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

The Old Rectory and Coach House in North Tuddenham, Norfolk, East England

The Old Rectory and Coach House, North Tuddenham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Old Rectory and Coach House self catering accommodation in North Tuddenham, Norfolk sleeps 20. This 1 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 fishing . The Old Rectory and Coach House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Old Rectory and Coach House start from £1961 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Rectory and Coach House


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Games room

Apartment 8 Halwell House in South Pool, Devon, South West England

Apartment 8 Halwell House, South Pool

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Apartment 8 Halwell House self catering accommodation in South Pool, Devon sleeps 4. This Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Apartment 8 Halwell House start from £258 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Apartment 8 Halwell House


Sleeps 4 Games room

Edinburgh House in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Edinburgh House, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Edinburgh House self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Edinburgh House start from £725 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Edinburgh House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Edinburgh House


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available Edinburgh House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Stag Cottage in Melmerby, Cumbria, North West England

Stag Cottage, Melmerby

Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England

Stag Cottage self catering accommodation in Melmerby, Cumbria sleeps 6. This 2 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 fishing . Stag Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Stag Cottage start from £443 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Stag Cottage


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

6 Thurlestone Rock (Penthouse) in Kingsbridge, Devon, South West England

6 Thurlestone Rock (Penthouse), Kingsbridge

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

6 Thurlestone Rock (Penthouse) self catering accommodation in Kingsbridge, Devon sleeps 6. This Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . 6 Thurlestone Rock (Penthouse) is close to the beach. Prices at 6 Thurlestone Rock (Penthouse) start from £815 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 6 Thurlestone Rock (Penthouse)


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Games room

Grist Mill in Owlpen, Gloucestershire, South West England

Grist Mill, Owlpen

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Grist Mill self catering accommodation in Owlpen, Gloucestershire sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Grist Mill start from £1610 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Grist Mill


Sleeps 8 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Laghey in Donegal Bay, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Laghey, Donegal Bay

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Laghey self catering accommodation in Donegal Bay, County Donegal sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Laghey start from £225 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Laghey


Sleeps 6 Golf close by

Carrick in Donegal Bay, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Carrick, Donegal Bay

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Carrick self catering accommodation in Donegal Bay, County Donegal sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Carrick is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Carrick start from £217 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Carrick


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Internet WIFI available

Bryn Derw in Colwyn Bay, Conwy, North Wales

Bryn Derw, Colwyn Bay

Breaks in ConwyNorth Wales

Bryn Derw self catering accommodation in Colwyn Bay, Conwy sleeps 4. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include fishing . Bryn Derw does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bryn Derw start from £372 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bryn Derw


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

Ballyshannon in Donegal Bay, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Ballyshannon, Donegal Bay

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Ballyshannon self catering accommodation in Donegal Bay, County Donegal sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Ballyshannon is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Ballyshannon does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ballyshannon start from £248 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyshannon


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

 

 

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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