Cottages for May bank holidays in East Devon

Cottages for May bank holidays in East Devon

May is when East Devon comes alive, the winter is left behind and a sunny day feels like summer in a early May bank holiday cottage. Read more

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We have 55 available for the May Day bank holiday in East Devon

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 a National Landscapes area (formerly known as an Area of Outstanding Nat...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Thu

7 nights from £343 *

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

Swallows' Rest is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Beaminster, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £403

Swallows' Rest

4644

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Beaminster, Dorset.


The sleepy west Dorset countryside awaits you at this cute bolthole for two (plus your four-legged friends). Tucked away at the end of the owners' garden, this converted barn is hi...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £403

Stargazy Sky Shepherd's Hut is a Gorgeous shepherds hut sleeping 2 near Lyme Regis, East Devon.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

From £58 per night

Stargazy Sky Shepherd's Hut

3296

Gorgeous shepherds hut sleeping 2 near Lyme Regis, East Devon.


The location high above the Axe Valley as it heads to the Jurassic Coast just a few miles away could not be more magical. Easy to reach, yet off the beaten track for the last adven...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

From £58 per night

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The Forecast is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage near Lyme Regis, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £432

The Forecast

6027

1 bedroom self catering cottage near Lyme Regis, South Devon.


Introducing The Forecast. This fabulous lodge, fully complete with luxury sauna, is the perfect retreat for a couple looking for a special getaway. This beautiful bolthole enjoys t...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £432

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  • 30% off

    27 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2026

    £431.90 £302.33

Old Orchard Cabin is a Bespoke dog friendly cabin with wood-fired hot tub in Colyton, Devon
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £440

Old Orchard Cabin

3742

Bespoke dog friendly cabin with wood-fired hot tub in Colyton, Devon


Snuggled into the hillside and reached on foot up through an ancient orchard, this bespoke cabin is the ultimate rural retreat. Gaze at the stars through the window from your super...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £440

The Cowshed is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Lyme Regis, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £441 *

The Cowshed

4743

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Lyme Regis, Dorset.


Nestled in the sleepy Somerset countryside, The Cowshed is a converted farm building, offering an excellent retreat. From the moment you arrive at this 'off the beaten track' setti...

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

7 nights from £441 *

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  • 10% off

    27 Mar 2026 - 3 Apr 2026

    From £572.40 £515.16

  • 10% off

    3 Apr 2026 - 10 Apr 2026

    From £576.00 £518.40

  • 10% off

    10 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

    From £603.00 £542.70

The Apple Press is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Lyme Regis, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £468 *

The Apple Press

4744

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Lyme Regis, Dorset.


Just ten miles north of Lyme Regis, the 'Pearl of Dorset', situated in gentle Somerset countryside is The Apple Press, a fabulously converted single storey farm building. The o...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £468 *

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  • 10% off

    10 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

    From £910.00 £819.00

  • 10% off

    17 Apr 2026 - 24 Apr 2026

    From £728.00 £655.20

Annie's View is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly Shepherds Hut near Ottery St Mary, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 3 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

From £68 per night *

Annie's View

5179

1 bedroom, dog friendly Shepherds Hut near Ottery St Mary, South Devon.


Nestled away in gorgeous tranquil countryside you'll find Annie's View, a truly delightful shepherd's hut ideal for a cosy couple's retreat to the beautiful county of Devon. With w...

  • Sleeps 3 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

From £68 per night *

Flat 3, 1 May Terrace is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach near Sidmouth.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £478

Flat 3, 1 May Terrace

5953

1 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach near Sidmouth.


Welcome to May Terrace and Regency Sidmouth. Just a few minutes' walk takes you to the beautiful seafront, promenade, beaches and magnificent red cliffs. En route you will discover...

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

7 nights from £478

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A sunny day in May can feel like summer, especially in East Devon. 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 55 holiday cottages available in East Devon for your May escape.