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 1298 self catering cottages available to rent in May

Beau's Barn is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Padstow, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £833 booking fees included

Beau's Barn

6197

3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Padstow, North Cornwall.


Escape the everyday with a well-deserved break at this rural retreat, nestled in the glorious Cornish countryside, yet only four miles from Padstow, Cornwall's culinary capital, an...

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

7 nights from £833

Hawcombe Cottage is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Tavistock.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £672 booking fees included

Hawcombe Cottage

6205

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Tavistock.


Tucked away in the pretty riverside village of Bere Ferrers, Hawcombe Cottage is a charming hideaway for two, perfectly placed for those seeking a peaceful escape surrounded by the...

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

7 nights from £672

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Little Owl Barn is a 1 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Croyde, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £776 booking fees included

Little Owl Barn

6194

1 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Croyde, North Devon.


Tucked away in a secluded oasis, in the charming hamlet of Putsborough on north Devon's spectacular coastline, this beautifully renovated retreat is a hidden gem. Just a short stro...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £776

April Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Coverack.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Thu

7 nights from £687 booking fees included

April Cottage

6199

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


Tucked away in an historic beachside location, this chic yet characterful semi-detached cottage has been lovingly restored and brought back to life, creating the perfect escape for...

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

7 nights from £687

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Camusasaig is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage with loch views near Fort William.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £949 booking fees included

Camusasaig

6189

2 bedroom self catering cottage with loch views near Fort William.


Perched on the water’s edge, with uninterrupted views of Loch Linnhe in all its glory, sits Camusasaig a charming and perfectly located cottage for two with all the romance of a Sc...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £949

Riverside Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Flushing, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £679 booking fees included

Riverside Cottage

6163

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Flushing, Cornwall.


Tucked away in the pretty, waterside village of Flushing, this lovely terraced property is perfectly located in a peaceful spot and just a short stroll downhill to the water, only ...

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

7 nights from £679

Trevaskis Farmhouse is a 6 bedroom, dog friendly self catering home near Hayle, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 12 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £2342 * booking fees included

Trevaskis Farmhouse

6166

6 bedroom, dog friendly self catering home near Hayle, West Cornwall.


Set within 28 acres of beautiful Cornish countryside, Trevaskis Farmhouse offers a truly special stay in the heart of rural west Cornwall. Located within the grounds of the much-lo...

  • Sleeps 12 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £2342 *

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Carn Marth Lodge is a 4 bedroom self catering cottage near Portreath, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £2001 * booking fees included

Carn Marth Lodge

6198

4 bedroom self catering cottage near Portreath, North Cornwall.


From the moment you arrive at Carn Marth Lodge, it's clear this is somewhere rather special. Beautifully designed throughout with luxurious finishes, generous living spaces and exc...

  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £2001 *

Porto Cottage is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in St Agnes, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £714 booking fees included

Porto Cottage

6195

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in St Agnes, Cornwall.


This stylish hideaway with individual interiors is set in a peaceful location just a short walk from the heart of the trendy, yet historic, village of St Agnes. Porto Cottage is a ...

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

7 nights from £714

Island Cottage is a 3 bedroom cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 7 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1433 booking fees included

Island Cottage

6196

3 bedroom cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.


Welcome to Island Cottage, nestled in the sought-after village of Bigbury-on-Sea, its elevated location provides beautiful views of both Bigbury beach, Bantham beach and the iconic...

  • Sleeps 7 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1433

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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 1298 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.