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Cottages for Early May Bank Holiday Weekend 2025

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

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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
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TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomonsite heated poolfree Wifienclosed gardenfireplaceBBQParking
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7 nights from £8750
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Romantic Retreats at Annstead Cottages,

Beadnell, Northumberland, England
sleeps 2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Choose from 4 pet-friendly romantic retreats at this working farm right by the seaside of the Northumberland Coast AONB, just 1 mile from Seahouses.

ground floor bedroom rural views
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TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifiPatio GardenParking
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7 nights from £410
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Family-Friendly
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Bluegate Farm Holiday Cottages,

Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Two high quality farm cottages, each with its own private garden and impressive countryside views out towards the Chiltern Hills, just a short distance from Whipsnade Wild Animal Park, Woburn Safari Park and the Dunstable Downs.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
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smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenParking
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7 nights from £550
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Romantic Cabin Haf with all weather Hot Tub,

Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, Powys, Wales
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Romantic log cabin with its own private hot tub, nestled by the Berwyn Mountains in Wales.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
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smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree WifigardenBBQParking
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7 nights from £480
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Romantic Retreat
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Millers End,

Alderholt, Dorset, England
sleeps 2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
1 dog welcome 1 dog allowed

Escape for a romantic break with your partner to this sleeps 2 cottage apartment, part of a historic Watermill, holiday close to the riverside where fishing is possible by arrangement, plus enjoy discovering the nearby New Forest National Park on days out, or head further afield and explore Salisbury, Stonehenge and even Bournemouth, all within an 40 minute drive.

ground floor bedroom rural views
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TVmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
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7 nights from £360
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Beaford Country House,

Great Torrington, Devon, England
sleeps 23 sleeps 23
9 bedrooms 9 bedrooms
9 bathrooms 9 bathrooms
3 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

Situated by the river valley of Torridge, this large country house has 9 bedrooms, beautiful gardens, an outdoor swimming pool and a private hot tub and has plenty to recommend it for hen parties, stag parties, special holidays and even weddings.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach
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TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessoutdoor heated poolfireplaceBBQfirepitParkinggarden
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7 nights from £3800
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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)
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smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomsaunafree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQfirepitParking
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7 nights from £7500
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Family-Friendly
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Inglenook Cottage,

Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, England
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
1 dog welcome 1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Pretty 4 star, 2 bedroom country cottage with own garden in the Chiltern Hills AONB, just 3 miles from Great Missenden.

garden views near local pub
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TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenParking
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7 nights from £525
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Pet-Friendly
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The Gun Emplacement,

St. Margaret's Bay, Dover, Kent, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome

Unique holiday cottage with fabulous sea views perched high on the cliff in a breathtaking location along the White Cliffs of Dover.

ground floor bedroom sea views
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TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
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7 nights from £375
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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.

valley viewsnear beach
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TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveParking
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7 nights from £199
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Romantic Retreat
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Roach Rest,

Doddington, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps 2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets

This 1 bedroom holiday cottage is located on a lovely working farm which boasts fishing lakes as well as a large indoor heated swimming pool, many of Lincolnshire’s best sights are within easy reach for day trips.

lake views near local pub
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TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenonsite heated poolfree WifiPatio GardenParking
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7 nights from £300
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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)
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smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
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7 nights from £1695
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Family-Friendly
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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)
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gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor private hot tubindoor heated poolfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
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7 nights from £2300
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Barlings Barn,

Llanbrynmair, Powys, Wales
sleeps 35 sleeps 35
15 bedrooms 15 bedrooms
12 bathrooms 12 bathrooms
4 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 4)
family friendly family friendly

Close to Snowdonia National Park and set in peaceful countryside with enviable views over a paddock and woodland, this large holiday haven offers guests 12 bedrooms, with exclusive use of a heated indoor swimming pool, squash court, sauna, table tennis and pool table.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor private hot tubsaunaonsite heated poolfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQfirepitParking
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7 nights from £5950
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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
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7 nights from £700
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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.