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

Dungloe in Atlantic Coast, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Dungloe, Atlantic Coast

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Dungloe self catering accommodation in Atlantic Coast, County Donegal sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Dungloe is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Dungloe does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Dungloe start from £247 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Dungloe


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

Rickham Farm in East Portlemouth, Devon, South West England

Rickham Farm, East Portlemouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Rickham Farm self catering accommodation in East Portlemouth, Devon sleeps 10. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Rickham Farm is close to the beach. Prices at Rickham Farm start from £1016 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Rickham Farm customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Rickham Farm


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Games room Rickham Farm Customer Feedback and Reviews

Pamos Farm Cottage in Near Upottery, Devon, South West England

Pamos Farm Cottage, Near Upottery

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Pamos Farm Cottage self catering accommodation in Near Upottery, Devon sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Pamos Farm Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Pamos Farm Cottage start from £274 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pamos Farm Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Easy walking close by

7 Glenthorne House in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

7 Glenthorne House, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

7 Glenthorne House self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached . It also has Internet access. 7 Glenthorne House is close to the beach. Prices at 7 Glenthorne House start from £416 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 7 Glenthorne House


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

Kilcrohane in Beara Peninsula, County Cork, Ireland-South

Kilcrohane, Beara Peninsula

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Kilcrohane self catering accommodation in Beara Peninsula, 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 . It also has Internet access. Kilcrohane is close to the beach. Kilcrohane does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Kilcrohane start from £269 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kilcrohane


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Shute House in Malborough, Devon, South West England

Shute House, Malborough

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Shute House self catering accommodation in Malborough, Devon sleeps 2. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Shute House start from £437 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Shute House


Sleeps 2 Open fire or wood burner Games room

5 Thurlestone Beach Apartments in Thurlestone, Devon, South West England

5 Thurlestone Beach Apartments, Thurlestone

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

5 Thurlestone Beach Apartments self catering accommodation in Thurlestone, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. 5 Thurlestone Beach Apartments is close to the beach. 5 Thurlestone Beach Apartments does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 5 Thurlestone Beach Apartments start from £510 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 5 Thurlestone Beach Apartments customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 5 Thurlestone Beach Apartments


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Games room Luxury self catering 5 Thurlestone Beach Apartments Customer Feedback and Reviews

Downings in Rosguil Peninsula, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Downings, Rosguil Peninsula

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Downings self catering accommodation in Rosguil Peninsula, County Donegal sleeps 9. This 3 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. Downings is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Downings does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Downings start from £300 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Downings


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Lauragh in Beara Peninsula, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Lauragh, Beara Peninsula

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Lauragh self catering accommodation in Beara Peninsula, County Kerry sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include fishing . Lauragh does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Lauragh start from £238 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lauragh


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by

The Pantiles in Doughton, Gloucestershire, South West England

The Pantiles, Doughton

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

The Pantiles self catering accommodation in Doughton, Gloucestershire sleeps 9. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. The Pantiles does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. It is listed as wheelchair accessible but please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Pantiles start from £2652 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Pantiles


Sleeps 8 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available 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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