Cottages for May Day Bank Holiday

Cottages for May Day Bank Holiday

May is when landscapes come alive and towns pick up the pace. With winter left behind, a sunny day feels like summer in a May bank holiday cottage. Relax in your own private retreat and let your worries float away. Coast, country or town, our self-catering cottages will leave you refreshed and revived. Choose from our 1338 available cottages today.  Read more

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We have 1338 cottages available for May Day bank holiday

Wren Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £290 *

Wren Cottage

6038

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.


Offering an indoor swimming pool, table-tennis, and 12 acres of pasture and woodland for children to explore, Wren Cottage promises a fun-packed yet relaxed family holiday. Set in ...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £290 *

Kingfisher Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £290 *

Kingfisher Cottage

6040

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.


With family-friendly facilities including an indoor swimming pool, table-tennis and plenty of outdoor space to roam, Kingfisher Cottage is an ideal choice for a self-catering holid...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £290 *

Swallow Cottage is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage in Bideford, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £290 *

Swallow Cottage

6039

2 bedroom self catering cottage in Bideford, North Devon.


With fantastic on-site facilities including an indoor swimming pool, table-tennis and 12 acres of pasture and woodland to explore, Swallow Cottage offers something to keep the whol...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £290 *

Cwtch y Rhos is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in Fishguard.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £315

Cwtch y Rhos

6086

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in Fishguard.


Escape to Cwtch y Rhos for a romantic getaway. Nestling within walking distance of the centre of the historic coastal town of Fishguard and the picturesque harbour of Lower Town, e...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £315

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Prospect Cottage is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £315

Prospect Cottage

2593

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.


Two doggies are welcome to join you when you stay at cute as a button Prospect Cottage. This traditionally presented darling little terraced cottage, situated in far west Cornwall ...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £315

Mill Cottage is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage near Boscastle, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £317 *

Mill Cottage

4867

2 bedroom self catering cottage near Boscastle, North Cornwall.


Mill Cottage is a delightful mid-terrace barn conversion, offering lovely rural views over the surrounding north Cornwall countryside and less than two miles from pretty Crackingto...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £317 *

The Stables is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Looe, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £317

The Stables

5239

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Looe, South Cornwall.


For a tranquil escape in a rather special setting, The Stables is just the place. Sleeping two, dog-friendly and tucked away in the glorious south Cornwall countryside, this cosy s...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £317

The Linhay is a 1 bedroom cottage near the beach near Bridport, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £320

The Linhay

2661

1 bedroom cottage near the beach near Bridport, Dorset.


The Linhay is a tucked away single-storey retreat – and an ideal base for exploring the wonderful coastline. The cottage nestles alongside the barns, with a fully enclosed gravel c...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £320

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The Dairy is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Looe, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £321

The Dairy

5238

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Looe, South Cornwall.


Nestled down a peaceful, leafy country lane, The Dairy is a charming country cottage, stylishly renovated to offer a romantic getaway or solo retreat, with easy access to the delig...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £321

Buzzard's Rise is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Falmouth, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £329

Buzzard's Rise

4099

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Falmouth, West Cornwall.


A cosy hideaway for you and your dog; perfect for those wanting to get away and enjoy the peace and quiet of rural Cornwall with the stunning coastline less than half an hour away....

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

7 nights from £329

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Start summer celebrations early and enjoy a May Day bank holiday break. With the weather on the up, celebrations left, right and centre and lots of businesses opening their doors for the season ahead, May is an excellent time to escape the routine of everyday life. Whether you are looking forward to a solo retreat, family break or getaway with friends, you are sure to find the perfect cottage to spend your holiday. To get started, browse our selection of 1338 available cottages and find your favourite one. Each of our self-catering holiday homes has been handpicked; personally inspected and fully equipped so you can enjoy the finest quality accommodation around. Providing you with help and support every step of the way, you can book with confidence with Classic Cottages.