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168 rental properties match your search for Cottages to Rent in May 2026

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Tincleton, Dorset, England
sleeps 10 sleeps 10
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Gold award winning 5 bedroom 4 bathroom rural retreat with secure garden, nestled in the Dorset countryside on a working farm, just 6 miles from Dorchester and half an hour’s drive from the coast, with nature walks, a tennis court, and table tennis on site.

ground floor bedroom
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagewood burning stovefireplaceBBQgarden
7 nights from £1495
Next available: 05 May - 3 nights
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no booking fee

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West Pennard, Somerset, England
sleeps 12 sleeps 12
6 bedrooms 6 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

High quality 6 bedroom, sleeps 12 pet-friendly barn conversion (all en-suite bedrooms) in rural Somerset, close to Glastonbury, and boasting a private bubbly outdoor hot tub and shared access to a swimming pool and sauna.

Part of a cottage complex: 1 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 12 people)
ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £3010
Next available: 11 May - 4 nights
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Holme next the Sea, Norfolk, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Comfortable and welcoming holiday bungalow just a short stroll from a beautiful sandy beach in Holme next the Sea, pet-friendly and family-friendly, this is a fantastic cottage for a relaxing holiday by the seaside and is well located for discovering the beautiful North Norfolk coast.

5 (1 reviews)
ground floor bedroom rural views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £520
Next available: 16 May - 7 nights
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Online Booking Available
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no booking fee

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Stonehenge, Wiltshire, England
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Two bedroom holiday bungalow with beautiful countryside views, set down a country track, just a few miles from Stonehenge.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenfireplaceBBQParking
7 nights from £650
Next available: 10 Jun - 6 nights
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Swilland, Woodbridge, Suffolk, England
sleeps 10 sleeps 10
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Picture-perfect large Suffolk country cottage sleeping 10, with exposed timbers, inglenook fireplace and large gardens, with the added bonus of the coast being within easy reach for day trips.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £1550
Next available: 05 May - 7 nights
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Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, England
sleeps 5 sleeps 5
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
1 dog welcome 1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Beautifully presented, 3 bedroom Epsom Cottage is an absolute dream, with luxurious 5 star rated accommodation, this is an idyllic place to enjoy a truly relaxing holiday in the Cotswolds close to Chipping Norton, with access to a heated indoor swimming pool on site, a spa where you can book pampering treatments (available at additional cost), as well as a gym and beautiful gardens, this has to be one of the Cotswolds' very best holiday homes.

ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottageTVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenonsite heated poolfree Wifienclosed gardenfireplaceParking
7 nights from £1157
Next available: 15 May - 3 nights
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Romantic Retreat
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Malvern, Worcestershire, England
sleeps 2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets

4 star Gold Award winning barn conversion near Malvern with stunning views out to the Malvern Hills.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £430
Next available: 22 May - 7 nights
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Balloch, Dunbartonshire, Scotland
sleeps 10 sleeps 10
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
4 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 4)
family friendly family friendly

Ideal 4 bedroom escape in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, close to Balloch, pet-friendly and with an inviting private hot tub and country views.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £1750
Next available: 05 May - 3 nights
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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
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £420
Next available: 05 May - 7 nights
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no booking fee

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Whitchurch, Shropshire, England
sleeps 10 sleeps 10
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
1 dog welcome 1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

5 bedroom barn conversion in rural Shropshire close to Wales/England border, plenty to offer families including access to an indoor swimming pool, multi-sports area, good walks nearby, woodland picnic area, birdwatching area and play area for the under 5s.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenindoor heated pooltennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £1627
Next available: 05 May - 7 nights
Special Offer: 15 May - 3 nights
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Family-Friendly
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Stowmarket, Suffolk, England
sleeps 22 sleeps 22
8 bedrooms 8 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
3 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

Beautiful large sleeps 22 holiday barn in rural Suffolk close to Needham Market, complete with hot tub, games room, outdoor games and 2 acres of beautiful gardens, ideal for big family gatherings and special celebrations.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £3495
Next available: 05 May - 3 nights
Special Offer: 15 May - 3 nights
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Online Booking Available
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no booking fee

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Salcombe, Devon, England
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
4 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 4)
cat friendly cat friendly

Stylish 1 bedroom pet-friendly holiday rental with sea and countryside views plus a balcony for sitting out and enjoying the view, just 4 miles from Salcombe and 20 miles from Dartmouth.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 13 people)
ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenParking
7 nights from £560
Next available: 08 May - 3 nights
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Family-Friendly
Viewed 47 times recently.
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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.

5 (1 reviews)
ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQParking
7 nights from £240
Next available: 09 May - 5 nights
Special Offer: 09 May - 5 nights
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Pet-Friendly
Viewed 33 times recently.
no booking fee

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Grantown-On-Spey, Highland, Scotland
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
1 dog welcome 1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

5 star rated mill conversion in Speyside with fabulous country views, a secluded setting next to forest and hills and close proximity to the Speyside Way and River Spey.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £800
Next available: 10 May - 7 nights
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no booking fee

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Whitchurch, Shropshire, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
1 dog welcome 1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

3 bedroom pet-friendly barn conversion in rural Shropshire, set next to fields and farmlands near Whitchurch, with access to excellent onsite leisure facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, sports area and toddlers play area.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenindoor heated pooltennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £628
Next available: 05 May - 7 nights
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* Price quoted is not inclusive of any applicable booking fees or local charges.

Searching for a holiday cottage to rent in May 2023? Whether you want to rent a log cabin, a rural retreat, a lodge or even a large country house, find a great selection of holiday cottages with availability for May on Country Cottages Online.

Why Book a Holiday Cottage for a May Break

With warmer Spring weather, May can be a great month to get away before the busy school holiday season. Escape and enjoy a cottage break with less tourists around, so you can enjoy your holiday to the maximum without traffic delays or too many other guests around.

Find the Best May Cottage to Rent for you

In May you can sometimes find special offers and late deals too, so be sure to ask cottage owners and agencies about their best deals available for May Breaks.

Whether you opt to holiday in England, Wales, Scotland or Ireland, we hope you find the perfect holiday cottage to rent this May on Country Cottages Online.