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
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.
170 May self-catering cottages available in Devon
Fig Tree Cottage
16482 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Instow, North Devon.
Just a few miles inland from north Devon’s beautiful sandy beaches, Fig Tree Cottage is a peaceful retreat with its own large private walled garden and beyond, a further five acres...
Price per week £476 - £759
Scarlett’s Barn
33072 bedroom, rural self catering cottage near Lifton, Dartmoor.
Set amidst truly unspoilt Devonshire countryside, close to the Devon and Cornwall border, Scarlett’s Barn is a delightful home-from-home barn conversion ideal for those who want to...
Price per week £479 - £699
Stable Cottage
40322 bedroom, rural self catering cottage near Honiton, South Devon.
If your idea of a holiday is fresh air and tranquil surroundings, Stable Cottage has the most fabulous south-facing garden and summer-house. Set in the courtyard of a former workin...
Price per week £479 - £699
Cider Barn
42142 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Sidmouth, South Devon.
Nestled in a tranquil valley, Cider Barn has beautiful views across the hamlet of Harpford. This is a haven for walkers with footpaths to the River Otter and access to the East Dev...
Price per week £479 - £699
Our guests rate us 4.8/5 on Feefo, the independent review site.
Feefo ratings
Our latest feedback on Feefo:
Woodbine Barn
40802 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Barnstaple, North Devon.
Woodbine Barn is in a magical rural setting between the stunning beaches of the north Devon coast and the wilds of Exmoor National Park. This very high quality barn conversion is a...
Price per week £480 - £686
The Cow Shed
29772 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Okehampton, North Devon.
This gorgeous detached property will surpass expectations in all respects. Created from an original farm building on an historic farmstead, The Cow Shed excels itself in the attent...
Price per week £484 - £773
Jays Cottage
41172 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Kingsbridge, South Devon.
Jays Cottage is a delightful family-friendly home-from-home situated in the 18th Century country estate of Colmer. The breathtaking locality of this cottage makes venturing out an...
Price per week £485 - £774
Foxglove
38552 bedroom self catering cottage near Kingsbridge, South Devon.
Foxglove is an exceptionally charming stone-built cottage nestled within 21 acres of the fabulous Stancombe Manor grounds. This picturesque and tranquil setting doesn't just offer ...
Price per week £493 - £825
Leigh Barn
28772 bedroom cottage near Kingsbridge, south Devon.
Found in the quiet hamlet of Leigh, Grade I Listed Leigh Barton is partly a designated ancient monument and a fine example of a medieval monastic grange and outbuildings, where the...
Price per week £502 - £802
Lena Cottage
32922 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.
Lena is just beautiful with a cosy sitting/dining-room, a wood-burner and under-floor heating which keeps the slate floors downstairs warm underfoot. A modern well-equipped kitchen...
Price per week £505 - £805
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.