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 61 holiday cottages matching your search in the South of England...

Sun Lodge is a 4 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage with sea views in Ventnor.
  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1449

Sun Lodge

5853

4 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage with sea views in Ventnor.


Step back in time and immerse yourself in the historic charm of Ventnor at this elegant Isle of Wight retreat with mesmerising sea views and generous spaces for a truly relaxing fa...

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

7 nights from £1449

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

48 Solent View is a 3 bedroom self catering cottage with sea views in Seaview.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1080

48 Solent View

5828

3 bedroom self catering cottage with sea views in Seaview.


Just a short wander from the golden sands of Seagrove Bay and the quaint charm of Seaview village, this stylish holiday haven offers modern home comforts in an unbeatable location ...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1080

Strawberry Hole Barn is a 2 bedroom thatched, dog friendly self catering cottage near Rye.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £821

Strawberry Hole Barn

5814

2 bedroom thatched, dog friendly self catering cottage near Rye.


Escape to this gorgeous thatched barn, sat in the grounds of the owners' double oast house, within walking distance of Great Dixter House and Gardens. This spacious property offers...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £821

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

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

The Dairy is a 3 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Seaview.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1301

The Dairy

5631

3 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Seaview.


Set in the pretty village of Seaview, moments from the seafront, this delightful home-from-home is waiting to welcome you. The village centre is a short stroll away, here you will ...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1301

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Tangle Cottage is a 4 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Seaview.
  • Sleeps 8 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1274

Tangle Cottage

5669

4 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Seaview.


Nestled at the end of Ryde Road, just a short walk from the beach and Seaview village, with off-street parking and a lovely large garden to the rear, semi-detached Tangle Cottage i...

  • Sleeps 8 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1274

Inglefield is a 4 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in St Helens.
  • Sleeps 7 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1188

Inglefield

5637

4 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in St Helens.


This beautiful home close to Bembridge Harbour is a space to enjoy with family and friends. From exploring the bays and beaches to the rolling countryside and historic castles, Ing...

  • Sleeps 7 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1188

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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.