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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Ground floor apartment within 5 minute stroll of Downderry beach. Ensuite bathroom, wet room, WiFi, enclosed garden, open plan living area. Plymouth 17 miles. (Ref. 959264)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Sun 2nd May
for 3 nights From £408

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.6★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The View is a pleasant single-storey cottage resting in Goodnestone near Faversham, Kent. Romantic. Countryside views. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Faversham 2.1 miles; Chilham 6.3 miles; Whitstable 6 miles; Canterbury 8.8 miles. (Ref. 1150231)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Sun 2nd May
for 3 nights From £304

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A detached lodge, surrounded by magnificent countryside, near of Rhosneigr on the Isle of Anglesey. Countryside views. Garden with fire pit. Electric fire. Open-plan living room. Rhosneigr 2.8 miles; Anglesey 4.1 miles; Holyhead 9.7 miles. (Ref. 1049938)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Tue 4th May
for 3 nights From £442

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Sty is a charming, pet-friendly house located in Shades Farm, Wiltshire, boasting an electric fire, enclosed garden, and ample off-road parking. Cricklade 5.6 miles; Malmesbury 10.1 miles; Swindon 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1178330)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 4th May
for 3 nights From £627

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Gweedore Homestead is a delightful, pet-friendly house located near a beach in Bunbeg, County Donegal, with ground-floor living and ample off-road parking. Bunbeg 0.1 miles; Glenveagh National Park 17 miles; Letterkenny 31 miles. (Ref. 1170717)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Wed 5th May
for 3 nights From £492

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming single-storey property perched in Alford, Lincolnshire. Dog-friendly. Near an AONB. Pretty views. 5.3 miles; Louth 13.8 miles; Skegness 14.7 miles; Horncastle 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1122497)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

Mon 3rd May
for 3 nights From £552

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An annexe-style dwelling, resting on the outskirts of Ammanford. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Llanelli 12 miles; Swansea 13 miles. (Ref. 977490)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Mon 3rd May
for 3 nights From £425

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A traditional cottage in a secluded location in Southwold in Suffolk. Family-friendly. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Welcome gift. Aldeburgh 17.9 miles; Woodbridge 27.8 miles; Felixstowe 39.3 miles. (Ref. 1117130)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 30th Apr
for 3 nights From £641

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An all ground floor cottage resting on the beachfront of Maybole on the Culzean Castle Estate, Scotland. Woodburning stove. Dog-friendly. Adjacent to beach. Girvan 10.7 miles; Ayr 12 miles; Galloway Forest Park 14.8 miles. (Ref. 1060513)

  • Pets go free
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

Sun 2nd May
for 3 nights From £567

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A stunning timber lodge based in St Buryan, Cornwall. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Country views. Penzance 4 miles; St Ives 12 miles. (Ref. 1001343)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine

Fri 30th Apr
for 3 nights From £556

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Sandy Haven is a delightful, ground-floor apartment resting in Swanage, Dorset. Near amenities and beach. Allocated parking. In AONB. Wareham 9.5 miles; Poole 19.5 miles. (Ref. 1140492)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom

Fri 30th Apr
for 3 nights From £580

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Pines 15 is a welcoming caravan located in Porthcawl, Mid Glamorgan, boasting an open-plan living space, beach proximity and on-site swimming pool. Bridgend 6.3 miles; Port Talbot 11.3 miles. (Ref. 1175049)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Baby-friendly

Mon 3rd May
for 3 nights From £368

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Penrallt is a lovely, single-storey holiday cottage that lies near the quaint village of Pentrefoelas in Conwy with an enclosed garden and bike storage. Betws-y-Coed 8.5 miles; Conwy 23.7 miles; Llandudno 26 miles (Ref. 1160616)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Mon 3rd May
for 3 nights From £386

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A lovely one-bedroom cottage resting in Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire. Private courtyard. Smart TV. Close to amenities. Open-plan. Hull 7.6 miles; Bridlington 22.5 miles; York 30.4 miles. (Ref. 1097425)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher

