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. 

Our exclusive ferry discounts will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.

We have 624 May Day cottages in Cornwall

Coachman's Cottage is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage near Port Isaac, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £529

Coachman's Cottage

5746

2 bedroom self catering cottage near Port Isaac, North Cornwall.


For lovers of the coast and countryside, for those seeking peace and relaxation, for foodies and most importantly for garden enthusiasts, treat yourself to a well-deserved break at...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £529

Brackley House is a 2 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £529

Brackley House

3115

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


Brackley House is situated close to the centre of the picturesque village of St Mawes, only 100 yards from the beach and harbour. The cottage has reversed accommodation and a wonde...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £529

Readymade beds and fluffy towels; this simple but appreciated welcome is standard with us.

Anskyber is a 2 bedroom cottage with sea views in The Lizard, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £534

Anskyber

2326

2 bedroom cottage with sea views in The Lizard, West Cornwall.


Duck under the lintel on entering this beautiful former barn, and prepare to gasp in delight; in the kitchen, above the dining-table, is a window with wonderful sea views beyond An...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £534

The Studio is a 2 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £538

The Studio

3170

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


Steps lead up to this gorgeous converted sail loft set close to the centre of St Mawes, famous for its quaint harbour and delightful passenger ferry to Falmouth. Tucked away an...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £538

Little Stables is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Kingsand, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £540

Little Stables

4792

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


A mere hop, skip and a jump to the beach you'll find this gem of cottage waiting to welcome you. Nestled in the heart of Kingsand, an utterly charming village set right on the coas...

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

7 nights from £540

Trelowth Chapel is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage near Mevagissey, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £541

Trelowth Chapel

3803

2 bedroom self catering cottage near Mevagissey, South Cornwall.


Close to the picturesque fishing harbour at Mevagissey and the wonders of Heligan Gardens, this utterly delightful semi-detached chapel conversion is a wonderful example of thought...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £541

Sea Spray is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach near St Mawes.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £547

Sea Spray

3158

2 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach near St Mawes.


Set in the heart of the picturesque village of St Mawes, with a wonderful sea view across the rooftops, this comfortable terraced cottage is within easy walking distance of the exc...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £547

Opie’s Toy is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly apartment with sea views near Falmouth.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £550

Opie’s Toy

2007

2 bedroom, dog friendly apartment with sea views near Falmouth.


This immaculately presented ground floor apartment is perfect for beach lovers and walkers alike, just yards from the coastal footpath and a five minute walk from Maenporth cove. ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £550

Each and every one of our cottages is fully equipped with everything you’ll need on holiday.

Reskivers Cottage is a 4 bedroom, rural self catering cottage near St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 7 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £550 *

Reskivers Cottage

3018

4 bedroom, rural self catering cottage near St Mawes, South Cornwall.


Close to sandy beaches at Pendower and Carne, this lovely old cottage is perfect for families and those wishing to explore the beautiful Roseland peninsula. There is a big enclosed...

  • Sleeps 7 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £550 *

4 The Beach is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly apartment with panoramic sea views in Cadgwith.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £554

4 The Beach

3814

2 bedroom, dog friendly apartment with panoramic sea views in Cadgwith.


These are the views you come to Cornwall for; fabulous, far reaching and expansive sea vistas with ever-changing colours of blue and green with magical skies to match. Floor to...

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

7 nights from £554

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