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
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.276 May Day bank holiday cottages in Devon
7 nights from £290 *
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 t...
7 nights from £290 *
7 nights from £290 *
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 £290 *
7 nights from £290 *
Swallow Cottage
60392 bedroom, dog friendly holiday 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 £290 *
7 nights from £338
The Nest
48941 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...
7 nights from £338
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7 nights from £343 *
Lower Barn
49832 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...
7 nights from £343 *
7 nights from £350
Moonstone
19801 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...
7 nights from £350
7 nights from £359 *
Horseshoe Cottage
23482 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 ...
7 nights from £359 *
7 nights from £374
Hatway Hideaway
48491 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...
7 nights from £374
7 nights from £382
The Nook
56621 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, ...
7 nights from £382
7 nights from £384
Bay Tree Cottage
49312 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...
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.
