Devon Retreats for May Day Bank Holiday

Devon Retreats for May Day Bank Holiday

Give yourself something to look forward to and book yourself a May Day bank holiday break. All around Devon the county is awash with colour and bustling with activity. With so many things to see and do, you can make the most of this wonderful time of year from the comfort of a luxury home-from-home. Browse our portfolio and secure your May retreat today for memories tomorrow. Read more

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277 May Day bank holiday cottages in Devon

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

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 Thu

7 nights from £338

Lower Barn is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage near Colyton, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Thu

7 nights from £343 *

Lower Barn

4983

2 bedroom self catering cottage near Colyton, South Devon.


Tucked away in a secluded position on a working farm, Lower Barn is a cosy countryside hideaway, nestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in east Devon. A simply lovely cho...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Thu

7 nights from £343 *

Moonstone is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Clovelly, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £350

Moonstone

1980

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Clovelly, North Devon.


Moonstone is a delightful single-storey, one bedroom, detached cottage just 1.5 miles from the rugged north Devon coast and the dramatic coastal path. At low tide, vast expanses of...

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

7 nights from £350

Wren Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £350 *

Wren Cottage

6038

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.


Just a few miles from the dramatic north Devon coastline, and nestled in acres of farm and woodlands, this former cattle shed offers the perfect rural retreat and plenty of reasons...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £350 *

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Swallow Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage in Bideford, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £350 *

Swallow Cottage

6039

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage in Bideford, North Devon.


Perched above a central courtyard with views across the Devon countryside, this rural retreat is perfect for small families or couples seeking peace and comfort in beautiful surrou...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £350 *

Kingfisher Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £350 *

Kingfisher Cottage

6040

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.


Nestled in the heart of the north Devon countryside, this cosy cottage is a delightful ground floor converted barn offering the perfect countryside escape for families, couples and...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £350 *

Horseshoe Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £359 *

Horseshoe Cottage

2348

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.


Nestled in the grounds of a gorgeous, secluded farm sits Horseshoe Cottage, a beautiful retreat full of traditional features that has a real sense of character to it. This getaway ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £359 *

Hatway Hideaway is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Sidmouth, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £374

Hatway Hideaway

4849

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Sidmouth, South Devon.


Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by unforgettable Devon countryside, Hatway Hideaway is a wonderful, pocket sized haven for those looking for peace and...

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

7 nights from £374

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

7 nights from £382

The Nook

5662

1 bedroom self catering cottage near Okehampton, North Devon.


Escape to a gorgeous nook, the perfect hot tub holiday haven for a couple looking to escape and recharge. Tucked away in rural west Devon just outside the village of North Tawton, ...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £382

Bay Tree Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Clovelly, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £384

Bay Tree Cottage

4931

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Clovelly, North Devon.


Nestled in the idyllic, unspoilt Devonshire village of Hartland, Bay Tree Cottage is a delightful holiday home, perfect for exploring miles of the stunning South West Coast Path (T...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £384

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Head to Devon and savour the new lease of life that comes with this time of year. As May rolls around, the county is in full bloom and events and festivities take place throughout. With a Classic cottage, you can spend your day exploring and soaking in the sights, and then when you're ready, return to you very own slice of heaven. Whoever you plan to share your experience with, be it a solo adventure, dog-friendly escape, romantic retreat or group gathering, we will help you find the right cottage for you. At Classic Cottages, we carefully select all of our properties so that only the finest make it onto our books. Each one is fully equipped with a complete inventory too, so everything you could need for your May Day holiday is provided. From your bed linens to your fluffy bathroom towels to your morning coffee pot, we think of everything so you don't have to. All you need to do? Relax and make memories - you're on holiday.