Cottages for May bank holidays in South West Cornwall
May is when South West Cornwall comes alive, the winter is left behind and a sunny day feels like summer in a early May bank holiday cottage.Read more
A sunny day in May can feel like summer, especially in South West Cornwall. The schools have gone back. And the May calendar in the South West is bursting with high days, holidays and Pagan customs so peculiar you couldn't make them up. Have a peek at what's available. Use the search options on the left to choose the length of your break and the area where you want to stay. We've got 151 holiday cottages available in South West Cornwall for your May escape.
We have 151 available for the May Day bank holiday in South West Cornwall
New bookings can be placed for any holiday arriving on or after the 4th July 2020. COVID-19
7 nights from £289
Buzzard's Rise
40991 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Falmouth, West Cornwall.
Tucked away down a Cornish country lane, this contemporary barn conversion is a great base for exploring Cornwall or the perfect spot for enjoying the bountiful wildlife in the sur...
7 nights from £289
7 nights from £291
Hannah's Haven
4221Rural shepherds hut near the beach at Porthtowan, North Cornwall.
Situated in a quiet rural little spot just two miles from Porthtowan you'll find Hannah's Haven. Named after the owners' daughter, this quirky shepherd's hut offers comfortable acc...
7 nights from £291
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 £291
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 £291
7 nights from £318
Credo Cottage
43751 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Marazion, Cornwall.
This tiny but well-planned hideaway is directly across the sea from St Michael's Mount in the popular market town of Marazion, which has an array of restaurants, pubs and galleries...
7 nights from £318
7 nights from £327
Rosemerryn Cottage
43011 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Falmouth.
A truly charming semi-detached cottage set in tranquil countryside of the Helford; this sunny sheltered spot is the perfect place to relax and a fabulous base for exploring this pr...
7 nights from £327
7 nights from £331
The Old Stable
19011 bedroom, rural self catering cottage near Helston, 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 ...
7 nights from £331
7 nights from £337
Sundial
21182 bedroom apartment near the beach in Falmouth, South Cornwall.
Sundial is an immaculately presented ground floor apartment in a quiet residential area above Falmouth’s town centre. Ideal for both couples and families, all the town’s facilities...
7 nights from £337
7 nights from £338
The Workshop
22451 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Falmouth, West Cornwall.
This delectably simple little pied-a-terre, set midway between both coasts, makes an ideal base for exploring Cornwall. The private south-facing garden, with its handy shed for ...
7 nights from £338
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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 £357
The Hideaway
29251 bedroom self catering cottage in Helston, West Cornwall.
Tucked away and hidden from view yet only a short walk from Helston with its shops, pubs and cafes, this delightful cottage is beautifully furnished and equipped to a very high sta...
7 nights from £357
7 nights from £359
Poppy
23611 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Porthleven with a hot tub.
Poppy's private hot tub is a real treat. The cottage itself is also absolutely delightful, with its beautifully furnished wood-floored living-room, pretty bedroom with king-size be...
7 nights from £359