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
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 31 handpicked cottages for May half term in Somerset
7 nights from £756 *
The Old Dairy
60822 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Taunton, Somerset.
The Old Dairy is a warm and cosy conversion set in the picturesque rolling hills of north Somerset. It offers spacious accommodation for up to four guests and will really strike a ...
7 nights from £756 *
7 nights from £780 *
The Smithy
58322 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Glastonbury, Somerset.
If a stunning conversion bursting with original features situated in a sleepy Somerset village sounds attractive then The Smithy is the place for you. Situated in close proximity t...
7 nights from £780 *
Wheelwrights Cottages
7 nights from £1561
7 nights from £592 *
Yew Tree Barn
57842 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Glastonbury, Somerset.
Situated in a peaceful corner of Somerset, with uninterrupted countryside views across the Levels, Yew Tree Barn is a high quality barn conversion with a contemporary feel. Perfect...
7 nights from £592 *
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7 nights from £2031
Merryfields
55724 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Bath.
This spacious detached Victorian house is set on a two acre site in the rural village of Colerne, occupying a spectacular position over Box Valley with views of Salisbury Plain in ...
7 nights from £2031
7 nights from £910
The Cottage at Ford Barton
54672 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 Nati...
7 nights from £910
7 nights from £1442
Meadowbank
51874 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Porlock, Somerset.
In the perfect situation on the edge of the rugged Exmoor National Park and on the stunning West Somerset coastline, Meadowbank is a stylish and beautiful home from which to explor...
7 nights from £1442
7 nights from £745 *
The Cowshed
47432 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Lyme Regis, Dorset.
Nestled in the sleepy Somerset countryside, The Cowshed is a converted farm building, offering an excellent retreat. From the moment you arrive at this 'off the beaten track' setti...
7 nights from £745 *
Wreath Farm
7 nights from £3082
From £79 per night
The Crook
5003Shepherds hut with wood-fired hot tub near Ilminster, Somerset.
Perfectly positioned in a peaceful spot, you will find this stunning shepherd's hut that has been masterfully created. The Crook is a true hideaway in glorious surroundings and you...
From £79 per night
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.
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.
