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

Waterside is a 2 bedroom cottage with sea views in Portscatho, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £649

Waterside

3177

2 bedroom cottage with sea views in Portscatho, South Cornwall.


Waterside is situated directly above Tatams beach in the small fishing village of Portscatho. A semi-detached modern house, it has fully double-glazed picture windows taking full a...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £649

Glas-Mor 9 St Margarets is a 2 bedroom apartment with sea views in St Ives, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £650

Glas-Mor 9 St Margarets

4334

2 bedroom apartment with sea views in St Ives, North Cornwall.


Boasting a fantastic location, Glas-Mor is part of a luxury development in Carbis Bay. This beautiful property is situated in private grounds, sleeping up to four guests and offeri...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £650

Arrive at your handpicked holiday home safe in the knowledge it’s been fully inspected.

Chyvean is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Porthleven.
  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £653 *

Chyvean

4724

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Porthleven.


In the heart of a quintessential Cornish village and only 500 yards from the sea you will find the charming Chyvean. Nestled in Gunwalloe on the Lizard peninsula, this delightful s...

  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £653 *

The Thatchings is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Portscatho.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £657

The Thatchings

5425

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


Located in the small hamlet of Bohortha close to St Anthony headland on the Roseland peninsula, The Thatchings has everything you could want from this chocolate box Cornish cottage...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £657

Church Lane Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Polzeath, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £658

Church Lane Cottage

3987

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


Set in the peaceful hamlet of St Minver yet only two miles from the thrills and delights of trendy Rock and Polzeath, Church Lane Cottage is a little beauty! Wonderfully welcoming ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £658

Roselea is a 2 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Marazion, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £658

Roselea

2333

2 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Marazion, West Cornwall.


Bright and spacious with stunning views of St Michael’s Mount is exactly how one would sum up Roselea. Set in a quiet lane close to the centre of the ancient market town of Marazio...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £658

Harbour Retreat is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly apartment with sea views in St Mawes.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £658

Harbour Retreat

5355

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


Nestled in the heart of beautiful St Mawes on the Roseland peninsula, Harbour Retreat is a delightful apartment with a perfectly placed balcony overlooking the vibrant harbour and ...

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

7 nights from £658

Bank Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Porthallow.
  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £665 *

Bank Cottage

4407

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Porthallow.


This traditional terraced cottage has glorious sea views and is located right on the South West Coast Path. In fact, your adventure begins as soon as you arrive with a very short w...

  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £665 *

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

Little Ship Cottage is a 2 bedroom thatched, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Coverack.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sun

7 nights from £666

Little Ship Cottage

4304

2 bedroom thatched, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Coverack.


This charming chocolate box cottage has panoramic views of Coverack cove and beyond with a sheltered walled garden to enjoy the views at any time of year. The kitchen/diner has a g...

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

7 nights from £666

Little Bokelly is a 2 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Polzeath, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £666

Little Bokelly

2131

2 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Polzeath, North Cornwall.


Little Bokelly feels part of a secret kingdom, quite apart from the everyday world. Set down an unmade lane and converted from an old stable, its serene setting is quiet and peacef...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £666

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