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.

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

Melmerby Hall, Melmerby
Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England
Melmerby Hall self catering accommodation in Melmerby, Cumbria sleeps 18. This 9 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Hot Tub Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Melmerby Hall does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Melmerby Hall start from £2336 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Melmerby Hall

Moville, Inishowen Peninsula
Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North
Moville self catering accommodation in Inishowen Peninsula, County Donegal sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Moville is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Moville does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Moville start from £277 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Moville

Terrerath, New Ross Town
Breaks in County WexfordIreland-South
Terrerath self catering accommodation in New Ross Town, County Wexford sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Terrerath start from £166 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Terrerath

Beaufort, Lakes of Killarney
Breaks in County KerryIreland-South
Beaufort self catering accommodation in Lakes of Killarney, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Beaufort does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Beaufort start from £269 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beaufort

Loughanure, The Rosses
Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North
Loughanure self catering accommodation in The Rosses, County Donegal sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Loughanure does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Loughanure start from £258 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Loughanure

Borrisoleigh, Lough Derg
Breaks in County TipperaryIreland-South
Borrisoleigh self catering accommodation in Lough Derg, County Tipperary sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Borrisoleigh does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Borrisoleigh start from £191 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Borrisoleigh

Rampisham Hill Farm Barn, Hooke
Breaks in DorsetSouth West England
Rampisham Hill Farm Barn self catering accommodation in Hooke, Dorset sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Rampisham Hill Farm Barn is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Rampisham Hill Farm Barn start from £443 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rampisham Hill Farm Barn

Waterville, Ring of Kerry
Breaks in County KerryIreland-South
Waterville self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Waterville is close to the beach. Waterville does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Waterville start from £269 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Waterville

Ballon, Slaney Valley
Breaks in County CarlowIreland-East
Ballon self catering accommodation in Slaney Valley, County Carlow sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Ballon does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ballon start from £276 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballon

Achill Sound, Achill Island
Breaks in County MayoIreland-West
Achill Sound self catering accommodation in Achill Island, County Mayo sleeps 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Achill Sound is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Achill Sound start from £248 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Achill Sound
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.
Holiday Cottages North Devon
Holiday Cottages North Cornwall
Holiday Cottages South Cornwall
Holiday Cottages Dorset
Holiday Cottages Somerset
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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