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 Sea Gardens in Hope Cove, Devon, South West England

2 Sea Gardens, Hope Cove

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

2 Sea Gardens self catering accommodation in Hope Cove, Devon sleeps 6. This luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . 2 Sea Gardens is close to the beach. Prices at 2 Sea Gardens start from £652 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 Sea Gardens


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Games room Luxury self catering

The Court House in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

The Court House, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Court House self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 7. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at The Court House start from £628 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Court House


Sleeps 6 Games room

Tullow in Slaney Valley, County Carlow, Ireland-East

Tullow, Slaney Valley

Breaks in County CarlowIreland-East

Tullow self catering accommodation in Slaney Valley, County Carlow sleeps 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Prices at Tullow start from £495 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tullow


Sleeps 6

South View Cottage in Little Rissington, Gloucestershire, South West England

South View Cottage, Little Rissington

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

South View Cottage self catering accommodation in Little Rissington, Gloucestershire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . South View Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at South View Cottage start from £891 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about South View Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

Malinhead in Malin Head, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Malinhead, Malin Head

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Malinhead self catering accommodation in Malin Head, County Donegal sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Malinhead is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Malinhead start from £269 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Malinhead


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Ideal for a romantic break

Courtenay Studio in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Courtenay Studio, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Courtenay Studio self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . Courtenay Studio is close to the beach. Prices at Courtenay Studio start from £267 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Courtenay Studio customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Courtenay Studio


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Games room Courtenay Studio Customer Feedback and Reviews

New Ross in New Ross Town, County Wexford, Ireland-South

New Ross, New Ross Town

Breaks in County WexfordIreland-South

New Ross 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 . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . New Ross does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at New Ross start from £169 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about New Ross


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

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 . Prices at Dungloe start from £269 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 Fishing close by Golf close by

Chapel Cottage in St Mawgan, Cornwall, South West England

Chapel Cottage, St Mawgan

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Chapel Cottage self catering accommodation in St Mawgan, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Chapel Cottage start from £308 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Chapel Cottage


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Open fire or wood burner

Sycamore Cottage in Lisbellaw, County Fermanagh, Ireland-North

Sycamore Cottage, Lisbellaw

Breaks in County FermanaghIreland-North

Sycamore Cottage self catering accommodation in Lisbellaw, County Fermanagh 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 fishing . Sycamore Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Sycamore Cottage start from £326 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sycamore Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Fishing close by 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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Find Cottage Holidays mission is to promote the very best of the UK and Ireland's wonderful self catering accommodation, whether it be cottages, apartments, lodges, chalets, houses, villas or bungalows. But, it's not just about the cottages, we also try and bring you some helpful guides and information on the places to go, things to see and activities to do while you enjoy your break in England, Scotland, Wales or Ireland. In fact, we are adding to our list daily but if you think we have missed somewhere special tell us via our Facebook page. With wonderful countryside and superb coastlines to explore the UK and Ireland has so much to offer.

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