May Half Term Holiday Cottages in Cornwall

May Half Term Holiday Cottages in Cornwall

Enjoy a solo retreat or take a holiday with the family and make the most of this May half term. With temperatures rising and the countryside alive with colours and new life, May is a wonderful time of year to visit Cornwall and kick start your summer. Take a step closer to the holiday of your dreams and pour over our 376 luxury retreats available for May half term. Read more

Whether you're looking for a catch up with your friends or are looking forward to bringing the family together for a well-deserved break, our cottages in Cornwall provide an idyllic escape from the chaos of everyday life. May in Cornwall enjoys a change in pace; warmer weather, bright sunshine in dazzlingly blue skies and lush green countryside met with stunning coast. The coast paths, beaches and towns remain quieter ahead of the summer crowds, and longer daylight hours mean days can be taken full advantage of. 

Choose a Luxury Break in Cornwall this May Half Term

Whether you plan on spending your days on the beach front, ice cream in hand; wandering beautiful coast paths or country walks; or taking your time to meander through quaint villages and vibrant Cornish towns, the choices are endless for a dream getaway this May. Start your summer as you mean to go on, and enjoy this refreshing escape.

When you stay in a Classic Cottage, you will enjoy excellent customer care with the highest quality self-catering accommodation. All of our cottages are handpicked; personally inspected and fully equipped for your total comfort and ease. Many of our cottages are dog-friendly too, which is great news for your four-legged friend. Browse our collection and get ready for the holiday of a lifetime. 

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

Choose from 376 May half term cottages

The Old Dairy is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St Austell.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £481

The Old Dairy

4191

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St Austell.


This former Cornish creamery has been converted into a delightful coastal retreat for two. Situated on the edge of the picturesque fishing village of Gorran Haven, The Old Dairy is...

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

7 nights from £481

Daybreak Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Port Isaac, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1023

Daybreak Cottage

4165

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Port Isaac, North Cornwall.


In an idyllic setting, located down a quiet country lane, only a few miles from some of Cornwall's finest beaches along with the pretty fishing harbour of Port Isaac, this exceptio...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1023

Thimble Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St Ives.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £700

Thimble Cottage

4132

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St Ives.


Gorgeous Thimble Cottage lies just inland from Pendeen Lighthouse and the crashing Atlantic Ocean in the far western peninsula of Cornwall. Set within a hamlet in the ancient lands...

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

7 nights from £700

Kear Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Port Isaac, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £1203

Kear Cottage

4151

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Port Isaac, North Cornwall.


Kear Cottage is an absolute peach! Located less than six miles from the stunning beaches and fishing villages on the north Cornish coast, it sits in the most idyllic setting opposi...

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

7 nights from £1203

Shepherd's Rest is a Dog friendly shepherds hut near Looe, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

From £83 per night

Shepherd's Rest

4140

Dog friendly shepherds hut near Looe, South Cornwall.


If a shepherd could pick the perfect spot to take shelter and rest, then this wonderful bolthole for two, in the most glorious countryside setting, overlooking wildlife on the pond...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

From £83 per night

White Cottage is a 3 bedroom, rural cottage with sea views near Falmouth, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1059

White Cottage

4119

3 bedroom, rural cottage with sea views near Falmouth, West Cornwall.


White Cottage is a traditional Cornish cottage with fabulous views over the most beautiful part of the Helford River across to Frenchman's Creek, the rolling countryside and woods ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1059

Be in the know… Sign up to our newsletter for holiday inspiration, offers and all things Classic.

Creek Cottage is a 3 bedroom, rural cottage with sea views near Falmouth, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £915

Creek Cottage

4120

3 bedroom, rural cottage with sea views near Falmouth, West Cornwall.


Hidden in the secluded hamlet of Lower Calamansack along narrow leafy Cornish lanes, Creek Cottage is discovered down a long private lane, with a stunning outlook across the pretti...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £915

Calamansack

  • Sleeps 10 + 2 cots in 2 properties
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1974

The Witch's Wagon at Warleggan is a Family size, dog friendly shepherds hut near Lostwithiel, South Cornwall with a hot tub
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £620 *

The Witch's Wagon at Warleggan

4090

Family size, dog friendly shepherds hut near Lostwithiel, South Cornwall with a hot tub


Fall under the spell of this stunning location with an unforgettable stay at the enchanting Witch's Wagon. Squirreled away in the pretty hamlet of Warleggan, yes it is a real place...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £620 *

The Old School Room is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Marazion, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1103

The Old School Room

4101

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Marazion, Cornwall.


This upside down, contemporary abode sits right in the very heart of Marazion, set back from the road and a short walk to the glorious safe, sandy beach, shops, restaurants, pubs a...

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

7 nights from £1103

Loading more