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

2 Crabshell Quay in Kingsbridge, Devon, South West England

2 Crabshell Quay, Kingsbridge

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

2 Crabshell Quay self catering accommodation in Kingsbridge, Devon sleeps 5. This luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . 2 Crabshell Quay is close to the beach. Prices at 2 Crabshell Quay start from £497 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 2 Crabshell Quay customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 2 Crabshell Quay


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Games room Luxury self catering 2 Crabshell Quay Customer Feedback and Reviews

Primrose Cottage (Goveton) in Goveton, Devon, South West England

Primrose Cottage (Goveton), Goveton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Primrose Cottage (Goveton) self catering accommodation in Goveton, Devon sleeps 4. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Primrose Cottage (Goveton) start from £345 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Primrose Cottage (Goveton)


Sleeps 4 Games room

Ballinskelligs in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Ballinskelligs, Ring of Kerry

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Ballinskelligs self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached . Ballinskelligs is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Ballinskelligs start from £269 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballinskelligs


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

Carrowcroy in Lough Key, County Sligo, Ireland-West

Carrowcroy, Lough Key

Breaks in County SligoIreland-West

Carrowcroy self catering accommodation in Lough Key, County Sligo sleeps 10. This 5 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Carrowcroy start from £279 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Carrowcroy


Sleeps 10 or more Fishing close by Internet WIFI available

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

Hicks House in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, South West England

Hicks House, Chipping Campden

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Hicks House self catering accommodation in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Hicks House start from £483 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hicks House


Sleeps 6 Golf close by Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

Belturbet in Lough Erne, County Cavan, Ireland-East

Belturbet, Lough Erne

Breaks in County CavanIreland-East

Belturbet self catering accommodation in Lough Erne, County Cavan sleeps 4. This 2 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 . Belturbet does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Belturbet start from £218 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Belturbet


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Holly Grove in Kelynack, Cornwall, South West England

Holly Grove, Kelynack

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Holly Grove self catering accommodation in Kelynack, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 4 bedroom Holiday Home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Holly Grove does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Holly Grove start from £392 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Holly Grove


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden

Blackwater in East Coast, County Wexford, Ireland-South

Blackwater, East Coast

Breaks in County WexfordIreland-South

Blackwater self catering accommodation in East Coast, County Wexford sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Blackwater is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Blackwater start from £395 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Blackwater


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

Mews Cottage in Helston, Cornwall, South West England

Mews Cottage, Helston

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Mews Cottage self catering accommodation in Helston, Cornwall 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. Prices at Mews Cottage start from £372 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mews Cottage


Sleeps 6 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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