May half term holiday cottages

May half term holiday cottages

With a cool breeze and the hint of summer on its way, May is a wonderful time of year to discover a beautiful corner of the UK. Read more

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We've got 71 holiday cottages matching your search in the South of England...

Ellenhall is a 4 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Battle.
  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1501

Ellenhall

5990

4 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Battle.


Escape to this picture-perfect countryside retreat which sits in a salubrious location in the High Weald National Landscape (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). Surrounded by anci...

  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1501

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Carter's Cottage is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage near Hailsham.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £454

Carter's Cottage

6005

1 bedroom self catering cottage near Hailsham.


This cosy and well-appointed semi-detached country retreat sits on a working heavy horse farm, perfect for couples or solo travellers looking to unwind, reconnect and enjoy the slo...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £454

Seascape is a 2 bedroom self catering apartment with sea views in Ventnor, Isle of Wight.
  • Sleeps 3
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £648

Seascape

5944

2 bedroom self catering apartment with sea views in Ventnor, Isle of Wight.


Located in the cosmopolitan town of Ventnor within a Victorian townhouse, Seascape is a modern two-bedroom, ground floor, apartment with spectacular sea views overlooking the bay. ...

  • Sleeps 3
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £648

Maybury is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1292

Maybury

5991

3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.


Your dream coastal escape awaits in Seaview! Escape to elegant Maybury and stay in this beautifully styled home with sandy beaches and village amenities on your doorstep. This blis...

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

7 nights from £1292

Isla Rose is a Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

From £92 per night

Isla Rose

5948

Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.


This oh-so-romantic shepherd's hut for two lies in the beautiful countryside of West Sussex and offers an idyllic, peaceful escape that's dog friendly too. Just a mere two hours...

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

From £92 per night

Little Oak Farm

  • Sleeps 6 in 3 properties
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £277

Mellifount Farm is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage near Haywards Heath.
  • Sleeps 4
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £741

Mellifount Farm

5839

2 bedroom self catering cottage near Haywards Heath.


Escape to the Sussex countryside and stay in this beautiful oak-framed barn situated in a quiet rural location overlooking wooded farmland and paddocks, where you can sometimes see...

  • Sleeps 4
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £741

Pump Cottage is a 2 bedroom self-catering cottage in Rye.
  • Sleeps 3 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £520

Pump Cottage

5788

2 bedroom self-catering cottage in Rye.


Situated in the heart of Rye and just a short walk from the railway station, Pump Cottage is perfectly positioned for exploring this medieval town, 1066 country and the golden beac...

  • Sleeps 3 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £520

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The Laundry is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Polegate.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £819

The Laundry

5650

2 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Polegate.


This retro-style retreat is the perfect place to relax, recharge and reconnect. It sits in the picturesque downland village of Jevington within the South Downs National Park, just ...

  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £819

Hayesland Lodge is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Rye.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £640

Hayesland Lodge

5700

1 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Rye.


This gem is situated in a peaceful and tranquil setting in a National Landscape (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) with farmland views, a short drive from the coast and the me...

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

7 nights from £640

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With the summer holidays still out of reach and warmer weather on its way, why not take advantage of this lovely time of year and escape to South England. Travel solo, have a romantic getaway, or take advantage of some true family time and have a half term to remember in a cottage this half term, get ready to make memories you’ll keep forever.