
Cottages For May in South West
Shhh! Don’t tell too many people this but, if you’re looking for a cottage holiday in May you might have stumbled on one of the best months to visit South West Read more
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 634 self catering cottages available to rent in May in South West
7 nights from £479
The Barn at Little Windsor
59681 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Looe, South Cornwall.
Nestled in the exceptionally pretty Looe valley, with wonderful views across the rolling countryside, come and immerse yourself in Cornish charm, rural bliss and a wonderful wildli...
7 nights from £479
7 nights from £583
Bluebell
5988Dog-friendly showmans wagon with outdoor bath near Mawgan Porth, North Cornwall
We're super excited to introduce you to our very first showman's wagon, a stunningly romantic hideaway for two nestled in north Cornwall that's dog friendly too. Lovingly handcr...
7 nights from £583
Readymade beds and fluffy towels; this simple but appreciated welcome is standard with us.
Towels and readymade beds
All of our cottages provide bed linen and towels as standard, with a change of bedding included for holidays of two weeks or more. You’ll also find a fresh change of towels for each week (for in the house only, please bring your own for the beach) and tea towels a-plenty.
The beds will be readymade and waiting for you on arrival so you can simply sink into comfort and relax straight into your holiday.
7 nights from £761
Quay Cottage
59752 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Devoran, Cornwall.
With creekside views where you can watch the tide ebb and flow this cottage is the perfect escape. Tucked away in the heart of the charming creekside village of Devoran, this beaut...
7 nights from £761
7 nights from £685
Anderton Mill
59792 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Boscastle, North Cornwall.
Looking for the ultimate 'escape away from it all' retreat, where peace and seclusion abound, then look no further than this enchanting woodland hideaway. Tucked away in the beauti...
7 nights from £685
7 nights from £1204
Island Cottage
59603 bedroom, dog friendly cottage set on the beach in Kingsand, Cornwall.
Set right on the beach in the charming village of Kingsand, treat yourself to the ultimate seaside escape where the sound of the waves lapping on the seashore become your daily sou...
7 nights from £1204
7 nights from £663
The Milk Shed
59772 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Padstow, North Cornwall.
Looking for a retreat that offers peace and tranquility in abundance, yet perfect for immersing yourself in north coast living - then look no further than The Milk Shed. Nestled in...
7 nights from £663
7 nights from £805
Water's Edge
59802 bedroom, dog friendly apartment with sea views in Looe, Cornwall.
With stunning estuary views over the waters of the Looe River to the countryside beyond and stylish interiors - Water's Edge is an absolute gem! Boasting a prime location, high abo...
7 nights from £805
7 nights from £723
The Works
59702 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Penzance, Cornwall.
Tucked away on a quiet road in the centre of vibrant Penzance, The Works is a unique reverse-level house which offers a stylish and welcoming base to explore the beauty and culture...
7 nights from £723
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.
7 nights from £712 *
Ocean Break
59652 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Croyde, North Devon.
Pack your bags and head to the glorious golden sands of Croyde beach with a stay at Ocean Break. This glorious north Devon seaside village is cradled by the surrounding hills. Afte...
7 nights from £712 *
7 nights from £980 *
Devon Beach Court
59743 bedroom, dog friendly apartment with sea views in Woolacombe.
When the call of the sea can no longer be ignored it's time to head to the north Devon seaside town of Woolacombe with miles and miles of golden sand and endless opportunities to e...
7 nights from £980 *
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30% off
11 Jul 2025 - 18 Jul 2025
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Spring is in full swing, it is often one of our sunniest months and some of the best local festivals start. And you get the pick of the properties in South West. So have a look through our 634 holiday cottages available this May in South West.