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 649 available cottages today. Read more
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 649 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.
We have 649 cottages available for May Day bank holiday
7 nights from £279
Lower Hewton Cottage
28471 bedroom, rural self catering cottage near Okehampton, North Devon.
What a tranquil spot this is amidst rolling fields and wooded valleys. Lower Hewton Farm dates back to the 16th Century and the cottage, which adjoins the main house, is welcoming ...
7 nights from £279
7 nights from £289
West Flatlet
36921 bedroom self catering apartment near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
West Flatlet is situated right in the heart of Seaview village and is perfect for couples looking for a coastal break. This small but cosy and comfortable first floor flat sits at ...
7 nights from £289
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.
7 nights from £300
The Sail Loft
41071 bedroom self catering apartment with sea views in Seaview, Isle of Wight
This gorgeous top floor one bedroom apartment has spectacular sea views over the rooftops across the Solent and is just a few minutes from Seaview village and the beach. Newly dec...
7 nights from £300
7 nights from £301
Prospect Cottage
25931 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.
Walkers and birdwatchers will enjoy the flora and fauna of the moors and wetlands surrounding Prospect Cottage, while both coastlines are less than a ten minute drive away. Soft bl...
7 nights from £301
7 nights from £307
Blackberry Jack's Wagon
4222Rural glamping wagon near the beach at Porthtowan, North Cornwall.
Situated just outside the delightful hamlet of Mawla, only two miles from Porthtowan's sandy beach, is Blackberry Jack's Wagon, a genuine and utterly charming former steam-engine d...
7 nights from £307
7 nights from £307
Buzzard's Rise
40991 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Falmouth, West Cornwall.
Buzzard’s Rise is an idyllic countryside retreat. Tucked away in a small hamlet, this contemporary barn conversion is great for exploring Cornwall or staying at home watching the w...
7 nights from £307
7 nights from £313
An Skyber
20351 bedroom, rural cottage near the beach near St Ives, West Cornwall.
With sea views across moorland to the Atlantic Ocean from the upper ground floor bedroom, this compact barn conversion will provide a perfect base from which to explore the west Pe...
7 nights from £313
7 nights from £326
The Lobster Pot
33021 bedroom cottage near the beach in The Lizard, West Cornwall.
Located on the edge of Lizard village within walking distance of the sea, a selection of pubs, restaurants, cafes and shops, this small but perfectly formed studio attached to Bric...
7 nights from £326
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We scour the coast and country to winkle out bits worth sharing with you, the best properties in lovely locations. While we’re out and about, we gather together the best things to do so that you can start planning your holiday as soon as you’ve booked.
The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.
7 nights from £329
Munnings Studio
25101 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Lamorna Cove.
Cosy and all on one level, the open plan living area in Munnings Studio has a modern kitchen, dining-table and a comfortable sofa facing the wall-mounted plasma television. The com...
7 nights from £329
7 nights from £338
Forda Hayloft
10081 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.
Close to Dartmoor National Park, dog-friendly and with gorgeous, extensive grounds, this former hayloft is a delight; think roses around the door, beamed ceilings and a welcoming o...
7 nights from £338