Discover our 186 May half term cottages
7 nights from £604 *
Vanstones Cottage
55472 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Hartland, North Devon.
This quintessential chocolate box, thatched cottage can be found in the idyllic hamlet of Stoke, Hartland on the north coast of Devon. Within minutes of the coast where you will di...
7 nights from £604 *
7 nights from £825
Palms 1
56762 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Woolacombe, Devon.
Set in a tropical garden overlooking Woolacombe Bay on the glorious north coast of Devon you will find Palms 1, a holiday home that offers a prime coastal position yet is set back ...
7 nights from £825
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 £685
The Shepherds Rest
56201 bedroom self catering cottage near Dartmouth, South Devon.
If you are looking for a luxury rural retreat for two, surrounded by the most glorious countryside and only a short distance from the renowned naval town of Dartmouth, look no furt...
7 nights from £685
7 nights from £692
Orchard Lee Cottage
55922 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Colyton, South Devon.
This beautiful semi-detached cottage is perfect for couples looking for something rather romantic and cosy. Nestled in the charming village of Musbury, it is just a short distance ...
7 nights from £692
From £119 per night
Wootton Secret Hut
5591Dog friendly shepherds hut with wood-fired hot tub near South Molton, North Devon.
If you're in need of a relaxing reset, hidden away from the stresses of daily life, then this luxury hideaway in the heart of north Devon is the perfect choice. Set within 90 acres...
From £119 per night
7 nights from £798
The Dolls House
55271 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Branscombe, Devon.
Welcome to the Dolls House. This super charming stone cottage makes the perfect abode for that special getaway. Set in the magical grounds of Trafalgar Barton Estate, nestled on a ...
7 nights from £798
7 nights from £1750
The Coach House
55284 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Branscombe, Devon.
Set in the magical grounds of Trafalgar Barton Estate, nestled on a south-facing hillside, The Coach House has magical views over Branscombe Vale and out to the World Heritage Jura...
7 nights from £1750
7 nights from £698
Salty Blue
55342 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Appledore, Devon.
Tucked away in the ye olde cobbled streets of Appledore, within a hop, skip and a jump of the picturesque quay, pubs and delis you will discover Salty Blue. A former fisherman's co...
7 nights from £698
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.
Trafalgar Barton Estate
7 nights from £2548
7 nights from £2078
Rydon
55053 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Bovey Tracey, South Devon.
Introducing Rydon, a 15th Century barn which has been restored and crafted into this most luxurious and comfortable retreat. This 'once upon a time' flower store has been architect...
7 nights from £2078
