May Day Bank Holiday Breaks in Cornwall

May Day Bank Holiday Breaks in Cornwall

Take a walk through lush woodland, carpeted in a thick layer of bluebells. Walk along empty beaches and play chase with the water on the shore. Sit outside on a restaurant terrace and feel the first signs of summer as the sun warms your cheeks. A May Day bank holiday in Cornwall can provide an idyllic opportunity to let go of your worries and relax in your own private haven. Read more

Across Cornwall, May brings a surge of colour to the county. With spring enjoying its final flourishes and summer just around the corner, you can expect a revived energy and lots to look forward. Whatever you are looking for, be it a cosy cottage by the sea, dog-friendly rural retreat or spacious hub with room enough for all the family, our selection of 624 Cornwall cottages available for May Day bank holiday is sure to set your mind rolling. Browse through our portfolio and let your thoughts race, a dream holiday is just around the corner this May. At Classic Cottages, we pride ourselves on marketing only the finest self-catering holiday cottages in Cornwall. With each one handpicked and regularly inspected, we want to make sure your holiday is the best it can be. 

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We have 624 May Day cottages in Cornwall

Gulls Way is a 3 bedroom cottage with sea views in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £600 *

Gulls Way

5567

3 bedroom cottage with sea views in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.


Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and commanding one of the most desirable locations in Praa Sands, this rather special holiday home is simply the most perfect family retreat. With se...

  • Sleeps 6
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £600 *

12 Merchant's Quarter is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach in Charlestown.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £601 *

12 Merchant's Quarter

5518

3 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach in Charlestown.


Oh my, what a wonderful place this is. Escape to the magical harbourside village of Charlestown, nestled on Cornwall's captivating south coast. Tucked away on the edge of a gate...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £601 *

Need more time? Reserve any cottage for up to 24 hours before booking.

The Barton is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the sea near Truro, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £601

The Barton

5752

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the sea near Truro, Cornwall.


A stylish, boutique cottage which is the perfect romantic getaway, close to the tranquil shores of Restronguet Creek. This little hideaway is ideal for just the two of you, and of ...

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

7 nights from £601

Sophie's Cottage is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Portscatho.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £609

Sophie's Cottage

5616

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Portscatho.


Nestled in the pretty hamlet of Treworthal this delightful semi-detached thatched cottage is a real gem. Come and stay at this lovely Grade II Listed stone cottage to enjoy everyth...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £609

Bakery Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near St Agnes, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £611 *

Bakery Cottage

5244

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near St Agnes, North Cornwall.


Formerly the local bakers shop in Mithian, beautiful Bakery Cottage is now a wonderful laid-back escape for four lucky people. Lovingly restored by its owners who are passionate ab...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £611 *

Swallows Rest is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £614

Swallows Rest

5032

1 bedroom self catering cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.


Whisk your favourite person away and head to the glorious Cornish countryside for a rather dreamy retreat at Swallows Rest. An oh so wonderful escape for two, Swallows Rest could b...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £614

Gregs Cottage is a 1 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Penzance, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £624

Gregs Cottage

2799

1 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Penzance, West Cornwall.


If you are seeking a bolthole in this historic town, Gregs Cottage has the credentials. A traditionally styled mews town cottage that offers comfortable and welcoming accommodation...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £624

Barn Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Coverack, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £626 *

Barn Cottage

5377

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Coverack, Cornwall.


Set within one and a half acres of private grounds, this gorgeous cottage was originally part of Polcoverack Farm and housed the mill wheel and grinding stones. A water wheel was o...

  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £626 *

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Wallis Barn is a 4 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views near Mullion, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £628

Wallis Barn

1655

4 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views near Mullion, West Cornwall.


Wallis Barn is a splendid barn conversion with its own enclosed garden and a tennis lawn for guests’ exclusive use, (available Easter to October), so bring your own rackets or use ...

  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £628

2 Tregarth Cottages is a 3 bedroom cottage near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £630 *

2 Tregarth Cottages

3105

3 bedroom cottage near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.


This superb property is in an exclusive row of three individually designed houses just a five minute walk down the hill to St Mawes' picturesque harbour and village centre with its...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £630 *

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