August Bank Holiday Weekend Breaks and Short Breaks

The end of August Bank Holiday is your last chance to make the best of the British summer weather on a long weekend break before the Autumn sets in.

August Bank Holiday Cottage Breaks

So why not make the most of the extra long weekend with a cottage self catering break on the coast or in the wonderful countryside. We have over 15,000 self catering cottages, apartments, lodges and chalets that would make a perfect get-away this August whether you are looking for a budget break or a 5 star luxury stay?

If you are looking for some inspiration for this August Bank Holiday check out the some of the self catering accommodation below - including cottages, apartments and lodges - which you can view, check availability and book online.

Start your August Bank Holiday Break Self Catering search right here

Valentia Island in Valentia Island, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Valentia Island, Valentia Island

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Valentia Island self catering accommodation in Valentia Island, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Valentia Island is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Valentia Island does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Valentia Island start from £180 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Valentia Island


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by

Louisburgh in Atlantic Coast, County Mayo, Ireland-West

Louisburgh, Atlantic Coast

Breaks in County MayoIreland-West

Louisburgh self catering accommodation in Atlantic Coast, County Mayo sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Louisburgh is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Louisburgh start from £286 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Louisburgh


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by

Tranquillity in Luxulyan, Cornwall, South West England

Tranquillity, Luxulyan

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Tranquillity self catering accommodation in Luxulyan, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Hot Tub . It also has Internet access. Prices at Tranquillity start from £237 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tranquillity


Sleeps 2 Internet WIFI available Hot tub

Lismore in Blackwater Valley, County Waterford, Ireland-South

Lismore, Blackwater Valley

Breaks in County WaterfordIreland-South

Lismore self catering accommodation in Blackwater Valley, County Waterford sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Lismore does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Lismore start from £275 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lismore


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Fishing close by Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Ardmore in Youghal Bay, County Cork, Ireland-South

Ardmore, Youghal Bay

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Ardmore self catering accommodation in Youghal Bay, County Cork sleeps 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf . Ardmore does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ardmore start from £222 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ardmore


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Golf close by Open fire or wood burner

Westport in Clew Bay, County Mayo, Ireland-West

Westport, Clew Bay

Breaks in County MayoIreland-West

Westport self catering accommodation in Clew Bay, County Mayo sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Westport start from £277 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Westport


Sleeps 8 Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Cheswardine in Treligga, Cornwall, South West England

Cheswardine, Treligga

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Cheswardine self catering accommodation in Treligga, Cornwall sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Holiday Home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Cheswardine start from £667 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cheswardine


Sleeps 8 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Aintree Cottage in Bruern, Gloucestershire, South West England

Aintree Cottage, Bruern

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Aintree Cottage self catering accommodation in Bruern, Gloucestershire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Prices at Aintree Cottage start from £606 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Aintree Cottage


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Internet WIFI available Easy walking close by Games room

Keepers Cottage in Hereford, Herefordshire, West England

Keepers Cottage, Hereford

Breaks in HerefordshireWest England

Keepers Cottage self catering accommodation in Hereford, Herefordshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Keepers Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Keepers Cottage start from £629 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Keepers Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

Castleblaney in Castleblayney, County Monaghan, Ireland-East

Castleblaney, Castleblayney

Breaks in County MonaghanIreland-East

Castleblaney self catering accommodation in Castleblayney, County Monaghan sleeps 10. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Castleblaney does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Castleblaney start from £292 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Castleblaney


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

 

 

Special offers and Last Minute Deals for the August Bank Holiday

If you want to get away this August bank holiday it doesn't have to cost the earth, whether you are looking for budget or luxury accommodation, there is some great self catering. To get some great last minute Bank Holiday deals and latest availability we recommend calling 0844 847 1143 for a selection of cottages, apartments, lodges and more.

Apartments and cottages are a great get-away at this time of year but if you are looking for a bargain then check out holiday lodges and log cabins which offer superb value for money and a great deal of luxury.

 

Bank Holiday Favourites

If you are not sure whether to start your August Bank Holiday cottage and self catering search here are a few favourite cottage holiday locations, from popular counties to wonderful locations in England, Scotland and Wales, to get you started.

 

Refine your cottage search

We have 9960 cottages, apartments, lodges and bungalows listed which is a huge choice. So if that is feeling a little overwhelming, why not narrow down your search by county using the menu at the top of the page or use our Advanced Cottage and Self Catering Search to select specific accommodation features.

 

Entertainment over the Bank Holiday?

OK, for many just a break to get away from it all is all they want on a Bank Holiday. But, if you want to be sure that should you wish to explore and see things whilst away it is worth checking out our Holiday Attraction finder where we have listed things to do and see including historic houses, castles, cathedrals and garden (we are assuming you can rule out the zoos and theme parks). See Holiday Attractions.

In addition check out our Sporting and Social Events, Festivals and Events, Gardens to Visit and County Show Guide for lots to do and see across the UK this Bank Holiday.

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