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

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Cardigan, Pembrokeshire, Wales
sleeps 18 sleeps 18
6 bedrooms 6 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Impressive Grade II listed mansion house with an private hot tub, located in extensive gardens close to the Teifi Valley and just a short drive from lovely sandy beaches and the Cardigan Bay coastline, great house for get togethers, special celebrations (hen parties and stag parties welcome) and big family holidays.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQfirepitParking
7 nights from £2190
Next available: 05 May - 7 nights
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Symonds Yat, Herefordshire, England
sleeps 30 sleeps 30
13 bedrooms 13 bedrooms
12 bathrooms 12 bathrooms
4 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 4)
family friendly family friendly

Fabulous 13 bedroom pet-friendly riverside holiday home with games room and hot tub in Symonds Yet, sleeps 30.

ground floor bedroom river views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree WifigardenBBQParking
7 nights from £5250
Next available: 11 May - 4 nights
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Wainfleet All Saints, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps 21 sleeps 21
11 bedrooms 11 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Impressive 8 bedroom Lincolnshire country house set amongst beautiful gardens near Skegness and the Lincolnshire Wolds, plus a 3 bedroom Elizabethan cottage to rent, with an indoor swimming pool on site, a games room as well an outdoor tennis court, Northolme Hall is ideal for big groups of friends or family and could be the perfect place to rent for big family get-togethers or special celebrations such as anniversary or birthday parties (well behaved hen parties welcome by arrangement).

near beach near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomonsite heated pooltennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenfireplaceParking
7 nights from £4452
Next available: 05 May - 3 nights
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Rothbury, Northumberland, England
sleeps 7 sleeps 7
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
3 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

High quality 3 bedroom 2 bathroom barn conversion with country views, close to Northumberland National Park and half an hour’s drive from the Northumbrian coast, pet-friendly and with an enclosed garden.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchentennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £660
Next available: 05 May - 3 nights
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Pencraig, Herefordshire, England
sleeps 36 sleeps 36
11 bedrooms 11 bedrooms
11 bathrooms 11 bathrooms
5 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 5)
family friendly family friendly

Elegant 11 bedroom country house set in beautiful gardens in the Wye Valley AONB, complete with games room with pool, table tennis and table football, just 6 miles from Ross on Wye.

ensuite bedroom(s) river views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £5750
Next available: 05 May - 7 nights
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Whitbourne, Worcestershire, England
sleeps 26 sleeps 26
11 bedrooms 11 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Large country house with 11 bedrooms and many fine features, nestled in pleasant private gardens by glorious unspoilt countryside, within easy reach of Worcester, Hereford, Cheltenham and the Malvern Hills, ideal for large family or group getaways, parties, special celebrations and special holidays.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifigardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQParking
7 nights from £4000
Next available: 05 May - 3 nights
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Blackden Heath, Cheshire, England
sleeps 18 sleeps 18
7 bedrooms 7 bedrooms
7 bathrooms 7 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Large and spacious holiday farmhouse with outdoor private hot tub and games room, set in the stunning Cheshire countryside, ideal for groups of friends (including hens or stags) or family breaks.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stovefireplaceParking
7 nights from £3000
Next available: 05 May - 7 nights
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Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, England
sleeps 14 sleeps 14
6 bedrooms 6 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Perfect for large groups or families looking to explore the beautiful Cotswolds, this stone-built holiday cottage is part of the Flagstone Farm development and has 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms as well as lovely views of the surrounding countryside.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 48 people)
ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomtennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £1290
Next available: 11 May - 7 nights
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Lydbrook, Gloucestershire, England
sleeps 26 sleeps 26
12 bedrooms 12 bedrooms
11 bathrooms 11 bathrooms
3 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

Searching for a large holiday house for a big group getaway? This 11 bedroom holiday house sleeps up to 24 and with river views, a pet-friendly policy, a warm bubbly private hot tub and a games room has plenty to offer large groups, including a lovely setting by the River Wye in the Wye Valley, right next to the lush greenery of the Forest of Dean.

ensuite bedroom(s) river views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £5950
Next available: 05 May - 3 nights
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Family-Friendly
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Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Fantastic rural retreat, this family-friendly self-catering farmhouse enjoys a tranquil setting in Leicestershire and with views of the surrounding countryside, high quality accommodation, a gold award, a private hot tub and half an acre of gardens, has plenty to recommend it.

ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottageTVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifienclosed gardenParking
7 nights from £830
Next available: 05 May - 6 nights
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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
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £2200
Next available: 05 May - 7 nights
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St Michael's on Wyre, Lancashire, England
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome

Comfortable recently built timber holiday lodge with a fantastic setting right by the River Wyre, enjoy riverside walks, relaxing and fishing whilst enjoying a special holiday here (fishing is possible for two guests at nearby coarse fishing lakes).

ground floor bedroom lake views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVmicrowave in kitchenfree WifiParking
7 nights from £550
Next available: 05 May - 3 nights
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Monmouth, Monmouthshire, Wales
sleeps 24 sleeps 24
11 bedrooms 11 bedrooms
9 bathrooms 9 bathrooms
3 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

Spacious 11 bedroom country house rental on outskirts of Monmouth with warm bubbly indoor hot tub, games room with table tennis, pool plus table football and 2 acres of gardens complete with children’s play facilities.

ensuite bedroom(s) rural views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomindoor hot tub accessfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £4950
Next available: 11 May - 4 nights
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Stratton, Dorset, England
sleeps 8 sleeps 8
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

An ideal country retreat, this holiday lodge enjoys a fantastic rural setting high within the Dorset Downs and offers characterful accommodation along with fishing on the River Frome nearby.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifigardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQfirepitParking
7 nights from £1100
Next available: 22 May - 7 nights
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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
7 nights from £595
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.