Somerset Retreats for May Half Term

Somerset Retreats for May Half Term

Make the most of longer daylight hours and quieter times ahead of the summer holidays; May half term is around the corner. Kick start your holiday and browse our list of available self-catering accommodation. We have a selection of luxury cottages of all shapes and sizes in Somerset primed and ready to welcome you. Read more

With the chaos of everyday life - school, jobs, housework - it's sometimes easy to let life fly by. Why not slow down the pace this May half term and book a self-catering cottage in Somerset? We have cottages of all shapes and sizes available, with cottages perfect for solo retreats to family-friendly homes big enough for all your nearest and dearest. Explore Somerset by day, making the most of its stunning countryside, impressive gorges, fine cuisine and striking towns. Then, when you've walked all you can walk, return to your private retreat and snuggle up. If you've got little ones in tow, many of our cottages even have games rooms, so the kids can keep themselves entertained in your home-from-home.

Somerset Self-Catering Cottages for May Half Term

At Classic Cottages we pride ourselves on marketing only the finest quality self-catering accommodation in Somerset and Exmoor. We personally inspect all of our properties, carefully handpicking them onto our books. Don't worry about packing everything and the kitchen sink either. Each property is also equipped with a full inventory, so that everything you could need and more is provided for you. From your bed linens to fluffy towels to enough crockery for everyone, we've got you covered. All that's left for you to do? Enjoy. 

 

We have 10 handpicked cottages for May half term in Somerset

The Cottage at Ford Barton is a 2 bedroom cottage in the Blackdown Hills near Wellington, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £923

The Cottage at Ford Barton

5467

2 bedroom cottage in the Blackdown Hills near Wellington, Somerset.


Within the pretty Somerset village of Churchinford, this tranquil cottage has been furnished with comfort in mind. There is so much to explore locally with the Blackdown Hills (whi...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £923

The Whistle is a 1 bedroom shepherds hut near Ilminster, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £686

The Whistle

5004

1 bedroom shepherds hut near Ilminster, Somerset.


If you are looking for a luxurious and unique glamping experience, then look no further than The Whistle. A gorgeously designed shepherd's hut, complete with enchanting outside spa...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £686

We are Gold accredited with the Green Tourism Business Scheme.

Minstrels is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Glastonbury, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £743

Minstrels

4930

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Glastonbury, Somerset.


As soon as you step through the front door of this gorgeous cottage, you will fall in love with its character and charm. It is easy to see where the cottage gets its name when you ...

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

7 nights from £743

Frogwell Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Dulverton, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £590 *

Frogwell Cottage

4714

3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Dulverton, Somerset.


Under the spectacle of Exmoor National Park International Dark Sky Reserve, picture yourself on holiday with a glass of bubbly in hand, surrounded by nothing but fields and country...

  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £590 *

Orchard Barn is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Taunton, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 3 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £523

Orchard Barn

3289

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Taunton, Somerset.


Orchard Barn is a welcoming single-storey conversion nestled sweetly in the sleepy village of Thurloxton and just a stone's throw away from the Quantock Hills National Landscape. W...

  • Sleeps 3 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £523

Andrew’s House is a 3 bedroom cottage in Dulverton, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £815

Andrew’s House

2932

3 bedroom cottage in Dulverton, Somerset.


This spacious period house is on the edge of Dulverton, the gateway to Exmoor National Park, seconds from the riverside walk into this lovely little town. Andrew's House is on t...

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

7 nights from £815

Lane Cottage is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage in Dulverton, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £453

Lane Cottage

2482

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage in Dulverton, Somerset.


Lane Cottage is a perfect Exmoor bolthole, tucked into a little square in the centre of the lovely market town of Dulverton. The cottage is really cosy with a multi-burner in th...

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

7 nights from £453

Birch House Studio is a 2 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Wellington, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 3
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £532

Birch House Studio

2460

2 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Wellington, South Devon.


This beautifully presented single-storey property is perfect for exploring the unspoilt Blackdown Hills, the stunning Jurassic Coast – both designated Areas of Outstanding Natural ...

  • Sleeps 3
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £532

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Bumble Bee Barn is a 2 bedroom, rural holiday cottage with a hot tub, near Taunton, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £680

Bumble Bee Barn

2380

2 bedroom, rural holiday cottage with a hot tub, near Taunton, Somerset.


Set in the vale of Taunton, halfway between Exmoor National Park and the beautiful Quantock Hills and an easy drive from the coast, this is a perfect base from which to discover th...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £680

Cleveland Cottage is a 2 bedroom cottage near the market town of Dulverton, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £544

Cleveland Cottage

1968

2 bedroom cottage near the market town of Dulverton, Somerset.


Offering a 20% discount for parties of 2 (unless a special offer is already in place), this pretty cottage is situated on the eastern edge of Exmoor National Park, which can make i...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £544

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