Holiday Cottages for May

Holiday Cottages for May

May, that wonderful bridge between spring and summer, where temperatures begin to rise and blue skies and sunshine become a regular feature. Settle into the holiday mode and make the most of a quieter towns, beaches and countryside before summer crowds arrive. With new life and colour bursting at the scenes, this is a magical time of year, perfect for a holiday to refresh the senses and revive the soul. Read more

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We have 1249 self catering cottages available to rent in May

Juniper is a Converted 1900s railway wagon with an outdoor bath in Wales.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £517

Juniper

6133

Converted 1900s railway wagon with an outdoor bath in Wales.


Nestled at the foot of Dolfan Hill, Juniper is an olive-green converted railway wagon offering the ultimate Welsh countryside escape. Lovingly restored from an early 1900s wagon, t...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £517

Seren is a Converted 1900s railway wagon with an outdoor bath in Wales.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £517

Seren

6134

Converted 1900s railway wagon with an outdoor bath in Wales.


Sheltered at the foot of Dolfan Hill, Seren is a beautifully converted blue railway wagon offering the ultimate romantic escape in the Welsh countryside. This special hideaway invi...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £517

Larkspur Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Praa Sands.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £813 *

Larkspur Cottage

6151

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Praa Sands.


Located in the peaceful village of Germoe in west Cornwall, Larkspur Cottage is a picture-perfect thatched home brimming with history, charm and countryside tranquility. This encha...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £813 *

Bee's Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Hunstanton.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £806

Bee's Cottage

6155

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Hunstanton.


Escape to the stunning Norfolk coast and stay at Bee's Cottage that sits in the pretty village of Heacham. Sleeping up to four guests, this welcoming abode is perfect for couples, ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £806

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The Grove is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Truro, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £669

The Grove

6089

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Truro, South Cornwall.


Nestled in a peaceful nook of rural south Cornwall you will find this charming traditional cottage; perfectly located to explore this stunning part of the county. The large dramati...

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

7 nights from £669

Horizons is a 3 bedroom cottage with sea views in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £1282

Horizons

6177

3 bedroom cottage with sea views in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.


Horizons is a stunning coastal home set back from the sandy beach and turquoise sea at beautiful Praa Sands, one of Cornwall’s most loved beach destinations. Sleeping six guest...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £1282

Trebudannon Farm

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots in 2 properties
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1288

The Nook is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Mawgan Porth, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £577

The Nook

6138

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Mawgan Porth, North Cornwall.


Nestled on the north coast of Cornwall, found through lanes, is your little slice of heaven. The Nook offers the total seclusion of the countryside and the draw of the sea - the be...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £577

Robinsons Cottage is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage in Mullion, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Thu

7 nights from £487

Robinsons Cottage

6160

1 bedroom self catering cottage in Mullion, West Cornwall.


A sweet and well-appointed cottage set within a secluded and enchanting country estate, near all the prime locations for exploration on the Lizard peninsula. It's the perfect pad t...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Thu

7 nights from £487

Bochym Manor

  • Sleeps 20 + 6 cots in 5 properties
  • Changeover Sun

7 nights from £3527

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If you've got children, May half-term provides an excellent opportunity to gather together the family and escape for a while on a dream holiday. Book yourself a luxury self-catering cottage and catch up properly - it's much easier without the distractions of everyday life. However many are in your gang, we'll help you find the perfect cottage. Many of our properties have a games room too, so the kids can keep themselves entertained. Or if your little ones are something of a water baby, why not book a holiday cottage with a swimming pool? We have shared and private pools to offer, so take your pick.

May isn't just about half term though. We also have two bank holidays to look forward to, as well as plenty of chances for spontaneous short breaks and much anticipated weeks away ahead of the summer. From idyllic one-bed retreats up to huge 8-bedroom properties big enough for all your nearest and dearest, you can tailor your dream holiday. It's good news for Fido too, as lots of our cottages are dog-friendly.

May Holidays 

From country to coast, the holiday of a lifetime awaits you. Browse our list of 1249 available cottages and take a step closer to a luxury retreat in May. All of our cottages are handpicked; personally inspected and fully equipped with a complete inventory for your total ease and comfort.