Cottages for Early May Bank Holiday Weekend 2025

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The Long Barn,

Taunton, Somerset, England
sleeps  12 sleeps 12
6 bedrooms 6 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Nestled by the Quantock and Blackdown Hills, this 6 bedroom barn conversion is located close to Exmoor National Park, is 5 star gold award winning and boasts an indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub and games room, perfect for a luxurious West Country holiday.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor private hot tubindoor heated poolfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £2300
Family-Friendly
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Knowle Manor,

Dunster, Somerset, England
sleeps  53 sleeps 53
20 bedrooms 20 bedrooms
20 bathrooms 20 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Fabulous large country house featuring an indoor swimming pool, games room, beautifully landscaped gardens and a location in the Aville Valley within Exmoor National Park, this is a very special place to stay with a family-friendly policy.

ensuite bedroom(s) near beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomonsite heated poolfree Wifienclosed gardenfireplaceBBQParking
7 nights from £8750
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The Dovecote,

Dartmouth, Devon, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
cat friendly cat friendly

Delightful 4 bedroom country cottage with valley views and a large private garden along with access to twenty acres of conservation valley and woodland to explore, close to the coast and not too far from Dartmoor National Park.

Part of a cottage complex: 1 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 6 people)
ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £900
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Koi Keep at Wallrudding Farm,

Doddington, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

A collection of three delightful holiday cottages on a Lincolnshire working farm with the added benefit of shared access to an indoor heated swimming pool.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 14 people)
near local pub historic property
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenonsite poolfree WifiParking
7 nights from £500
Online Booking Available
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The Mews,

Minehead, Somerset, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Luxurious 3 ensuite bedroom barn conversion in Somerset with bubbly outdoor hot tub, and idyllic country views, close to Taunton, the Quantock Hills and Exmoor National Park.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £1695
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Fair Oak Farm - Your Country Estate,

Mayfield, East Sussex, England
sleeps  36 sleeps 36
16 bedrooms 16 bedrooms
16 bathrooms 16 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Large group accommodation for a country break in East Sussex on the Weald, in award winning country estate offering a secluded and private location for up to 36 people in a range of rural accommodation; on site is a Grade II listed farmhouse, barn conversions, tree houses and shepherd's huts (on-site entertainment includes falconry, archery and cycling, bikes can be hired, ideal for special occasions and corporate events (a private chef and full catering, as well as beauty treatments, are an optional additional service).

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomsaunafree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQfirepitParking
7 nights from £7500

Caban Iwrch with all weather Hot tub,

Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, Powys, Wales
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Idyllic traditional log cabin set at the foot of the Berwyn mountain range in glorious open countryside with a large hot tub, private veranda and barbeque, perfectly located to try a number of outdoor pursuits such as mountain biking, hiking and white water rafting.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree WifigardenBBQfirepitParking
7 nights from £360
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Seaspray,

Ilfracombe, Devon, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
cat friendly cat friendly

Homely and welcoming 3 bedroom pet-friendly holiday cottage (2 dogs welcome and cats by arrangement), just a walk away from Watermouth Cove and within half an hour’s drive of some of North Devon’s best beaches.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 16 people)
valley viewsnear beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £199
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Fox Den - Fields End Water,

March, Cambridgeshire, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome

A romantic log cabin for adults only, pet friendly & furnished to a high specification with wood-burner and private hot-tub outdoors surrounded by picturesque lakes and the stunning green Cambridgeshire countryside.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifiwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £470
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Pet-Friendly
Viewed 19 times recently.

Edington Mains House,

Berwick on Tweed, Borders, Scotland
sleeps  10 sleeps 10
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed

Spacious and homely 4 bedroom holiday home close to Berwick on Tweed and only around 20 minutes' drive from some great beaches, complete with pool table, hot tub and private enclosed garden with gorgeous countryside views.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £995
Family-Friendly
Viewed 17 times recently.

Carp Cottage,

Doddington, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Escape for a chilled out holiday at Carp Cottage, situated conveniently close to several fishing lakes and part of a small collection of three welcoming holiday cottages on a working farm, with a swimming pool on site, this is a great place to relax and enjoy a spot of fishing.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 14 people)
ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenonsite poolfree WifiParking
7 nights from £450
Online Booking Available
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The Old Milking Parlour,

Wells, Somerset, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

With a gold award, a 4 star rating and views over the Mendip Hills and open countryside, the Old Milking Parlour has plenty to recommend it.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £700
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Beachcomber at Watermouth Cove Cottages,

Berrynarbor, Devon, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 3 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 3)
cat friendly cat friendly

2 bedroom pet-friendly holiday home, just a walk away from Watermouth Cove and well located for discovering some of the best of the North Devon coast on holiday.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 16 people)
valley viewsnear beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £199
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Family-Friendly
Viewed 22 times recently.

Sandpiper at Watermouth Cove Cottages,

Ilfracombe, Devon, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
cat friendly cat friendly

Welcoming and comfortable 3 bedroom pet-friendly holiday home on the North Devon coast, just a walk away from the local beach.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 16 people)
valley viewsnear beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £199
No Pets
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Lucy's Lodge,

Doddington, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets

3 bedroom rural retreat on a working farm in Lincolnshire, just 15 minutes' drive from Lincoln, with access to an indoor swimming pool on site, as well as two well stocked fishing lakes.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenonsite heated poolfree WifiParking
7 nights from £500
* Price quoted is not inclusive of any applicable booking fees or local charges.

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.