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
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 670 self catering cottages available to rent in May
7 nights from £716 *
Boak Villa
59693 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Coverack, Cornwall.
Cradled into the hillside above the charming fishing village of Coverack, Boak Villa boasts a sunny disposition and offers some of the most spectacular sea views you'll find anywhe...
7 nights from £716 *
7 nights from £750 *
The Mowhay
59453 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Padstow, Cornwall.
Nestled in the rural hamlet of Crugmeer, surrounded by glorious countryside yet only a 15-minute walk to Cornwall’s dramatic north coast and a mile from Cornwall’s foodie hotspot o...
7 nights from £750 *
7 nights from £929
Honeystones
59463 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage with sea views in Hunstanton.
Boasting fabulous far-reaching sea views across The Wash and perfectly situated close to the iconic lighthouse on the clifftop of Old Hunstanton, Honeystones is a relaxing holiday ...
7 nights from £929
7 nights from £1910 *
Coastview
59476 bedroom holiday home with sea views near Marazion, West Cornwall.
Situated above the sweeping sands of Mount's Bay, Coastview is a truly exceptional detached holiday home in the heart of picturesque Perranuthnoe. Just a stone's throw away from th...
7 nights from £1910 *
7 nights from £1051 *
Higher Pencobben
59505 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Hayle, Cornwall.
Nestled in the heart of gently rolling countryside, protected by the National Trust, Higher Pencobben, accessed by a private lane, is a beautiful rural home offering a haven of pea...
7 nights from £1051 *
From £149 per night
Hush
5963Unique off-grid bespoke cabin in Devon
A romantic woodland wonderland awaits at Hush, a stunning 'truffle' house deep in the heart of Devon that's all about getting back to nature and a more peaceful way of life - bliss...
From £149 per night
From £149 per night
Sun-Dapple
5964Unique off-grid bespoke cabin in Devon
Find your own little slice of woodland heaven at this Danish designed wooden beauty nestled in the heart of Devon - a peaceful, architectural marvel hidden among the oak trees! ...
From £149 per night
7 nights from £770 *
Kingfisher Cottage
59493 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Leominster.
Tucked away in the peaceful Herefordshire countryside, this charming and character-filled cottage offers a perfect blend of traditional style and modern luxury. Surrounded by a bea...
7 nights from £770 *
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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.
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From £99 per night
Albie's Freight Train
5967Dog friendly vintage railway carriage with a wood-fired hot tub near Richmond.
All aboard this little beauty, a stunning converted train carriage complete with wood-fired hot tub. It's the perfect romantic, dog friendly getaway for two with gorgeous countrysi...
From £99 per night
7 nights from £880
Coastguard Lookout
59732 bedroom self catering cottage with sea views in Hunstanton.
Situated in a unique location on the clifftops of the charming town of Hunstanton, Coastguard Lookout sits proudly overlooking the ocean with panoramic views of the beach, changing...
7 nights from £880
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 670 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.
