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

St Christopher's Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage in Boscastle, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £594

St Christopher's Cottage

4340

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage in Boscastle, North Cornwall.


Situated in the picturesque harbourside village of Boscastle, St Christopher's Cottage is an absolute beaut! Lovingly restored with stylish interiors packed full of charm and a won...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £594

The Wickets is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Portscatho.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £596

The Wickets

5027

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Portscatho.


Beautifully designed to offer contemporary living at its best, The Wickets is a fabulous holiday abode, ideally situated at the head of a peaceful cul-de-sac and just a short walk ...

  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £596

The Cow Shed is a 2 bedroom, rural self catering cottage near Helston, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £596

The Cow Shed

4053

2 bedroom, rural self catering cottage near Helston, West Cornwall.


The Cow Shed is a thoughtful conversion of a lovely old stone farm building that for generations was home to the farm's herd of dairy cows and calves. Farmed by the same family for...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £596

Little Mariners is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in St Mawes, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £598

Little Mariners

4905

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in St Mawes, Cornwall.


In a fantastic location, just a stone's throw from the pretty harbour of St Mawes, this dreamy fisherman's cottage is simply perfect. Beautifully decorated in relaxing pastel shade...

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

7 nights from £598

September Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St. Mawes
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £598

September Cottage

5329

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St. Mawes


Nestled in the heart of the charming Roseland village of St Mawes, September Cottage is a delightful holiday abode, perfectly placed just moments away from the gorgeous beaches and...

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

7 nights from £598

Seaview is a 2 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £598

Seaview

5594

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


This handsome mid terrace cottage can be found tucked away a couple of streets back from the seafront and just a short walk from all the delights St Mawes has to offer. Enjoy breat...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £598

Pendower Barn is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Portscatho.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £598

Pendower Barn

4814

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Portscatho.


Welcome to your perfect holiday bolthole, situated in the tiny hamlet of Trewithian and just a very short drive or pleasant coast path stroll away from the pretty seaside village o...

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

7 nights from £598

Higher Carnon Farmhouse is a 4 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Falmouth, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 8 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £599 *

Higher Carnon Farmhouse

1272

4 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Falmouth, South Cornwall.


Set in a large tree-lined garden in a tranquil countryside location, Higher Carnon Farmhouse offers peace, seclusion and privacy. This lovely old house is just five miles from Falm...

  • Sleeps 8 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £599 *

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

Dynnargh Barn is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wadebridge, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £607

Dynnargh Barn

4842

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wadebridge, North Cornwall.


Named after the Cornish for welcome and for good reason as a warm Cornish welcome is waiting to greet you at this most tranquil of retreats. Follow leafy lanes that lead to this ch...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £607

Mount View Retreat is a Fabulous dog friendly Shepherds Hut for up to four with sea views and a hot tub, near Penzance
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £609

Mount View Retreat

3350

Fabulous dog friendly Shepherds Hut for up to four with sea views and a hot tub, near Penzance


Wow – Mount View Retreat really does have it all – stunning panoramic views of Mount's Bay and beyond, an en suite complete with flushing loo and hot water, its own private hot tub...

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

7 nights from £609

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