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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

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Portland is a charming, single-storey shepherds hut situated in the quaint village of Grove, near Retford, Nottinghamshire. Off-road parking. Hot tub. Retford 3.4 miles; Gainsborough 11.3 miles; Worksop 11.5 miles; Lincoln 18.3 miles. Glamping at its best (Ref. 1128206)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub

Fri 4th Jun
for 3 nights From £399

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A beautiful property set just outside the town of Stroud, Gloucestershire. Reverse level accommodation. Tasteful furnishings. Barbecue. Gloucester 14.3 miles; Cirencester 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1132436)

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

Mon 7th Jun
for 3 nights From £599

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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A detached property sitting in the village of Llandegfan, Anglesey. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Washing machine. Menai Bridge 1.8 miles; Beaumaris 3.4 miles. (Ref. 1094261)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Wed 2nd Jun
for 3 nights From £986

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A fabulous semi-detached cottage resting in Moor Monkton, near Upper Poppleton, in North Yorkshire. En-suite. Enclosed patio. Off-road parking. York 7.6 miles; Harrogate 16.7 miles; Leeds 29.1 miles. (Ref. 1059159)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Wed 2nd Jun
for 3 nights From £352

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A luxurious detached cottage, surrounded by countryside. Hot tub, woodburning stove, two en-suite bedrooms, media room, games room, conservatory. Stunning views. Conwy 7.8 miles. (Ref. 920258)

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

Fri 4th Jun
for 3 nights From £1276

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

18 Glasfryn Avenue is a pet-friendly, detached, dormer bungalow located on the rural outskirts of Prestatyn in Denbighshire, enjoying a soothing hot tub. Colwyn Bay 15.9 miles; Llandudno 23 miles; Chester 28.1 miles; Snowdonia National Park 29.9 miles. (Ref. 1169659)

  • Pet friendly (extra charges may apply)
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
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Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £826

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A contemporary, open-plan lodge perched in Gatebeck near Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. Beautiful views. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Kendal 6.5 miles; Windermere 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1105560)

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

Mon 7th Jun
for 3 nights From £562

Last booked 5 hours ago
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  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Church View, a stunning townhouse resting in the bustling seaside town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Close to a beach. Hot tub. Historic features. Bridlington 16.4 miles; Whitby 20 miles; Staithes 29.8 miles. (Ref. 1123864)

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

Mon 7th Jun
for 3 nights From £1427

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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Sea Breeze is a lovely, terraced cottage resting in the outskirts of Swanage, Dorset. Close to a shop and a pub. Coastal location. Close to a beach. Wareham 9.2 miles; Poole 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1150773)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking

Mon 7th Jun
for 3 nights From £513

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An impressive Victorian holiday home in Southwold, Suffolk. Close to beach. Spacious. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Open fire. WiFi. Welcome gift. Aldeburgh 18 miles; Orford 24.5 miles; Felixstowe 39.7 miles. (Ref. 1116809)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Baby-friendly

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £1183

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A semi-detached cottage set in the village of Leasgill, Cumbria. Enclosed raised garden. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Near National Park. Bike storage. Arnside 5 miles; Silverdale 7.1 miles. (Ref. 1097754)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £425

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Brookhaven is a charming, studio-style lodge retreat resting in Musbury, Devon. In an AONB. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Axminster 3.2 miles; Seaton 4.5 miles; Lyme Regis 6.5 miles. (Ref. 1136125)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £293

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Riverside is a beautifully-kept, three-storey Victorian country house in the Lake District National Park town of Ambleside, Cumbria. Grasmere 4.9 miles; Windermere 4.9 miles; Keswick 17.2 miles. (Ref. 1168149)

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

Mon 7th Jun
for 3 nights From £2388

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.3★

    Good

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This stylish, three-bedroom holiday home resides in St Ives, Cornwall. Sea glimpses. Central location. Hot tub. En-suite master bedroom. Penzance 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1129737)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £1011

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.4★

    Good

  • Sykes rating

Attractive, stone-built cottage located in the Cotswolds village of South Cerney. WiFi. Woodburner. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Cirencester 5.1 miles. (Ref. 999129)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Baby-friendly

Sun 30th May
for 3 nights From £677

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A spacious, refreshingly decorated cottage based near a stable in the tranquil village of East Norton. Astonishing views. Large bedrooms. Modern kitchen/diner. (Ref. 951474)

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

Sun 30th May
for 3 nights From £577

  • 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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £580

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Beautiful detached cottage located on the outskirts of Nefyn, in North Wales. Private hot tub. Dog-friendly. WiFi. Pwllheli 7 miles. (Ref. 989775)

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

Fri 4th Jun
for 3 nights From £696

  • 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

Mon 7th Jun
for 3 nights From £509

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

7A Market Square is a fabulous, two-bedroom holiday home in Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. Close to amenities. Smart TV. Near Yorkshire Dales National Park. Kendal 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1143092)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £397

If you are looking to enjoy all the beautiful beaches, scenic walking trails or fascinating activities and attractions of a family holiday without all the crowds and queues of the summer months, why not take the whole family one of these May half-term beaks?

Why May Half-term Breaks?

May half-term breaks offer everything you can enjoy on a holiday without all the hassle of a peak season break. So, why not make the most of the kids being off school and whisk them away for a May half-term holiday? Whether it’s a short break near a UK city or a week-long holiday on the British coast, there’s a perfect getaway for everyone in this collection.

Whilst many Brits favour the summertime for a staycation, we think a Spring getaway is just as special! During this time, you’ll get to see adorable, new-born animals during a countryside walk, soak up the blossoming flora of the UK’s forests and make the most of seasonal attractions as they begin to open.

Get away for a May half-term holiday full of fun and adventure that both you and the kids will enjoy, creating valuable memories for the future.

Places to Visit During a May Half-term Holiday

You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to locations for a May half-term break! For little ones, or those who prefer a slower pace when on holiday, there are numerous bustling fishing villages in Norfolk to wander around or there are plenty of beautiful blue flag beaches that are ideal for bathers and building sandcastles in locations like Pembrokeshire. If the weather turns there are plenty of farm parks and zoos scattered across the country, as well as theme parks like Alton Towers in the Peak District.

Other great places for May half-term breaks in the UK include:

Scotland

Snowdonia

Brecon Beacons

Lake District

Cornwall

Devon

Edinburgh

York

Chester

Types of Spring Holidays

No longer interested in May half-term holidays UK? Don’t worry, there are ample spring holidays to choose from. If you’re looking for a holiday during the Easter period, we recommend browsing this range of Easter breaks or these April holidays.

Or, if you want to treat mum to a memorable getaway, why not check out this collection of Mother’s Day cottages?

Only after a short getaway? A May bank holiday break or spring bank holiday cottage could be perfect for you. View the full selection of short breaks around the UK.

And don't forget to check out our collection of August bank holiday cottages too.