May Half Term Holiday Cottages
With a cool breeze and warm sunshine, May marks the start of summer and many happy times to come. Kick start your summer properly and hop in the car; a holiday in a luxury self-catering cottage awaits. Browse through our list of 699 available cottages and find your favourite. All of our cottages are handpicked; personally inspected and fully equipped so your holiday is the best it can be. Read more
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 699 cottages available for May half term
7 nights from £1119
Little Field
61233 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach near Ryde.
Tucked away on a quiet road, Little Field has been lovingly built by the owners and offers guests a peaceful and tranquil retreat with oodles of space and modern living. Situated o...
7 nights from £1119
Abbey at Trail Lodge
174Stylish studio apartment located in an idyllic national glen.
Abbey at Trail Lodge is a modern self-catering studio apartment set within the beautifully restored Silverdale Corn Mill, surrounded by the peaceful Silverdale Glen near Ballasalla...
Silverburn at Trail Lodge
170Stylish studio apartment located in an idyllic national glen.
Silverburn at Trail Lodge is a modern self-catering studio apartment set within the beautifully restored Silverdale Corn Mill, surrounded by the peaceful Silverdale Glen near Balla...
7 nights from £628
The Gallery
61271 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Truro, South Cornwall.
A cosy, rural retreat for two and a small dog; nestled in the Cornish countryside but only a 10 minute drive to the stunning north coast and a short drive to the city of Truro. Set...
7 nights from £628
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7 nights from £868
Rose End Cottage
60733 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Padstow, North Cornwall.
Treat yourself to a well deserved break at this gem of a cottage, nestled on the edge of the village of St Issey and perfectly placed for discovering the very best of north Cornwal...
7 nights from £868
7 nights from £1482
Mount Folly Penthouse
61093 bedroom apartment with sea views near Kingsbridge, 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 £1482
Duxbury Lodge
201Dog-friendly elegant countryside lodge for two
Duxbury Lodge is a contemporary barn conversion set alongside Duxbury Cottage, offering a stylish rural retreat for two in the south of the island. Thoughtfully designed and beauti...
7 nights from £1330
Dunks Cottage
60744 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Cranbrook.
Overlooking the village green of Sandhurst, Kent, in the beautiful High Weald National Landscape (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), this wonderfully spacious, semi-detached cott...
7 nights from £1330
7 nights from £808
The Old Stables
60932 bedroom self catering cottage near Bridlington.
Welcome to the Old Stables, a sanctuary of weathered red brick and rustic charm that captures the very soul of the Yorkshire Wolds. If you are looking for a getaway that swaps the ...
7 nights from £808
7 nights from £656
Little Chywoon Barn
61042 bedroom cottage near Perranporth, North Cornwall
Tucked away in peaceful countryside, this retreat is surrounded by verdant rural views and peaceful birdsong but is only 10 minutes from the golden sands of Perranporth. This charm...
7 nights from £656
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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.
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.
Spend your days exploring deep, green countryside and skim stones across lazy streams. Follow the scent of salty air and head to the coast, spending long days on the beach flitting between soft sands and cool sea. Perch on a bench and watch as life goes by, before heading to a local restaurant to dine on fresh, local produce lovingly crafted and prepared by skilled hands. Then, when you've had your fill of exploring, turn your attention to relaxing. Throw yourself into the holiday spirit and land in your own private self-catering cottage, primed and ready for you. An early summer break in your own slice of paradise can give you the chance to unwind, catch up and settle into a slower, more considered rhythm.
Spend your May-Half Term in a Luxury Retreat
Whether you are looking for a solo retreat or want to bring the whole family away for a much-needed break, May half term provides ample opportunity to escape to greener grass for a while. However you'd like to spend your time, our cottages offer wide variety and consistent quality. Many of our cottages are dog-friendly too, meaning everyone can join in this May half term.
