May Half Term Retreats in Devon
Whisk your gang away on a luxury retreat in Devon this May half term. Our self-catering cottages are primed and ready to welcome you into the greener side of life this summer. Escape from the rhythm of everyday life and let your problems disappear. Each of our cottages is handpicked; carefully selected and completely equipped with a complete inventory. Read more
Long days spent on Devon's stunning coast with the children, or late mornings and lazy afternoons spent in lush rolling countryside. Holiday cottage with private swimming pool, or luxury retreat with spectacular views. However you envisage your dream holiday and whoever you'd like to share it with, we can help you pave the way. It's good news for four-legged friends too, as many of our cottages are dog-friendly.
Spend your May Half Term in Devon
If you've been looking forward to your May half term, rest assured it's about to get better. In a Classic Cottage you can enjoy the beautiful county of Devon all from your very own slice of heaven. To ensure the highest standards are met, we pride ourselves on marketing only the finest quality self-catering accommodation. Each cottage is carefully selected; personally inspected and fully equipped with everything you could need and more during your break. Whether you are looking for a little cottage for two, or want a big family-friendly home with space for all the kids, granny, granddad and some friends too, we'll help you find exactly what you're looking for.
Our exclusive ferry discounts will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.
Discover our 168 May half term cottages
7 nights from £542
The Forge
26772 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bovey Tracey, Dartmoor.
The Forge is single-storey and has its own small patio-area to one side. Very warm and cosy inside, this is a pretty cottage (watch the step down to the bedrooms). The kitchen look...
7 nights from £542
7 nights from £653
Moon Cottage
24152 bedroom cottage with river views in Dartmouth, South Devon.
Set on the edge of Dartmouth with delightful river views, Moon Cottage is one of a small terrace within easy walking distance of the town centre. This charming house (so-called as ...
7 nights from £653
Readymade beds and fluffy towels; this simple but appreciated welcome is standard with us.
Towels and readymade beds
All of our cottages provide bed linen and towels as standard, with a change of bedding included for holidays of two weeks or more. You’ll also find a fresh change of towels for each week (for in the house only, please bring your own for the beach) and tea towels a-plenty.
The beds will be readymade and waiting for you on arrival so you can simply sink into comfort and relax straight into your holiday.
7 nights from £3351
Meadowgate
23566 bedroom, dog friendly, rural home near the sea in Welcombe, North Devon.
Meadowgate is Kirstie Allsopp’s beautiful ‘Homemade Home’. Found in total seclusion minutes from Welcombe Mouth, one of the most stunning beaches on the north coast, Meadowgate...
7 nights from £3351
7 nights from £557 *
Fig Tree Cottage
23473 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.
In a tranquil spot, Fig Tree Cottage offers a haven to relax and recover from everyday life. Set in the Tamar Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, there are 28 acres of f...
7 nights from £557 *
7 nights from £501 *
Horseshoe Cottage
23482 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.
Nestled in the grounds of a gorgeous, secluded farm sits Horseshoe Cottage, a beautiful retreat full of traditional features that has a real sense of character to it. This getaway ...
7 nights from £501 *
Tuell Farm
7 nights from £1058
7 nights from £594
Oak Leaf
20752 bedroom, rural holiday cottage in Beaworthy, North Devon.
Tucked deep in beautiful Devon countryside, offering woodland walks and coastal trips, Oak Leaf will delight discerning guests. Impeccably renovated, this semi-detached cottage ove...
7 nights from £594
7 nights from £601
Wadsbury Farm Cottage
20682 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Lyme Regis, South Devon.
Wadsbury Farm Cottage is in a hilltop position in an east Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the coastal towns and fishing villages of Lyme Regis, Beer, Branscombe, Sid...
7 nights from £601
Our property managers are local experts who handpick perfect places to stay.
Local experts
We scour the coast and country to winkle out bits worth sharing with you, the best properties in lovely locations. While we’re out and about, we gather together the best things to do so that you can start planning your holiday as soon as you’ve booked.
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 £471
Moonstone
19801 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Clovelly, North Devon.
Moonstone is a delightful single-storey, one bedroom, detached cottage just 1.5 miles from the rugged north Devon coast and the dramatic coastal path. At low tide, vast expanses of...
7 nights from £471
7 nights from £796
Lost and Found
17982 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Dartmouth, South Devon.
Lost and Found is ideal for those seeking rest and tranquility. Surrounded by the Greenway Estate, it sits at the head of a wooded valley 300 feet above the River Dart. This beauti...
7 nights from £796
