Cottages to Rent in May

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181 rental properties match your search for Cottages to Rent in May 2026
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Old Guadaloupe Farm House,

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
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £830
Next available: 04 Feb - 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)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomindoor hot tub accessindoor poolfree WifigardenParking
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £6500
Next available: 08 Feb - 7 nights
Online Booking Available
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The Fishing Lodge,

Sydling St Nicholas, Dorset, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Idyllic 2 bedroom hideaway set by Sydling Brook and Langford Lake within Dorset's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, relax and unwind in this tranquil setting or enjoy fishing on site.

ground floor bedroom lake views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenfireplaceBBQParking
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £800
Next available: 04 Feb - 7 nights
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Beggars Barn,

Shutford, Oxfordshire, England
sleeps  30 sleeps 30
10 bedrooms 10 bedrooms
10 bathrooms 10 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Luxurious self-catering near the English Cotswolds, to sleep from 4 to 30 people across 3 properties (main house, annexe and 2 bedroom summer house), with access to a BBQ lodge, plus excellent onsite leisure facilities (outdoor swimming pool (in season), games room facilities and outdoor table tennis).

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessoutdoor poolfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQfirepitParking
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £8000
Next available: 04 Feb - 7 nights
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Agricola House,

Wirksworth, Derbyshire, England
sleeps  14 sleeps 14
7 bedrooms 7 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Award winning, stylish 7 bedroom, 5 bathroom holiday house with cinema room, games console for fun times and relaxing wellness sauna, set in Wirksworth, close to the Peak District National Park.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomsaunafree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £4395
Next available: 04 Feb - 7 nights
Online Booking Available
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Apple Loft at Twistgates Farm Cottages,

Honiton, Devon, England
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets

Apple Loft is a stylish romantic holiday home, perfect for 2 with wonderful tree top views of the Devonshire Hills and a lovely location amongst gorgeous countryside at Twistgates Farm, just 30 minutes’ drive from the Jurassic Coast.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £425
Next available: 30 Mar - 7 nights
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Hideaways Blue Anchor,

Blue Anchor, Somerset, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
cat friendly cat friendly

Two bedroom holiday bungalow located next to a tranquil woodland only around one mile from Blue Anchor with its lovely beach, conveniently close to Minehead and just a few miles away from Exmoor National Park.

ground floor bedroom garden views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenParking
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £395
Next available: 04 Feb - 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)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accesssaunafree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQfirepitParking
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £2430
Next available: 04 Feb - 7 nights
Online Booking Available
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The Escape,

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

Sleeps 10 holiday house with warm bubbly outdoor private hot tub and games room, just outside of the Peak District National Park.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessfree WifigardenBBQParking
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £2200
Next available: 09 Feb - 4 nights
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The Barn at RyePark House,

Barnstaple, Devon, England
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets

Beautiful 1 bedroom barn conversion with warm bubbly private hot tub, perfect for a couple and in an idyllic setting nestled next to fields and farmlands in North Devon, just outside of Exmoor National Park and only half an hour's drive from the coast.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor private hot tubfree WifiPatio GardenBBQParking
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £670
Next available: 08 Feb - 3 nights
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Stanton House,

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.

ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomtennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £1290
Next available: 13 Mar - 7 nights
Family-Friendly
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Rosemore Grange,

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
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £3000
Next available: 04 Feb - 7 nights
Online Booking Available
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Balebarn Eco Lodge,

Winkleigh, Devon, England
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
wheelchair accessible accessible

With a huge wrap around veranda, eco-friendly credentials, idyllic views out over a wildlife pond, a tranquil rural setting, as well as a stunning setting nestled next to a 7 acre nature reserve in North Devon, Balebarn Lodge is quirky and unique.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
green award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQfirepitParking
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £720
Next available: 04 Feb - 7 nights
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Monnow Valley Studio,

Rockfield, Monmouthshire, Wales
sleeps  24 sleeps 24
11 bedrooms 11 bedrooms
10 bathrooms 10 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Fascinating 11 bedroom holiday house, once a recording studio and visited by A-listers, now a big group holiday house with superb riverside location, party room, games room and warm bubbly outdoor hot tub, this is a house fit for stars.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £5850
Next available: 04 Feb - 7 nights
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Blaenpant Mansion,

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
This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
7 nights from £2190
Next available: 10 Feb - 7 nights
* 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.