Holiday Cottages for May

Holiday Cottages for May

May, that wonderful bridge between spring and summer, where temperatures begin to rise and blue skies and sunshine become a regular feature. Settle into the holiday mode and make the most of a quieter towns, beaches and countryside before summer crowds arrive. With new life and colour bursting at the scenes, this is a magical time of year, perfect for a holiday to refresh the senses and revive the soul. Read more Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.

We have 1180 self catering cottages available to rent in May

Rosslyn is a 4 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 7 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £1084

Rosslyn

5800

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


Perfectly situated in the heart of the charming seaside village of St Mawes on the stunning Roseland peninsula, Rosslyn is a gorgeous traditional cottage, beautifully styled and ju...

  • Sleeps 7 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £1084

Strawberry Hole Barn is a 2 bedroom thatched, dog friendly self catering cottage near Rye.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £783

Strawberry Hole Barn

5814

2 bedroom thatched, dog friendly self catering cottage near Rye.


Escape to this gorgeous thatched barn, sat in the grounds of the owners' double oast house, within walking distance of Great Dixter House and Gardens. This spacious property offers...

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

7 nights from £783

One Old School Cottages is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Portscatho.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £727

One Old School Cottages

5803

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


Situated in the pretty hamlet of Gerrans, just a stroll away from the charming seaside village of Portscatho on the beautiful Roseland peninsula, One Old School Cottages is a charm...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £727

Whipsiderry is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach in Newquay.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £604

Whipsiderry

5809

1 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach in Newquay.


A fabulous top floor apartment with a great roof terrace with gorgeous views over the Gannel Estuary, rolling Cornish countryside and a snip of a sea view too. This bolthole for tw...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £604

The Old Farmhouse is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Pickering.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1200

The Old Farmhouse

5792

3 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Pickering.


Nestled on the edge of the North York Moors in the charming town of Pickering, this Grade II Listed terraced cottage effortlessly combines historic charm with contemporary luxury. ...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1200

Fell View is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Hawes.
  • Sleeps 5
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £494

Fell View

5812

3 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Hawes.


If you want to get away from it all, why not visit Fell View in Gunnerside! A cosy three bedroom cottage in the heart of the village with a local pub on your doorstep and a front c...

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

7 nights from £494

Brooks Cottage is a 3 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1020

Brooks Cottage

5744

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


Situated in the heart of St Mawes, you'll find the beautiful Brooks Cottage gazing out to sea. This welcoming three bedroom waterside getaway is the perfect place to unwind with yo...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1020

Bryn Teifi is a 3 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach near Abersoch.
  • Sleeps 6
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1184

Bryn Teifi

5807

3 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach near Abersoch.


At first glance, Bryn Teifi presents itself as a small traditional cottage with all its original features, yet behind the white-washed facade lies a bold, contemporary Scandinavian...

  • Sleeps 6
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1184

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Glebe House is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in St Mawes, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £762

Glebe House

5743

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


Tucked away in a quiet corner, just a stone's throw from the picturesque harbourside of St Mawes on the Roseland peninsula you will find Glebe House, a charming Cornish cottage, pe...

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

7 nights from £762

La Casita is a 4 bedroom self catering cottage in Porthleven, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £2135 *

La Casita

5806

4 bedroom self catering cottage in Porthleven, South Cornwall.


Discover your perfect countryside escape, nestled in the picturesque countryside, just a 20 minute stroll from the charming fishing village of Porthleven. This modern and luxurious...

  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £2135 *

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If you've got children, May half-term provides an excellent opportunity to gather together the family and escape for a while on a dream holiday. Book yourself a luxury self-catering cottage and catch up properly - it's much easier without the distractions of everyday life. However many are in your gang, we'll help you find the perfect cottage. Many of our properties have a games room too, so the kids can keep themselves entertained. Or if your little ones are something of a water baby, why not book a holiday cottage with a swimming pool? We have shared and private pools to offer, so take your pick.

May isn't just about half term though. We also have two bank holidays to look forward to, as well as plenty of chances for spontaneous short breaks and much anticipated weeks away ahead of the summer. From idyllic one-bed retreats up to huge 8-bedroom properties big enough for all your nearest and dearest, you can tailor your dream holiday. It's good news for Fido too, as lots of our cottages are dog-friendly.

May Holidays 

From country to coast, the holiday of a lifetime awaits you. Browse our list of 1180 available cottages and take a step closer to a luxury retreat in May. All of our cottages are handpicked; personally inspected and fully equipped with a complete inventory for your total ease and comfort. 

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