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  • An exterior view of a stone and wood cottage with windows and a small gate at The Cottage in Treborough near Washford
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    21
    Treborough near Washford, Somerset
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsYes

      4.9★

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    The Cottage rests on the ground floor and comes four miles from the Somerset village of Washford. (Ref. 982216)

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

    3 nights from Fri 29th May £428

    Last booked 3 hours ago
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  • A bubbling outdoor hot tub next to a cream building with large green windows overlooking a gravel yard and countryside at The Hayloft in Stockland Honiton
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    41
    Stockland, Honiton, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      5.0★

      Perfect

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    The Hayloft is a versatile, characterful, quirky, and Grade II-listed home, perfect for families or friends at Lower Lye, in the Blackdown Hills AONB. (Ref. 1120037)

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

    • 15% off - Fri 29th May to 5th Jun 2026

    3 nights from Fri 29th May was £584 £566

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  • A house with red roof tiles white walls multiple windows and a green slide in the grass yard at Nempnett Farmhouse Nempnett Thrubwell near Blagdon
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    60
    Nempnett Thrubwell near Blagdon, Somerset
    • Sleeps12
    • Bedrooms5
    • PetsYes

      5.0★

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    Nempnett Farmhouse is a well-presented farmhouse resting in Nempnett Thrubwell near Blagdon, Somerset. (Ref. 1151124)

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

    3 nights from Fri 29th May £1374

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  • A house with patio furniture and a hot tub at Knowle House Okehampton
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    64
    Okehampton, Devon
    • Sleeps9
    • Bedrooms5
    • PetsNo

      5.0★

      Perfect

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    Knowle House is a stunning, five-bedroom home resting in Okehampton, Devon. (Ref. 1192506)

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

    3 nights from Fri 29th May £1181

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  • An exterior view of a two story house with wooden and white walls glass balcony railings and a pond with rocks and plants in front at Swallows Dip in Honiton
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    60
    Honiton, Devon
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
    • PetsNo

      5.0★

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    This luxury holiday home is situated in the market town of Honiton in Devon. (Ref. 1046010)

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

    3 nights from Fri 29th May £947

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  • ASH HOUSE - 1190793 - photo 1
    39
    Wincanton, Somerset
    • Sleeps10
    • Bedrooms5
    • PetsYes

      5.0★

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    Ash House is a spacious pet-friendly house located in Wincanton, Somerset, boasting a woodburning stove, Japanese sunken bath and a private hot tub. (Ref. 1190793)

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

    3 nights from Mon 25th May £1345

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  • An exterior view of a stone and plaster building with a balcony and a gravel courtyard at Becket's Barn in Northlew
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    30
    Northlew, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      5.0★

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    A charming, reverse-level barn conversion resting in the chocolate box village of Northlew, Devon. (Ref. 1132218)

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

    3 nights from Fri 29th May was £452 £451

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  • An outdoor area with a table and chairs at Pear Tree Cottage Mark near Burnham-on-Sea
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    45
    Mark near Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset
    • Sleeps3
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      4.8★

      Outstanding

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    A beautifully appointed barn conversion, attached to the owner's Somerset farmhouse, one mile from Mark village. (Ref. 924756)

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

    3 nights from Fri 29th May £391

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  • A wooden house with a grey roof surrounded by green lawn and trees at Riverside Lodge in Washford
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    25
    Washford, Somerset
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsYes

      4.9★

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    A beautiful lodge resting in the village of Washford, Somerset. (Ref. 1131015)

    • Wi-fi
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    3 nights from Fri 29th May £903

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  • A stone cottage with white framed windows and a door with two steps and trees and flowers outside at The Daffodil Shed in Bere Alston
    30
    Bere Alston, Devon
    • Sleeps2
    • Bedrooms1
    • PetsNo

      4.9★

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    This pretty detached cottage is close to the picturesque village of Bere Alston, Devon. (Ref. 989995)

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

    3 nights from Mon 25th May £315

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May Half Term Breaks in the South West

Make the most of the May half term in 2023 and book a break to the South West.

Helpful Holidays have cottages across the region, from the rolling countryside of Somerset and the dramatic coastline of Cornwall, to the rivers and estuaries of Devon, and the Jurassic Coast of Dorset.

Spend quality time with your loved ones in spring, visiting all the fun attractions you’ll find across the South West.

Things to do in May Half Term in the South West

In Devon, head to The Miniature Pony Centre in Dartmoor National Park, and the beautiful Canonteign Falls. Further up in North Devon, adventure into Exmoor National Park and visit the Exmoor Zoo.

On the edge of the Mendips in Somerset lies the famous Cheddar Gorge, home to the famous Cheddar cheese we all know and love! Visit the amazing limestone caves here and underground rivers.

Over in the Cornwall, when you’re not tucking into Cornish pasties on your May half term break, why not try your hand at surfing? Cornwall is overflowing with stunning beaches to visit.

The Jurassic Coast of Dorset is full of hidden gems, quite literally. See if you can find your own fossils on one of the beautiful beaches like Monmouth Beach in Lyme Regis. Head to Weymouth for a world of delights; Sandworld, SEA LIFE Centre, Nothe Fort and Weymouth Beach.

Book a May Half Term Break in the South West with Helpful Holidays today.

 

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