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 1337 available cottages today.  Read more

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We have 1337 cottages available for May Day bank holiday

1 Harrow Cottages is a 1 bedroom self catering apartment near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £276

1 Harrow Cottages

4642

1 bedroom self catering apartment near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.


This charming first floor apartment is in Nettlestone, just up the hill from Seaview and within walking distance of the beach. Surrounded by countryside there are lovely views from...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £276

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  • 30% off

    12 Apr 2025 - 19 Apr 2025

    From £423.00 £296.10

Castle View is a 3 bedroom self catering cottage in Launceston, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + 3 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £294 *

Castle View

4274

3 bedroom self catering cottage in Launceston, North Cornwall.


Situated on the edge of St Stephens, a village that borders the historic market town of Launceston with wonderful views towards the Norman Castle in the town, Castle View is the pe...

  • Sleeps 6 + 3 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £294 *

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 £297

Buzzard's Rise

4099

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


A contemporary barn conversion with views over rolling hills; this retreat is set in the heart of the stunning Cornish countryside and is such a tranquil spot. As the name suggests...

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

7 nights from £297

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  • 15% off

    29 Mar 2025 - 5 Apr 2025

    From £349.00 £296.65

  • 15% off

    12 Apr 2025 - 19 Apr 2025

    From £375.00 £318.75

  • 15% off

    19 Apr 2025 - 26 Apr 2025

    From £373.00 £317.05

Viewtown Linhay is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near Callington, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £304

Viewtown Linhay

4500

1 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near Callington, South Cornwall.


Viewtown Linhay is a hidden gem offering a walker's paradise for you and your hound. Situated in the Tamar Valley bordering the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the outskirts ...

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

7 nights from £304

Kernow River View is a 2 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Saltash, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £307 *

Kernow River View

5046

2 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Saltash, South Cornwall.


Perfectly situated on the border between Cornwall and Devon and with unsurpassed south-facing views towards the river Tamar, Kernow River View is a delightful holiday abode. Ideal ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £307 *

Bona-Vista is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Cadgwith, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £311

Bona-Vista

2650

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Cadgwith, Cornwall.


In the quiet village of Ruan Minor, this modern light-filled house is ideally located with an easy stroll to the local shop and Cadgwith Cove's friendly, picturesque pub is just a ...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £311

Swallow's Nest is a Dog friendly quirky holiday cottage near Tiverton, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £312

Swallow's Nest

4356

Dog friendly quirky holiday cottage near Tiverton, North Devon.


If you want different. If you want quirky. If you want an experience that you will remember forever, come and stay here. How about this for a holiday experience combination like no...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £312

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 *

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Meadowsweet is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Fowey.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £317

Meadowsweet

1430

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Fowey.


Meadowsweet is a detached granite barn, which sits in a beautiful rural setting just outside the small village of Lanlivery. Two steps lead up into the living-room, with its polish...

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

7 nights from £317

Rosemary Cottage is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Crantock, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £330

Rosemary Cottage

3750

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Crantock, North Cornwall.


Tucked away in the rural hamlet of Trevilson, only a few miles inland from north Cornwall's breathtaking coastline, this delightful little cottage is the perfect bijou bolthole for...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £330

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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 1337 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.