Cottages for May Day Bank Holiday

Cottages for May Day Bank Holiday

May is when landscapes come alive and towns pick up the pace. With winter left behind, a sunny day feels like summer in a May bank holiday cottage. Relax in your own private retreat and let your worries float away. Coast, country or town, our self-catering cottages will leave you refreshed and revived. Choose from our 1239 available cottages today. Read more

Start summer celebrations early and enjoy a May Day bank holiday break. With the weather on the up, celebrations left, right and centre and lots of businesses opening their doors for the season ahead, May is an excellent time to escape the routine of everyday life. Whether you are looking forward to a solo retreat, family break or getaway with friends, you are sure to find the perfect cottage to spend your holiday. To get started, browse our selection of 1239 available cottages and find your favourite one. Each of our self-catering holiday homes has been handpicked; personally inspected and fully equipped so you can enjoy the finest quality accommodation around. Providing you with help and support every step of the way, you can book with confidence with Classic Cottages.

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

We have 1239 cottages available for May Day bank holiday

Sheldonia is a 3 bedroom self catering cottage with sea views in Ventnor, Isle of Wight.
  • Sleeps 6
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £707 *

Sheldonia

5109

3 bedroom self catering cottage with sea views in Ventnor, Isle of Wight.


Welcome to Sheldonia, a hidden gem in the delightful seaside town of Ventnor and within touching distance of Steephill Cove - one of the Island's prettiest beaches, featured in The...

  • Sleeps 6
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £707 *

No 12 is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Ilfracombe, Devon.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £710 *

No 12

5738

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Ilfracombe, Devon.


With views of Ilfracombe harbour framed by the gorgeous north Devon coastline, and where the sea meets the horizon, you've found not only a fabulous Victorian villa that has been s...

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

7 nights from £710 *

Frenchman's Creek is a 3 bedroom self catering cottage near Falmouth, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 8 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sun

7 nights from £720

Frenchman's Creek

3344

3 bedroom self catering cottage near Falmouth, West Cornwall.


This fabulous retreat is located in the grounds of the four star Budock Vean Hotel and is named after the romantic novel by Daphne Du Maurier. With stunning views across the 9 h...

  • Sleeps 8 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sun

7 nights from £720

Lynher House is a Dog friendly cottage for 4 on the river banks at Anthony Passage, Cornwall
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £720 *

Lynher House

5327

Dog friendly cottage for 4 on the river banks at Anthony Passage, Cornwall


Fall head over heels in love this with stunning waterside home made for rest, relaxation and exploring this stunning corner of Cornwall. Set on the banks of the River Lynher wit...

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

7 nights from £720 *

Driftwood is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in Freshwater, Isle of Wight.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £723 *

Driftwood

5613

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in Freshwater, Isle of Wight.


Whisk yourself away to this pretty retreat on the glorious Isle of Wight, perfect for couples and families and your four-legged companions who love to explore as much as you do. Th...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £723 *

Escape Away is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Freshwater.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £723 *

Escape Away

5612

2 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Freshwater.


Close to the beach, a short drive from pretty Yarmouth and not far from the iconic Needles, Escape Away is the perfect luxury retreat to base yourself for a peaceful and relaxing h...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £723 *

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

The Surf Shack is a Bespoke cabin with sea views in Sennen, Cornwall
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

From £104 per night

The Surf Shack

5675

Bespoke cabin with sea views in Sennen, Cornwall


Sennen is a surfer's paradise, and The Surf Shack is a gorgeous abode with panoramic views of the quaint harbour and beautiful cove, both just a short stroll away. With the delight...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

From £104 per night

The Woodsman is a Cosy cabin with a wood burner and hot tub near Stafford.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

From £104 per night

The Woodsman

5110

Cosy cabin with a wood burner and hot tub near Stafford.


Welcome to The Woodsman, a rather sweet, quirky escape for two nestled in the rural bliss of the Staffordshire countryside. Step inside to discover your charming welcoming hide...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

From £104 per night

Arcus is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach in St Ives.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £730 *

Arcus

5021

2 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach in St Ives.


Just imagine the most magical of holiday locations, overlooking the crystal-clear waters of Porthminster beach and with the delights of the characterful town of St Ives right on yo...

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

7 nights from £730 *

Hope Cottage is a 3 bedroom thatched, dog friendly cottage near Chulmleigh, Devon.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £737 *

Hope Cottage

5629

3 bedroom thatched, dog friendly cottage near Chulmleigh, Devon.


Located a short drive between the small Saxon hilltop north Devon market town of Chumleigh and the historic town of Great Torrington, come and discover this quintessential thatched...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £737 *

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