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Cottages for Early May Bank Holiday Weekend 2025

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495 rental properties match your search for Cottages for Early May Bank Holiday Weekend

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Mallard,

Beccles, Suffolk, England
sleeps 7 sleeps 7
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
1 dog welcome 1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Beautiful 3 bedroom holiday barn with tranquil rural views, just outside of Norfolk Broads and only around half an hour's drive from coast, enjoying access to excellent shared onsite facilities including a hot tub, a games room with pool table, table tennis, table football and air hockey, as well as a fitness barn and a children's play area.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
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gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomindoor hot tub accessfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
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7 nights from £1085
Next available: 10 Dec - 7 nights
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Billys Bothy,

Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England
sleeps 16 sleeps 16
6 bedrooms 6 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Large award winning holiday cottage set within landscaped gardens, near the Peak District, sleeps up to 16 plus 2 cots.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
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gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accesssaunafree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQfirepitParking
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7 nights from £2430
Next available: 10 Dec - 7 nights
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Two Owls Lodge,

Two Dales, Derbyshire, England
sleeps 3 sleeps 3
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Idyllic sleeps 3 rural retreat in a superb country location and with beautiful views over the Derwent Valley, situated just outside of the Peak District National Park and close to Matlock.

valley views near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifiPatio Gardenwood burning stovefireplaceParking
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7 nights from £595
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Old Coach House,

Aldwark, Derbyshire, England
sleeps 7 sleeps 7
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
unlimited dogs welcome unlimited dogs welcome
cat friendly cat friendly

Searching for a family cottage in the Peak District National Park? This charming pet-friendly cottage is ideal for family holidays, enjoys an idyllic setting next to fields and should be a hit with the kids with a garden with swings and sandpit where the children can play.

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ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQParking
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7 nights from £240
Next available: 15 Dec - 5 nights
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The Haven - Luxury Sheltered Hot Tub & Games Room,

Two Dales, Derbyshire, England
sleeps 10 sleeps 10
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

No pets 5 bedroom holiday home in a tranquil village setting near Bakewell and the Peak District National Park, with the added luxury of a bubbly outdoor hot tub and games room.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
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TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
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7 nights from £2200
Next available: 10 Dec - 7 nights
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Ty Penbryn,

Llangunnor, Carmarthenshire, Wales
sleeps 24 sleeps 24
11 bedrooms 11 bedrooms
11 bathrooms 11 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

15 bedroom Georgian mansion set in expansive grounds in Carmarthen, complete with indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam room for spa-style experience, plus a private cinema and games room for entertainment.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
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TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomindoor hot tub accessindoor poolfree WifigardenParking
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7 nights from £6500
Next available: 10 Dec - 7 nights
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The following properties match your search criteria but have not supplied up to date availability information, contact them direct to find out if they are available.

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Carrick Lodge,

Dalmally, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
cat friendly cat friendly

3 bedroom dog-friendly lodge ideal for a relaxing break, with sauna, hot tub and loch views, set by woodlands and a tranquil loch in beautiful Argyll and Bute in Scotland.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over hills
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchensaunafree WifigardenBBQParking
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7 nights from £1500
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The Chaffhouse,

Great Sturton, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
4 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 4)
family friendly family friendly

Lovely 2 bedroom dogs welcome and family-friendly barn conversion next to countryside and close to the Lincolnshire Wolds and Lincoln.

panoramic views of unspoiled countryside with meadows near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree WifigardenParking
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7 nights from £300
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The Stable, Old Barn Cottages,

Great Sturton, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps 5 sleeps 5
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
3 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 3)
cat friendly cat friendly

Spacious 3 bedroom pet-friendly holiday barn to rent, next to the Lincolnshire Wolds and only around 40 minutes' drive from the coast.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree WifigardenBBQParking
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7 nights from £300
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Suran Y Coed,

Knighton, Powys, Wales
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

High quality 2 bedroom wooden holiday lodge with its own private hot tub and beautiful valley setting by hills and woodlands, ideal for a relaxing rural retreat break (set on a farm with fishing ponds on site).

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
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smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
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7 nights from £320
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Pet-Friendly
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2 Swan Green Cottages,

Emery Down, Hampshire, England
sleeps 8 sleeps 8
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome

Idyllic 3 bedroom pet-friendly thatched country cottage in the Heart of the New Forest, just outside of Lyndhurst.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub
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TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenParking
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7 nights from £1050
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No Pets
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New Close Cottage,

Kirkby Malham, North Yorkshire, England
sleeps 5 sleeps 5
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Welcoming 3 bedroom rural retreat cottage on a working farm, only 2 miles from Malham and within the unspoilt Yorkshire Dales National Park, ideal for walking holidays.

views over beautiful malhamdale and surrounding area and the working farm near local pub
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TVmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenfireplaceParking
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7 nights from £450
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Romantic Retreat
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Hare Romantic Retreat,

Bath, Somerset, England
sleeps 2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets

No pets sleeps 2 Cotswolds rural retreat just 4 miles from Bath, with veranda with fabulous countryside views.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchenfree WifiParking
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7 nights from £445
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Cefn-nant Lodge,

Knighton, Powys, Wales
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Two bedroom log cabin for adults only with stunning country views, large decked area and outdoor private hot tub, perfect for a relaxing rural retreat holiday on a tranquil farm location (with fishing ponds on site).

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
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7 nights from £320
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Romantic Retreat
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Owl Cottage at Coombe Barn Cottages,

Bath, Somerset, England
sleeps 2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets

Idyllic couple’s no pets rural retreat, featuring stunning country views over the Somerset countryside, just 10 minutes’ drive from Bath.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchenfree WifiParking
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7 nights from £445
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Looking to book a holiday cottage for the Early May Bank Holiday in 2025? Find holiday homes in the countryside and by the coast, to rent for the weekend of 3rd to the 5th of May 2025 on Country Cottages Online.

Why Rent a Holiday Cottage Over the Early Bank Holiday Weekend?

The springtime bank holiday weekend can be a great time of the year to escape for a staycation break in the UK. Having an extra day off gives you an opportunity to spend time with the family on a weekend break, where you can escape, relax and unwind with friends or family. During this time of year you can often be lucky with Spring sunshine too!

Whether you want to escape to the countryside for a rural retreat break or head to the coast for some fresh sea air and coastal walks, make the most of this long weekend and escape for a mini break this Spring.

Book the Best May Day Holiday Escape for you

There are often May Day events and celebrations on across the UK, so there is plenty to see and do whether at home or away. Whether you opt to book a break in England, Wales, Scotland or Ireland, we hope you find the perfect holiday home to rent for your early May bank holiday break. Options include family-friendly cottages, romantic escapes, dog-friendly accommodation and glamping.