Cottages for May in Devon
Short break over a bank holiday, half-term getaway with the children or romantic escape for two ahead of the summer crowds, Devon offers an idyllic base for a holiday this May. Pack your bags and be on your way, a luxury self-catering cottage awaits. Make the most of this beautiful month and book your private cottage now. Read more
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.233 May self-catering cottages available in Devon
7 nights from £1433 booking fees included
Island Cottage
61963 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...
7 nights from £1433
7 nights from £776 booking fees included
The Old Carriage House
61882 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Crediton, Devon.
If you want to get away from the madding crowd and be off the beaten track surrounded by the Devon countryside, with that something special that a great holiday deserves, The Old C...
7 nights from £776
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7 nights from £645 booking fees included
Ebony
6171Dog friendly cabin for two, with a wood-fired hot tub in Holsworthy, Devon.
Nestled in the heart of the Devonshire countryside, this beautifully crafted curved cabin offers the ultimate romantic retreat for two. Designed to blend comfort and nature, Eb...
7 nights from £645
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10% off
13 Aug 2026 - 19 Aug 2026
From £917.50 £831.05 booking fees included
7 nights from £719 booking fees included
The Milk Churn
61612 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near South Molton, North Devon.
Nestled deep in the heart of the tranquil countryside of north Devon, The Milk Churn is a delightful rural getaway where you can totally relax and re-charge in blissful surrounding...
7 nights from £719
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7 nights from £618 booking fees included
The Sandy Den
61561 bedroom, dog friendly apartment with sea views in Shaldon, Devon.
Introducing The Sandy Den, a fabulous ground floor retreat for two within a converted Victorian residence located in the heart of the village of Shaldon in Teignmouth. This fabulou...
7 nights from £618
7 nights from £927 booking fees included
Northleigh Barn
61472 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Crediton, North Devon.
Welcome to Northleigh Barn, a splendid rural retreat, located on the Two Moors Way, providing the perfect setting for those wishing to relax and unwind in the most serene countrysi...
7 nights from £927
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10% off
21 Aug 2026 - 28 Aug 2026
From £1263.00 £1143.00 booking fees included
7 nights from £765 booking fees included
Shillings Cottage
61401 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Honiton, South Devon.
Sat on a gentle hillside, this pretty flint cottage with a glorious outdoor seasonal swimming pool and stunning gardens is perfect for those looking for peace and tranquility. Nest...
7 nights from £765
7 nights from £1013 * booking fees included
7 Bay View
60693 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Croyde, Devon.
Set in the heart of Croyde, a few minutes' walk from its world-class surfing beach, this modern, stylish holiday home offers the perfect base for a memorable north Devon escape. Wi...
7 nights from £1013 *
7 nights from £1480 booking fees included
Mount Folly Farmhouse
61083 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea.
Welcoming you to Mount Folly Farmhouse, a fabulous retreat which enjoys both coast and country. On entering Mount Folly Farmhouse you will feel immediately at home, this spacious y...
7 nights from £1480
7 nights from £1480 booking fees included
Mount Folly Penthouse
61093 bedroom apartment with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.
If you're looking for a beautifully finished penthouse apartment, boasting the most spectacular views from almost every window, a glorious hot tub and outdoor sauna perched overloo...
7 nights from £1480
Arrive at your handpicked holiday home safe in the knowledge it’s been fully inspected.
Quality inspections
We check our holiday homes to ensure that everything is up to our high standards for your holiday, from provision of our above standard minimum inventory to how fluffy the towels are, we make sure you’ll have a comfortable stay.
Hardworking teams of housekeepers will have the place spick and span, ready for your arrival, so when you get there you can just relax.
The countryside is awash with colour, beaches are sun-kissed and quiet, towns begin picking up the pace and lots of events and festivals start taking place. Devon in May is an exciting month, filled with as much opportunity for exploration as relaxation. Get out and about in the day and discover all there is on offer. Then, when you've had your fill, return to your very own private haven and relax in style.
Whatever you're looking for, be it a family-friendly property over half-term, a seaside sanctuary for May bank holiday or a dog-friendly retreat in the country, our luxury portfolio offers a wide range of beautiful cottages.
May Retreats in Devon
Make the most of the opportunity to unwind under spring sunshine and get the pre-summer celebrations in early. Our cottages provide luxury home-from-homes in Devon, just right for a tranquil holiday this May. To make your experience as easy and stress-free as possible, we will guide you every step of the way. Don't worry about packing everything and the kitchen sink either. All of our cottages are personally inspected and completely equipped with everything you could need and more during your holiday. Everything from your bed linens down to the last glistening teaspoon is provided, so you needn't worry about a thing.
