Cottages for May bank holidays in South England

Cottages for May bank holidays in South England

May is when South England 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 113 available for the May Day bank holiday in South England

1 Harrow Cottages is a 1 bedroom self catering apartment near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £421 booking fees included

1 Harrow Cottages

4642

1 bedroom self catering apartment near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.


This charming first floor apartment is in Nettlestone, just up the hill from Seaview and within walking distance of the beach. Surrounded by countryside there are lovely views from...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £421

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    11 Jul 2026 - 18 Jul 2026

    £551.00 £503.80 booking fees included

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    18 Jul 2026 - 25 Jul 2026

    From £551.00 £503.80 booking fees included

Carter's Cottage is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage near Hailsham.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £441 booking fees included

Carter's Cottage

6005

1 bedroom self catering cottage near Hailsham.


This cosy and well-appointed semi-detached country retreat sits on a working heavy horse farm, perfect for couples or solo travellers looking to unwind, reconnect and enjoy the slo...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £441

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Isla Rose is a Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

From £57 per night + £53 booking fees

Isla Rose

5948

Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.


This oh-so-romantic shepherd's hut for two lies in the beautiful countryside of West Sussex and offers an idyllic, peaceful escape that's dog friendly too. Just a mere two hours...

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

From £57 per night

Cala Lily is a Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

From £57 per night + £53 booking fees

Cala Lily

5289

Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.


With countryside views and just two hours from London, Cala Lily is a luxury shepherd's hut situated in the beautiful countryside of West Sussex and offers a dreamy escape where yo...

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

From £57 per night

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Douglas Fir is a Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

From £65 per night + £53 booking fees

Douglas Fir

5290

Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.


Hidden away in the West Sussex countryside yet just two hours from London, this luxury shepherd's hut offers a magical escape for two. Beautiful and handcrafted, it has all you ...

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

From £65 per night

Bloomsbury Cottage is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Wadhurst.
  • Sleeps 2 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £537 booking fees included

Bloomsbury Cottage

6186

1 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Wadhurst.


For a digital detox head to the beautiful countryside of the High Weald National Landscape to stay at this unique timber-cladded barn that offers a peaceful escape just moments fro...

  • Sleeps 2 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £537

Sawmill Cottage is a 1 bedroom, dog-friendly self-catering cottage in Royal Tunbridge Wells.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £539 booking fees included

Sawmill Cottage

4425

1 bedroom, dog-friendly self-catering cottage in Royal Tunbridge Wells.


On the site of the 18th Century sawmill and on the common across the road from The Pantiles, Sawmill Cottage is ideally suited for couples wishing to explore the Royal Spa town of ...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £539

Jessie is a Luxury dog friendly Shepherds Hut near Battle.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

From £69 per night + £53 booking fees

Jessie

5231

Luxury dog friendly Shepherds Hut near Battle.


Jessie is a gorgeous shepherd's hut situated two hours from London, tucked away down a long meandering path in a paddock between crab apple and cherry trees, with views of the Suss...

  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

From £69 per night

Hayesland Lodge is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Rye.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £563 booking fees included

Hayesland Lodge

5700

1 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Rye.


This gem is situated in a peaceful and tranquil setting in a National Landscape (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) with farmland views, a short drive from the coast and the me...

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

7 nights from £563

1 Thatched Cottage is a 2 bedroom thatched, self catering cottage with sea views in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £584 * booking fees included

1 Thatched Cottage

3508

2 bedroom thatched, self catering cottage with sea views in Seaview, Isle of Wight.


If the restorative power of the sea appeals to you, 1 Thatched Cottage with its uninterrupted views is an ideal holiday home. This 19th Century semi-detached property combines old ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £584 *

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A sunny day in May can feel like summer, especially in South England. 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 113 holiday cottages available in South England for your May escape.