Cottages for May bank holidays in South West
May is when South West comes alive, the winter is left behind and a sunny day feels like summer in a early May bank holiday cottage.Read more
A sunny day in May can feel like summer, especially in South West. The schools have gone back. And the May calendar in the South West is bursting with high days, holidays and Pagan customs so peculiar you couldn't make them up. Have a peek at what's available. Use the search options on the left to choose the length of your break and the area where you want to stay. We've got 961 holiday cottages available in South West for your May escape.
We have 961 available for the May Day bank holiday in South West
7 nights from £422
Orchard Vean
13671 bedroom, dog friendly cottage in a creekside hamlet near Truro, Cornwall.
A short stroll from the waters of Restronguet Creek, halfway between Truro and Falmouth, this is the ideal location for exploring both north and south coasts, and all points in bet...
7 nights from £422
7 nights from £423
Elvan Loft
38211 bedroom apartment with sea views, near the beach in Mousehole, West Cornwall.
With far reaching views over Mount's Bay towards St Michael's Mount and Mousehole Harbour, Elvan Loft is perfectly placed for exploring the delights of west Cornwall and beyond. Th...
7 nights from £423
7 nights from £424
Littlecott
28701 bedroom holiday cottage near the sea in Boscastle, North Cornwall.
Littlecott is an ideal bolthole for exploring all the delights in and around Boscastle. The accommodation is very comfortable (and includes a king-size bed), bright and light with ...
7 nights from £424
7 nights from £425
Little St Hugh
39691 bedroom holiday cottage near the sea in Boscastle, North Cornwall.
Packed with character, charm and comfort, Little St Hugh is a cosy retreat for two, tucked away in the pretty village of Boscastle – it will have you leaving your worries behind fr...
7 nights from £425
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7 nights from £429
Cuddle Cabin
3959Rural cabin for 2 near Falmouth, South Cornwall.
Just as the name suggests this cabin is a perfect spot for a romantic weekend for two. Hidden away in a secluded corner of the owners' smallholding with just the chickens for compa...
7 nights from £429
7 nights from £429
Kynance
9861 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Mullion, West Cornwall.
Step down into the quiet quadrangle of attractive granite barns, cross the communal garden, open the door and you will find the most perfectly charming retreat for two. Nestling be...
7 nights from £429
7 nights from £430
Smugglers Cottage
23891 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Porthleven, West Cornwall.
A cosy rural retreat for two on the edge of the National Trust’s beautiful Penrose Estate, Smugglers Cottage nestles quietly beside a handful of similar stone dwellings in a truly ...
7 nights from £430
7 nights from £432
Dairy Cottage
43871 bedroom self catering cottage near Ivybridge, South Devon.
Welcome to one of south Devon's most peaceful locations and this beautiful renovated 18th Century barn within Dartmoor National Park. This gorgeous cottage for two offers the perfe...
7 nights from £432
7 nights from £432
Swallow Cottage
43881 bedroom self catering cottage near Ivybridge, South Devon.
Nestled in the beautiful countryside of south Devon is this beautiful renovated 18th Century barn within Dartmoor National Park. This luxury cottage for two is the perfect choice f...
7 nights from £432
7 nights from £432
Little Stormleigh
53641 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in St Agnes, North Cornwall.
There is nowhere quite like St Agnes when it comes to relaxation and rejuvenation. There is something about the salty air and laid-back pace of life that makes this peninsula a par...
7 nights from £432
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