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.
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 874 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.
We have 874 self catering cottages available to rent in May
Little Tregerry
38591 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Launceston, North Cornwall.
If you're looking for a peaceful break for two, you need look no further than Little Tregerry. Located down a country lane, in the heart of the Cornish countryside, this is the per...
Price per week £252 - £420
Rosemary Cottage
37501 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Crantock, North Cornwall.
Tucked away in the rural hamlet of Trevilson, only a few miles inland from north Cornwall's breathtaking coastline, this delightful little cottage is the perfect bijou bolthole for...
Price per week £261 - £456
Don’t miss out; reserve your favourite 2019 holiday cottage for just £30
Reserve your 2019 holiday
Our portfolio gets better year after year, with all the old favourites and some stunning new additions, so get in there quick and reserve your preferred dates for only £30.
Pick a place close to the coast for that year-round holiday vibe, or book a holiday townhouse to be close to every convenience. Escape to the country for peace and quiet or take to the moors for walks through wide open spaces, we’ve got plenty of holiday cottages for you to choose from for next year.
Reserve next year's holiday in advance to give you peace of mind and put off paying your deposit till after this summer (5th November). That way you know your preferred dates are yours for the choosing and you can get on with enjoying the rest of this year's holiday (before looking forward to the next!).
Prospect Cottage
25931 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.
Walkers and birdwatchers will enjoy the flora and fauna of the moors and wetlands surrounding Prospect Cottage, while both coastlines are less than a ten minute drive away. Soft bl...
Price per week £272 - £455
Little Barn Retreat
41871 bedroom, rural self catering cottage in Newport, Isle of Wight
This absolutely gorgeous barn conversion is the perfect place for a couple's holiday, located on the Durton Farm Estate in the centre of the Island. Lovingly refurbished by the own...
Price per week £275 - £450
The Old Loft
31681 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Portscatho.
Ideal for couples this detached, single-storey converted barn is located at Treluggan, a small country hamlet in the heart of the Roseland peninsula. There are some lovely coastal ...
Price per week £292 - £396
Buzzard's Rise
40991 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Falmouth, West Cornwall.
Buzzard’s Rise is an idyllic countryside retreat. Tucked away in a small hamlet, this contemporary barn conversion is great for exploring Cornwall or staying at home watching the w...
Price per week £294 - £429
Winwalloe Cottage
37742 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Looe, South Cornwall.
Tucked down a leafy lane with birdsong in the air, the rural tranquility of this pretty semi-detached cottage will delight those looking for a break from busy daily lives. Just...
Price per week £295 - £615 *
* Includes 20% off for parties up to 2 + cot on selected dates. Bedroom 2 is excluded at the discounted rate.
Bay Tree Barn
17101 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near St Ives, West Cornwall.
A hop, skip and a jump from wonderful beaches, galleries and restaurants, Bay Tree Barn is a delightful semi-detached cottage in a small hamlet on the edge of dramatic moorland, ju...
Price per week £298 - £521
Our property managers are local experts who handpick perfect places to stay.
Local experts
We scour the coast and country to winkle out bits worth sharing with you, the best properties in lovely locations. While we’re out and about, we gather together the best things to do so that you can start planning your holiday as soon as you’ve booked.
The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.
An Skyber
20351 bedroom, rural cottage near the beach near St Ives, West Cornwall.
With sea views across moorland to the Atlantic Ocean from the upper ground floor bedroom, this compact barn conversion will provide a perfect base from which to explore the west Pe...
Price per week £299 - £436
The Sail Loft
41071 bedroom self catering apartment with sea views in Seaview, Isle of Wight
This gorgeous top floor one bedroom apartment has spectacular sea views over the rooftops across the Solent and is just a few minutes from Seaview village and the beach. Newly dec...
Price per week £300 - £400