Fri 30th Apr
for 3 nights From £447

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farm Retreat, a charming stone-built cottage on the outskirts of Austwick in North Yorkshire boasts a woodburning stove and nearby amenities. Settle 5.3 miles; Ingleton 6.4 miles; Skipton 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1199055)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

Mon 3rd May
for 3 nights From £378

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farm Barn, a delightful pet-friendly barn conversion nestled near Austwick in North Yorkshire, boasts a woodburning stove, an enclosed garden. Settle 5 miles (Ref. 1199056)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Tue 4th May
for 3 nights From £454

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Blindwell House is a charming, family and pet-friendly cottage located in the village of Wensley in Derbyshire, boasting a woodburning stove and barbecue. Matlock 3.6 miles; Bakewell 7.2 miles; Ashbourne 13.7 miles; Derby 21.8 miles. (Ref. 1181996)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Sun 2nd May
for 3 nights From £479

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.6★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A huge apartment over two floors of a grand country house in the village of Buchlyvie, Scotland. Grand piano. Woodburning stoves. Lovely views. Stirling 16.9 miles; Loch Lomond 23.4 miles. (Ref. 1044859)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Sun 2nd May
for 3 nights From £1845

Last booked yesterday
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Holiday Park

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This delightful, two-bedroom holiday barn rests in Nantmel, near Rhayader, Powys. Countryside. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Llandrindod Wells 6.1 miles; Aberystwyth 34.7 miles. (Ref. 1130599)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher

Fri 30th Apr
for 3 nights From £497

Make the most of the long weekend by booking one of these May Bank Holiday holidays, perfect for a relaxing escape or an adventure-filled getaway.

Why Book May Bank Holiday Holidays?

With longer days, warmer weather and spring in full swing, May Bank Holiday holidays are the perfect excuse to get away for a few days. Whether you’re planning a last-minute trip or something a little more organised, this time of year offers a brilliant balance of lovely weather and exciting opportunities.

From coastal retreats to countryside escapes, May Bank Holiday breaks in the UK give you the chance to unwind and recharge without needing to take too much time off work. It’s ideal for couples, families and groups of friends alike, with plenty of holiday homes available to suit all kinds of trips.

What’s more, with so many destinations coming to life during spring, you’ll find plenty of events, attractions and scenic spots to explore. Booking early is always recommended, as these popular May Bank Holiday holidays tend to fill up quickly.

Places to Visit during May Bank Holiday Breaks

When you book one of these May Bank Holiday breaks, you’ll have the whole of the UK at your fingertips, giving you endless options when it comes to planning your trip.

England is always a fantastic choice, offering a mix of bustling cities, charming villages and stunning coastlines. From exploring the Peak District’s scenic walking routes to enjoying a seaside escape in Devon or discovering historic landmarks in cities like York and Bath, there’s something for everyone to enjoy during your May Bank Holiday holidays.

Alternatively, heading north to Scotland can offer a completely different experience. Known for its dramatic landscapes, lochs and historic castles, it’s perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in nature or enjoy a peaceful retreat.

For a coastal and countryside mix, Wales is another brilliant destination to consider. Home to three national parks, a stunning coastline and plenty of charming towns and villages, it’s ideal for walking, sightseeing or simply relaxing during your stay.

On the other hand, if you’re looking for somewhere a little different, Northern Ireland offers a unique and memorable escape. From the iconic Giant’s Causeway to the vibrant city of Belfast, there’s plenty to see and do, making it a fantastic choice for your next May Bank Holiday holidays.

Other Popular Destinations for booking May Bank Holiday Breaks UK:

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Isle of Wight Short Breaks

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Wiltshire Short Breaks

Yorkshire Short Breaks

Types of Holidays

As well as these properties for May Bank Holidays, there’s also a full collection of bank holiday cottages and weekend cottage breaks available, giving you even more options when planning your next getaway.

If you’re already thinking ahead, be sure to explore these holiday cottages for May, or take a look at other seasonal breaks such as these February half term cottages and Easter cottages.

Planning further ahead? Then consider booking one of these August bank holiday cottages, or even looking towards later in the year with these October half term cottages and Christmas and New Year cottages.