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

Shillelagh in Brittas Bay, County Wicklow, Ireland-East

Shillelagh, Brittas Bay

Breaks in County WicklowIreland-East

Shillelagh self catering accommodation in Brittas Bay, County Wicklow 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 . Shillelagh does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Shillelagh start from £217 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Shillelagh


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

Courtmatrix in Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland-South

Courtmatrix, Limerick

Breaks in County LimerickIreland-South

Courtmatrix self catering accommodation in Limerick, County Limerick 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 . Prices at Courtmatrix start from £222 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Courtmatrix


Sleeps 6 Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Cocks Cottage in St Teath, Cornwall, South West England

Cocks Cottage, St Teath

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Cocks Cottage self catering accommodation in St Teath, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Cocks Cottage is close to the beach. Cocks Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cocks Cottage start from £273 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cocks Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Moyard in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland-West

Moyard, Connemara

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Moyard self catering accommodation in Connemara, County Galway sleeps 3. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Moyard is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Moyard does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Moyard start from £229 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Moyard


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

Chubbs Farm in Axminster, Devon, South West England

Chubbs Farm, Axminster

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Chubbs Farm self catering accommodation in Axminster, Devon sleeps 12. This 6 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Chubbs Farm is close to the beach. Chubbs Farm does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Chubbs Farm start from £795 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Chubbs Farm


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Pet friendly Open fire or wood burner

Southcliffe in Kingsbridge, Devon, South West England

Southcliffe, Kingsbridge

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Southcliffe self catering accommodation in Kingsbridge, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Southcliffe does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Southcliffe start from £589 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Southcliffe


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Games room

Lavender Cottage in Radstock, Somerset, South West England

Lavender Cottage, Radstock

Breaks in SomersetSouth West England

Lavender Cottage self catering accommodation in Radstock, Somerset 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. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Lavender Cottage start from £530 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lavender Cottage


Sleeps 6 Fishing close by Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

Currow in Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Currow, Killarney

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Currow self catering accommodation in Killarney, County Kerry sleeps 8. This 4 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 . Currow does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Currow start from £244 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Currow


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Colas Tonne in Malborough, Devon, South West England

Colas Tonne, Malborough

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Colas Tonne self catering accommodation in Malborough, Devon sleeps 4. This luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Colas Tonne start from £547 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Colas Tonne


Sleeps 4 Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Games room Luxury self catering

Easthorpe Lodge in Malton, North Yorkshire, North East England

Easthorpe Lodge, Malton

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Easthorpe Lodge in North East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf horse riding fishing . Prices at Easthorpe Lodge start from £330 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Easthorpe Lodge customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Easthorpe Lodge

Phone enquiries: 01944 710429

Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Easy walking close by Luxury self catering Easthorpe Lodge Customer Feedback and Reviews

 

 

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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