May Day Bank Holiday Breaks in Cornwall

May Day Bank Holiday Breaks in Cornwall

Take a walk through lush woodland, carpeted in a thick layer of bluebells. Walk along empty beaches and play chase with the water on the shore. Sit outside on a restaurant terrace and feel the first signs of summer as the sun warms your cheeks. A May Day bank holiday in Cornwall can provide an idyllic opportunity to let go of your worries and relax in your own private haven.  Read more

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We have 697 May Day cottages in Cornwall

Kernow River View is a 2 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Saltash, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £299 *

Kernow River View

5046

2 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Saltash, South Cornwall.


Perfectly situated on the border between Cornwall and Devon and with unsurpassed south-facing views towards the river Tamar, Kernow River View is a delightful holiday abode. Ideal ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £299 *

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

7 nights from £315

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 £315

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  • 15% off

    29 May 2026 - 5 Jun 2026

    From £480.00 £408.00

Mill Cottage is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage near Boscastle, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £317 *

Mill Cottage

4867

2 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...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £317 *

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

7 nights from £317

The Stables

5239

1 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...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £317

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

7 nights from £321

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 £321

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

Buzzard's Rise is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Falmouth, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £329

Buzzard's Rise

4099

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


A cosy hideaway for you and your dog; perfect for those wanting to get away and enjoy the peace and quiet of rural Cornwall with the stunning coastline less than half an hour away....

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

7 nights from £329

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  • 10% off

    6 Jun 2026 - 13 Jun 2026

    From £476.00 £428.40

  • 10% off

    13 Jun 2026 - 20 Jun 2026

    From £501.00 £450.90

Little Tregerry is a 1 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Launceston, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £330

Little Tregerry

3859

1 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Launceston, North Cornwall.


If you're seeking a peaceful retreat for two, look no further than Little Tregerry. Tucked away along a quiet country lane in the heart of the Cornish countryside, this idyllic esc...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £330

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  • 10% off

    29 May 2026 - 5 Jun 2026

    From £465.00 £418.50

  • 10% off

    5 Jun 2026 - 12 Jun 2026

    From £439.00 £395.10

  • 10% off

    12 Jun 2026 - 19 Jun 2026

    From £459.00 £413.10

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

7 nights from £330

Barton Cottage

4326

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


A warm welcome awaits you at this gorgeous retreat for two set in the peace and tranquility of the glorious Cornish countryside. Located at the end of a pretty tree-lined private l...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £330

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

Each and every one of our cottages is fully equipped with everything you’ll need on holiday.

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Across Cornwall, May brings a surge of colour to the county. With spring enjoying its final flourishes and summer just around the corner, you can expect a revived energy and lots to look forward. Whatever you are looking for, be it a cosy cottage by the sea, dog-friendly rural retreat or spacious hub with room enough for all the family, our selection of 697 Cornwall cottages available for May Day bank holiday is sure to set your mind rolling. Browse through our portfolio and let your thoughts race, a dream holiday is just around the corner this May. At Classic Cottages, we pride ourselves on marketing only the finest self-catering holiday cottages in Cornwall. With each one handpicked and regularly inspected, we want to make sure your holiday is the best it can be.