of our above standard minimum inventory to how fluffy the towels are, we make sure you’ll have a comfortable stay.
Hardworking teams of housekeepers will have the place spick and span, ready for your arrival, so when you get there you can just relax.
7 nights from £308 * booking fees included
Kingfisher Cottage
60402 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.
With family-friendly facilities including an indoor swimming pool, table-tennis and plenty of outdoor space to roam, Kingfisher Cottage is an ideal choice for a self-catering holid...
7 nights from £308 *
7 nights from £308 * booking fees included
Swallow Cottage
60392 bedroom self catering cottage in Bideford, North Devon.
With fantastic on-site facilities including an indoor swimming pool, table-tennis and 12 acres of pasture and woodland to explore, Swallow Cottage offers something to keep the whol...
7 nights from £308 *
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7 nights from £378 booking fees included
Cwtch y Rhos
60861 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in Fishguard.
Escape to Cwtch y Rhos for a romantic getaway. Nestling within walking distance of the centre of the historic coastal town of Fishguard and the picturesque harbour of Lower Town, e...
7 nights from £378
7 nights from £378 booking fees included
Prospect Cottage
25931 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 ...
7 nights from £378
7 nights from £380 * booking fees included
Mill Cottage
48672 bedroom self catering cottage near Boscastle, North Cornwall.
Mill Cottage is a delightful mid-terrace barn conversion, offering lovely rural views over the surrounding north Cornwall countryside and less than two miles from pretty Crackingto...
7 nights from £380 *
7 nights from £380 booking fees included
The Stables
52391 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Looe, South Cornwall.
For a tranquil escape in a rather special setting, The Stables is just the place. Sleeping two, dog-friendly and tucked away in the glorious south Cornwall countryside, this cosy s...
7 nights from £380
7 nights from £383 booking fees included
The Linhay
26611 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...
7 nights from £383
7 nights from £384 booking fees included
The Dairy
52381 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...
7 nights from £384
Need more time? Reserve any cottage for up to 24 hours before booking.
24hr no commitment reservations
You can reserve your holiday dates on your favourite cottage for up to 24 hours. You might need to check with other guests in your party or simply consider whether this cottage is right for your holiday, either way we’re happy to give you the time to step away and mull over your options before paying a penny.
We’ll send you a reminder to see if you want it or not so you won’t lose out. Take time to think it over, you don’t have to rush your decision. Have a cup of tea and when you’re ready, hit the button to book your holiday and start looking forward to it.
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 1347 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.
