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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

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The Stall is an enchanting, pet-friendly property near Kealkill, County Cork, boasting open-plan living, an electric fire, and stunning countryside views. Bantry 5.2 miles. (Ref. 1173254)

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

Sun 30th May
for 3 nights From £506

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Pendragon Pod is a wonderful, one-bedroom holiday retreat resting on the outskirts of Axminster, Devon. Near an AONB. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Lyme Regis 7.7 miles; Seaton 9.6 miles; Honiton 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1131508)

  • Pet friendly (extra charges may apply)
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom

Sat 5th Jun
for 3 nights From £397

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This characterful, three-bedroom cottage is perched in Loubcroy near Lairg, Sutherland. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Rural. Riverside views. Inverness 59 miles. (Ref. 1064052)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £395

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Blossom Cottage is a beautifully-presented abode resting in Chipping Campden, a charming town in Gloucestershire. Woodburning stove. En-suite bedroom. Moreton-in-Marsh 6.4 miles; Stratford-upon-Avon 12 miles. (Ref. 1151078)

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

Fri 28th May
for 3 nights From £1342

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms7
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Sunnyvale House is a splendid, seven-bedroom townhouse in Whitby, North Yorkshire, boasting a hot tub and close proximity to the beach and North York Moors Robin Hood's Bay 5.9 miles; Scarborough 19.9 miles; Pickering 20.8 miles; Guisborough 21.7 miles. (Ref. 1193059)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 10% off - Tue 1st Sep to 30th Nov 2026

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £1828

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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The Nest rests rurally on the outskirts of Llanteg, Pembrokeshire. Off-road parking. Romantic. Enclosed garden. Near amenities. Woodburning stove. Tenby 10.1 miles; Pembroke 15 miles; Haverfordwest 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1139557)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £302

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A grand five-bedroom holiday home, resting in Botwnnog near Sarn Meyllteyrn, in Gwynedd. Bedrooms with en-suites. Woodburning stove. Contemporary. Original features. Smart TV. Abersoch 4.3 miles; Pwllheli 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1024758)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £916

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Wytons Piece is a very spacious, detached property situated in a cracking location deep in the Northern Cotswolds. Ideal for families, walkers and groups who like to 'spread out'! (Ref. 988728)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £679

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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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 7th Jun
for 3 nights From £387

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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

Mon 7th Jun
for 3 nights From £509

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.1

    Good

  • Sykes rating

Cruachan Lodge is a stunning log cabin set in 100 acres of woodland near Auchterarder, Scotland, offering open-plan living and tranquil surroundings. Crieff 10.4 miles; Perth 12.8 miles; Stirling 21.6 miles; Glasgow 46.9 miles; Edinburgh 54.4 miles. (Ref. 980337)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Fri 4th Jun
for 3 nights From £431

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Tree Tops is a lovely holiday cottage located in Newport, Pembrokeshire which is close to the local beach and has handy off-road parking for guests. Fishguard 6.9 miles; Cardigan 12 miles. (Ref. 1168590)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £1115

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Harbour Light is a beautiful, first-floor apartment resting in the riverside town of Boscastle, Cornwall. River views. Close to pub. Pet-friendly. Tintagel 3.9 miles; Bodmin 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1144354)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £805

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Marine Court Two Bedroom Second-floor Apartment 33, Littlehampton, West Sussex, Apartment, Three bedrooms, Close to a beach, Communal garden, Gym access. (Ref. 1112828)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • 15% off - Sun 1st Nov 2026 to 1st Jan 2027

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £301

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A beautiful stone cottage nestled in the hamlet of Pennington, South Lakeland. Spectacular views. Hot tub. Pet-free. Broughton Beck 3.7 miles; Dalton-in-Furness 4.1 miles; Bardsea 6.3 miles. (Ref. 1054351)

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

Mon 7th Jun
for 3 nights From £477

  • Sleeps19
  • Bedrooms10
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Waterfall Retreat is a stunning, ten-bedroom home resting in Tebay near Orton, Cumbria. Near National Park. Waterfall views. Gym. Pet-friendly. Rural. Kirkby Stephen 10.6 miles; Kendal 14.3 miles; Penrith 18.9 miles; Keswick 35.5 miles. (Ref. 1142474)

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

Mon 7th Jun
for 3 nights From £4216

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.5

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This delightful, single-storey lodge rests upon Manleigh Park in Combe Martin, Devon. In AONB. Close to the beach. Family-friendly. On-site facilities. Countryside views. Ilfracombe 8.1 miles; Woolacombe 10.4 miles; Barnstaple 10.7 miles. (Ref. 1129367)

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

Sun 30th May
for 3 nights From £442

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This mews cottage can be found in Torquay, Devon. 2 bedrooms. WiFi. Modern decor. Paignton 3.6 miles; Brixham 8.5 miles. (Ref. 981898)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £367

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farmhouse, a wonderful home on the outskirts of Austwick and Yorkshire Dales National Park, boasts serene views, hot tub and woodburning stove. Settle 5.3 miles; Ingleton 6.6 miles; Skipton 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1199058)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From £923

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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.