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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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This superb, single-storey holiday cottage rests in a private location in Muff, County Donegal. Games room. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Rangemaster cooker. Culmore 2.4 miles; Burnfoot 6.6 miles; Derry 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1131685)

  • 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 $1140

  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.5

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Lady Of Lourdes is a unique converted chapel in Whitchurch, Herefordshire, boasting original feature windows, a pool table and is close to amenities. Symonds Yat 1.1 miles; Monmouth 4.7 miles; Ross-on-Wye 6.6 miles. (Ref. 1191734)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From $1269

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

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A seaside ground-floor apartment resting in Aldeburgh, Suffolk. Close to a beach. Close to a pub. Close to town centre. Orford 11.8 miles; Framlingham 14.5 miles; Felixstowe 30 miles. (Ref. 1117062)

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

Sun 30th May
for 3 nights From $772

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Headland Barn is an outstanding Grade II listed house in Maldon, Essex, with 300-year-old beams, incredible high ceilings, open-plan living and a barbecue. Witham 6.9 miles; Chelmsford 10 miles; Southend-on-Sea 22.8 miles. (Ref. 1179653)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From $2079

Last booked 2 days ago
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Holiday Park

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Sunset Lodge 5 is a lovely, detached lodge situated in Llanbedr, Gwynedd, boasting a woodburning stove, balcony, with ground-floor and open-plan living. Harlech 3.2 miles; Barmouth 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1133712)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From $746

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.3

    Good

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A modern riverside cottage converted from former bobbin mill. Close to the centre of Ambleside, with two fabulous bedrooms and bathrooms, a perfect property for two couples sharing. (Ref. 1042121)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From $562

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Large contemporary residence. Great views. Underfloor heating in all bathrooms. French doors to pretty patio. Five minute walk to Ambleside village. (Ref. 1041191)

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

Fri 4th Jun
for 3 nights From $3947

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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Bumblebee Meadows is a wonderful, family-friendly holiday cottage located in the little village of Parkham near Bideford in Devon that welcomes pets. Barnstaple 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1156607)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From $599

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A warm and restful converted annex in West Bay, Dorset. Off-road parking. Close to the coast. Bridport 1.5 miles; Lyme Regis 10.9 miles. (Ref. 1067413)

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

Tue 1st Jun
for 3 nights From $718

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • 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 7th Jun
for 3 nights From $517

  • 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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From $623

  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Barncroft is an outstanding detached bungalow situated in Tansley, Derbyshire boasting a double-sided log burner, hot tub, and elevated countryside views. Matlock 2 miles; Chesterfield 10.3 miles; Sutton-in-Ashfield 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1158073)

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

Sat 5th Jun
for 3 nights From $1768

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Swanny View is a welcoming caravan featuring open‑plan living, enclosed decking with furniture, EV charging on‑site and easy access to local amenities. Wareham 9.5 miles; Poole 19.4 miles. (Ref. 1201196)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From $550

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A historical large family holiday home sleeping 14 positioned near Garelochhead in Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute. 16th -century. Barbecue hut. Pet-friendly. Garelochhead 3.6 miles; Helensburgh 8.7 miles; Glasgow 31 miles; Edinburgh 83.4 miles. (Ref. 1110717)

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

Fri 28th May
for 3 nights From $3753

Last booked 4 hours ago
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Lodge Retreat

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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4 Meadow Retreat, an impressive pet-friendly lodge near Dobwalls, Cornwall, boasts a sunken hot tub, open-plan design and proximity to the Bodmin Moors. Liskeard 3.1 miles; Looe 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1154228)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From $734

  • 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 $1177

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A delightful wooden shepherds resting in a quaint spot within Porteath near Polzeath, ideal for a romantic getaway for a couple looking to explore Cornwall. Off-road parking. Couple’s retreat. Garden. Polzeath 1.5 miles; Padstow 14.2 miles; Newquay 22 mil (Ref. 1137705)

  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From $422

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful holiday home resting on the outskirts of Ripon, North Yorkshire. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Countryside views. Garden furniture. Masham 9.8 miles; Harrogate 12.9 miles. (Ref. 1102159)

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

Sun 6th Jun
for 3 nights From $482

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.