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 374 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 374 May half term cottages

No 2 Water Lane is a 3 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in St Agnes, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £977

No 2 Water Lane

5476

3 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in St Agnes, North Cornwall.


Just a short stroll from the beach and in the much sought-after village of St Agnes is a truly magical place for a Cornish holiday. Deep in the heart of the village you will find N...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £977

Barn Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Coverack, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £790 *

Barn Cottage

5377

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


Set within one and a half acres of private grounds, this gorgeous cottage was originally part of Polcoverack Farm and housed the mill wheel and grinding stones. A water wheel was o...

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

7 nights from £790 *

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The Rigging is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Polperro, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £852

The Rigging

5470

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


Come and live the coastal life at The Rigging, our most charming, white-washed cottage set in the idyllic harbourside village of Polperro. With bags of original features paired wit...

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

7 nights from £852

Whim Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Falmouth.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1039

Whim Cottage

5353

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Falmouth.


Situated in an enviable and unspoilt Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (now known as National Landscapes) between Mylor Bridge and Restronguet Creek, this stunning Grade II Liste...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1039

Restronguet Barton

  • Sleeps 8 + 3 cots in 2 properties
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1114

Laundry Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wadebridge, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £605

Laundry Cottage

5464

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wadebridge, North Cornwall.


Come and escape to the peaceful bliss of our country hideaway. This charming cottage can be found within the beautiful grounds of Tredethy House, yet with easy access to the clifft...

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

7 nights from £605

The Blue House is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Portloe, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 3
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £737

The Blue House

5442

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Portloe, Cornwall.


Sitting in an elevated position in the picturesque unspoilt fishing village of Portloe on Cornwall's south coast, The Blue House is a beautiful Grade II Listed fisherman's cottage ...

  • Sleeps 3
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £737

The Piggery is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St Ives.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £484

The Piggery

5475

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


Nestled in the rugged countryside of west Cornwall yet just a short drive away from the stunning beaches of St Ives you will find The Piggery an enchanting semi-detached single-sto...

  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £484

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Trekenner Barn is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Launceston, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £595

Trekenner Barn

5408

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Launceston, North Cornwall.


The warmest of welcomes awaits at Trekenner Barn nestled in the Inny valley. This beautiful holiday abode boasts a glorious garden, wood-fired hot tub and a barn that offers all th...

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

7 nights from £595

Birdsong is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage near Mawgan Porth, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

From £94 per night

Birdsong

5452

1 bedroom self catering cottage near Mawgan Porth, North Cornwall.


One of the joys of stepping into spring is the bird song it brings; however, you can enjoy this little beauty until the draw of chillier days and darker nights set in. Located down...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

From £94 per night

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