May half-term in North Cornwall

May half-term is often when the North Cornwall coast starts to feel full of life again. The days are longer, the hedgerows and headlands are ablaze with wildflowers, and there’s a real sense of summer just around the corner.

It’s the season for firsts: the first beach barbeque, the first evening surf without the winter chill, and the first proper taste of outdoor living after the quieter months.

At The Point Holidays, we offer a collection of hand-picked, self-catering holiday homes in and around Polzeath, Rock and Daymer Bay. Whether your family is happiest on the beach, out on the coast path, playing golf, booking surf lessons or settling in for slower evenings together, May half-term is a lovely time to enjoy North Cornwall before the peak summer weeks arrive.

Looking for things to do during your stay? Read our guide to May half-term in North Cornwall for family-friendly days out, local activities and ideas for making the most of the week.

FAQs

  • What’s the weather like in Polzeath in May?
    May is often one of the sunniest months in Cornwall. While we can’t promise a heatwave, it is typically mild, bright, and perfect for outdoor activities. It’s t-shirt weather, even if you might want a jumper for the evenings.
  • Are the on-site facilities at The Point available?
    Absolutely. The golf course, gym, indoor pool, tennis and padel courts, and The Bear are fully open. It’s a great time to play, as the course is in fantastic condition and the courts are inviting.
  • Is it busy in North Cornwall in May?
    May half-term is popular, so there’s a buzzing, friendly atmosphere in the village and at The Point. However, it’s generally more relaxed than the peak school summer holidays in July and August.
  • Can we barbeque at the properties?
    Most of our larger holiday homes and cottages feature gardens or terraces with barbeques. Please check the specific listing features of your chosen property to be sure.

You could stay in

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Gym & Swim Included

Rockall
Polzeath

6 3 2

2 nights from £889

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Lundy
Polzeath

4 2 2

2 nights from £658

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Gym & Swim Included

Viking
Polzeath

4 2 2

2 nights from £740

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Gym & Swim Included

Trevose
Polzeath

4 1 1

2 nights from £359

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Dry Creek House
Polzeath

8 4 4

0 nights from £0

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Gym & Swim Included

Sole
Polzeath

4 2 2

3 nights from £1090

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Gym & Swim Included

Fitzroy
Polzeath

6 3 2

7 nights from £3093.86

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4 Slipway
Rock

6 3 3

7 nights from £1640

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Trevelly
Rock

12 6 6

7 nights from £5808

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Gym & Swim Included

Puffin House
Polzeath

11 5 4

7 nights from £3001

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Thyme Bank
Daymer Bay

8 4 5

7 nights from £1440

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Gym & Swim Included

The Old Dairy
Polzeath

6 3 3

7 nights from £1915

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Lyonesse
Rock

6 3 3

7 nights from £2615

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Gym & Swim Included

Apartment 5
Polzeath

6 3 3

2 nights from £600

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Idle Rock
Polzeath

6 3 2

0 nights from £0

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Honeysuckle Cottage
Rock

4 2 1

7 nights from £792

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Splatt Barn
Rock

5 3 2

7 nights from £990

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Medway
Rock

8 4 4

7 nights from £1140

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Higher Crawallis
Daymer Bay

6 3 4

7 nights from £1430

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Sandy Cottage
Polzeath

8 4 3

7 nights from £1765

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Lower Farm
Daymer Bay

9 4 3

0 nights from £0

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Gym & Swim Included

Malin
Polzeath

6 3 2

2 nights from £889

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Talamore
Polzeath

9 5 4

7 nights from £1865

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Apartment 6
Polzeath

6 3 3

2 nights from £685

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The Cottage
Daymer Bay

8 4 4

0 nights from £0

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Tywardale
Polzeath

8 4 4

0 nights from £0

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Trequite
Polzeath

10 5 3

0 nights from £0

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Gym & Swim Included

Gearys
Polzeath

7 3 2

7 nights from £1565

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Old Farm
Daymer Bay

9 5 3

0 nights from £0

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Thyme Cottage
Polzeath

6 3 2

7 nights from £1915

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Pemberton
Polzeath

13 6 4

7 nights from £1894

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Trewin
Rock

8 4 3

0 nights from £0

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Bryher
Polzeath

9 4 4

0 nights from £0

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Caerhayes
Rock

6 4 2

7 nights from £990

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Foys
Rock

10 5 3

0 nights from £0

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4 The Sands
Polzeath

8 4 3

0 nights from £0

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Seven Sandy Hills
Rock

10 4 3

7 nights from £1224

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The Bothy
Polzeath

6 3 3

0 nights from £0

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Gym & Swim Included

Ridgewood
Polzeath

10 5 4

0 nights from £0

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Rock 9
Polzeath

6 3 2

2 nights from £689

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Eden Rock
Rock

4 2 1

0 nights from £0

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Pentire
Polzeath

4 1 1

2 nights from £359

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23 Slipway
Rock

6 3 3

0 nights from £0

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Bowji
Daymer Bay

6 3 2

7 nights from £1440

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Hatchlands
Rock

6 3 2

7 nights from £890

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Little Trig
Rock

8 4 3

7 nights from £1173

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Gores Garrison
Polzeath

10 5 4

0 nights from £0

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17 Slipway
Rock

6 3 4

7 nights from £1379

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Tristan
Daymer Bay

8 4 4

7 nights from £1525

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Valerian
Polzeath

9 5 4

7 nights from £2865

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Lanian
Rock

8 4 2

0 nights from £0

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Bay View Cottage
Daymer Bay

6 3 3

7 nights from £1785

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Gym & Swim Included

Bunkers
Polzeath

6 3 3

0 nights from £0

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5 The Terrace
Rock

10 5 4

7 nights from £4290

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Gym & Swim Included

Endiya Vuya
Polzeath

6 3 3

7 nights from £2415

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Trebarbill
Daymer Bay

7 4 2

0 nights from £0

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Peppercorn Cottage
Rock

8 4 2

0 nights from £0