May Half Term Holiday Cottages in Cornwall

May Half Term Holiday Cottages in Cornwall

Enjoy a solo retreat or take a holiday with the family and make the most of this May half term. With temperatures rising and the countryside alive with colours and new life, May is a wonderful time of year to visit Cornwall and kick start your summer. Take a step closer to the holiday of your dreams and pour over our 314 luxury retreats available for May half term. Read more

Whether you're looking for a catch up with your friends or are looking forward to bringing the family together for a well-deserved break, our cottages in Cornwall provide an idyllic escape from the chaos of everyday life. May in Cornwall enjoys a change in pace; warmer weather, bright sunshine in dazzlingly blue skies and lush green countryside met with stunning coast. The coast paths, beaches and towns remain quieter ahead of the summer crowds, and longer daylight hours mean days can be taken full advantage of. 

Choose a Luxury Break in Cornwall this May Half Term

Whether you plan on spending your days on the beach front, ice cream in hand; wandering beautiful coast paths or country walks; or taking your time to meander through quaint villages and vibrant Cornish towns, the choices are endless for a dream getaway this May. Start your summer as you mean to go on, and enjoy this refreshing escape.

When you stay in a Classic Cottage, you will enjoy excellent customer care with the highest quality self-catering accommodation. All of our cottages are handpicked; personally inspected and fully equipped for your total comfort and ease. Many of our cottages are dog-friendly too, which is great news for your four-legged friend. Browse our collection and get ready for the holiday of a lifetime. 

Choose from 314 May half term cottages

Rivendell Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Camelford, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £529

Rivendell Cottage

5732

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Camelford, North Cornwall.


Wind your way along the country lanes to this picture-perfect cottage, nestled in the rural hamlet of Tremail in the heart of north Cornwall. Serving up the best of both worlds, th...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £529

Rose's Loft is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Porthallow.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

From £119 per night

Rose's Loft

5707

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Porthallow.


With pastoral views of the surrounding woodland and within serpentine splendour, the conversion of this milking barn took place in 2021 to create a stunning bijou abode. Located a ...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

From £119 per night

The Garden House is a 6 bedroom, dog friendly home with sea views near St Austell.
  • Sleeps 12 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £2465

The Garden House

5652

6 bedroom, dog friendly home with sea views near St Austell.


With oodles of space both inside and out, impeccable styling and immaculately presented, this fabulous house is the perfect destination property for a gathering of family or friend...

  • Sleeps 12 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £2465

The Engine House is a 2 bedroom cottage with sea views near Portscatho, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £882

The Engine House

5708

2 bedroom cottage with sea views near Portscatho, South Cornwall.


In what can only be described as a truly magical location on the Roseland peninsula, enjoying the most stunning sea views and featuring a beautiful garden, The Engine House is one ...

  • Sleeps 4
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £882

Higher Gwavas is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Porthleven, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Thu

7 nights from £988 *

Higher Gwavas

5664

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Porthleven, West Cornwall.


This fully detached luxury residence is located close to the iconic fishing village of Porthleven and boasts an enormous garden with a verandah, sun deck, hot tub and play area to ...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Thu

7 nights from £988 *

River View Terrace is a 3 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views near Fowey, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £954

River View Terrace

5667

3 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views near Fowey, South Cornwall.


Come and treat yourself to a wonderful holiday in the peaceful creekside village of Golant on the banks of the River Fowey. With the most gorgeous views of the tidal waters over to...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £954

Valley View is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Newquay, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £812

Valley View

5671

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Newquay, North Cornwall.


A stylish, dog-friendly bolthole with far reaching views over the valley and the added luxury of a hot tub, what more could you want from your holiday? This special property is loc...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £812

Riverwood is a 3 bedroom holiday cottage near the sea in Boscastle, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £1092

Riverwood

5661

3 bedroom holiday cottage near the sea in Boscastle, North Cornwall.


For scenery-packed coastal walks, exploring fishing villages and historic harbours, as well as fun days on some fabulous beaches, this idyllic haven is just the ticket for a great ...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £1092

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Reservoir Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St Ives.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1455 *

Reservoir Cottage

5692

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St Ives.


If escapism is required, then Reservoir Cottage will not disappoint. Nestled in the Cornish countryside, only a mile away from the bustling harbour of St Ives and its many sandy be...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1455 *

65 Lower Maen Cottage is a 3 bedroom cottage with sea views near Falmouth, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £1215

65 Lower Maen Cottage

5597

3 bedroom cottage with sea views near Falmouth, South Cornwall.


Welcome to this lovely, light-filled holiday home with delightful sea views, situated just a short stroll away from a pretty, sandy cove and the harbourside town of Falmouth. Set i...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £1215

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