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

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

Portmagee, Ring of Kerry

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Portmagee self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Portmagee is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Portmagee start from £224 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Portmagee


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

Glencolumbkille in Donegal Bay, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Glencolumbkille, Donegal Bay

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Glencolumbkille self catering accommodation in Donegal Bay, County Donegal sleeps 34. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Glencolumbkille is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Glencolumbkille does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Glencolumbkille start from £1041 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glencolumbkille


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Internet WIFI available

Clonbur in Joyce Country, County Galway, Ireland-West

Clonbur, Joyce Country

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Clonbur self catering accommodation in Joyce Country, County Galway sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Clonbur is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Clonbur does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Clonbur start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Clonbur


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

Bounty Cottage in Longborough, Gloucestershire, South West England

Bounty Cottage, Longborough

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Bounty Cottage self catering accommodation in Longborough, Gloucestershire sleeps 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Bounty Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bounty Cottage start from £483 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bounty Cottage


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

Porth Llongdy Uchaf in Red Wharf Bay, Isle of Anglesey, North Wales

Porth Llongdy Uchaf, Red Wharf Bay

Breaks in Isle of AngleseyNorth Wales

Porth Llongdy Uchaf self catering accommodation in Red Wharf Bay, Isle of Anglesey sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Porth Llongdy Uchaf is close to the beach. Prices at Porth Llongdy Uchaf start from £904 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Porth Llongdy Uchaf


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

Ballyglunin in Athey, County Galway, Ireland-West

Ballyglunin, Athey

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Ballyglunin self catering accommodation in Athey, County Galway sleeps 6. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Ballyglunin does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ballyglunin start from £301 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyglunin


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Golf close by

Barley Cove Beach Holiday Homes in West Cork, County Cork, Ireland-South

Barley Cove Beach Holiday Homes, West Cork

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Barley Cove Beach Holiday Homes self catering accommodation in West Cork, County Cork sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . Barley Cove Beach Holiday Homes is close to the beach. Prices at Barley Cove Beach Holiday Homes start from £286 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Barley Cove Beach Holiday Homes


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Luxury self catering

Lookout in Downderry, Cornwall, South West England

Lookout, Downderry

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Lookout self catering accommodation in Downderry, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Lookout is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Lookout start from £582 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lookout


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Golf close by Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

16 Bolt Head in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

16 Bolt Head, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

16 Bolt Head self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . 16 Bolt Head is close to the beach. Prices at 16 Bolt Head start from £468 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 16 Bolt Head


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach

Rosehill Cottage in St Breward, Cornwall, South West England

Rosehill Cottage, St Breward

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Rosehill Cottage self catering accommodation in St Breward, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Rosehill Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Rosehill Cottage start from £386 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rosehill Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Fishing close by 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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