Cottages for May in Devon
Short break over a bank holiday, half-term getaway with the children or romantic escape for two ahead of the summer crowds, Devon offers an idyllic base for a holiday this May. Pack your bags and be on your way, a luxury self-catering cottage awaits. Make the most of this beautiful month and book your private cottage now.Read more
The countryside is awash with colour, beaches are sun-kissed and quiet, towns begin picking up the pace and lots of events and festivals start taking place. Devon in May is an exciting month, filled with as much opportunity for exploration as relaxation. Get out and about in the day and discover all there is on offer. Then, when you've had your fill, return to your very own private haven and relax in style.
Whatever you're looking for, be it a family-friendly property over half-term, a seaside sanctuary for May bank holiday or a dog-friendly retreat in the country, our luxury portfolio offers a wide range of beautiful cottages.
May Retreats in Devon
Make the most of the opportunity to unwind under spring sunshine and get the pre-summer celebrations in early. Our cottages provide luxury home-from-homes in Devon, just right for a tranquil holiday this May. To make your experience as easy and stress-free as possible, we will guide you every step of the way. Don't worry about packing everything and the kitchen sink either. All of our cottages are personally inspected and completely equipped with everything you could need and more during your holiday. Everything from your bed linens down to the last glistening teaspoon is provided, so you needn't worry about a thing.
Our exclusive ferry discounts will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.
218 May self-catering cottages available in Devon
Grascott Forest Cottages
7 nights from £2316
7 nights from £715
Forest View
41953 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Holsworthy, North Devon.
This amazing reverse level house offers you the most incredible views from its extremely lavish raised decked area. Sit back and relax on the comfy patio furniture with a glass of ...
7 nights from £715
7 nights from £517
Old Forge Cottage
41843 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Ivybridge, South Devon.
This charming retreat makes for the perfect adventurer’s bolthole. Whether seeking out new and exciting destinations by car, or exploring this idyllic area on foot, this property i...
7 nights from £517
7 nights from £1358
Musbury Chapel
37263 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Colyton, South Devon.
Just three miles inland from the World Heritage Jurassic Coast and close to the east Devon and Dorset border, this amazing renovation and design project offers guests fabulous cont...
7 nights from £1358
7 nights from £3395
Sunnynook
41574 bedroom cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.
Sunnynook is a true beachside retreat, boasting the most incredible, unrivalled sea and beach views over Bigbury-on-Sea, Bantham and Burgh Island. This wonderful home also has a fa...
7 nights from £3395
7 nights from £754
The Old Post Office
41484 bedroom dog-friendly self catering cottage near Bovey Tracey, Dartmoor.
Nestled in the picture perfect village of Ilsington on the eastern edge of Dartmoor, The Old Post Office is perfectly located and exceptionally furnished making this cottage a real...
7 nights from £754
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The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.
7 nights from £735
Woodbine Barn
40802 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Barnstaple, North Devon.
Woodbine Barn is in a magical rural setting between the stunning beaches of the north Devon coast and the wilds of Exmoor National Park. This very high quality barn conversion is a...
7 nights from £735
7 nights from £502
Old Orchard Cabin
3742Bespoke dog friendly cabin with hot tub in Colyton, Devon
Snuggled into the hillside and reached on foot up through an ancient orchard, this bespoke cabin is the ultimate rural retreat. Gaze at the stars through the window from your super...
7 nights from £502
7 nights from £660
Jays Cottage
41172 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Modbury, South Devon.
Jays Cottage is a delightful friendly home-from-home situated in the 18th Century country estate of Colmer. The breathtaking locality of this cottage makes venturing out and about ...
7 nights from £660
7 nights from £3850
Meadowcliff
40968 bedroom, dog friendly home with hot tubs and sea views in Shaldon, South Devon.
**Meadowcliff is even bigger and better. Now equipped to accommodate 18 guests, offering a second larger hot tub in addition to the existing tub, and boasting an adventure slide to...
7 nights from £3850
