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

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 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Glencolumbkille is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Glencolumbkille start from £281 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glencolumbkille


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

Portnoo in Donegal Coast, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Portnoo, Donegal Coast

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Portnoo self catering accommodation in Donegal Coast, County Donegal sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Portnoo is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Portnoo start from £252 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Portnoo


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Open fire or wood burner

Cullenstown in Sunny East Coast, County Wexford, Ireland-South

Cullenstown, Sunny East Coast

Breaks in County WexfordIreland-South

Cullenstown self catering accommodation in Sunny East Coast, County Wexford sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Cullenstown is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Cullenstown start from £254 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cullenstown


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Fishing close by

Spiddal in Galway Bay, County Galway, Ireland-West

Spiddal, Galway Bay

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Spiddal self catering accommodation in Galway Bay, County Galway sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include fishing . Spiddal does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Spiddal start from £236 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Spiddal


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by

Penveron in Dittisham, Devon, South West England

Penveron, Dittisham

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Penveron self catering accommodation in Dittisham, Devon 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. Penveron is close to the beach. Prices at Penveron start from £483 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Penveron


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

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

Killaloe in Lough Derg, County Clare, Ireland-West

Killaloe, Lough Derg

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Killaloe self catering accommodation in Lough Derg, County Clare sleeps 5. 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 . Killaloe does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Killaloe start from £209 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Killaloe


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

Blacksmiths Cottage in Boresford, Shropshire, West England

Blacksmiths Cottage, Boresford

Breaks in ShropshireWest England

Blacksmiths Cottage self catering accommodation in Boresford, Shropshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Blacksmiths Cottage start from £233 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Blacksmiths Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

Inniskeen in The Wee County, County Louth, Ireland-East

Inniskeen, The Wee County

Breaks in County LouthIreland-East

Inniskeen self catering accommodation in The Wee County, County Louth sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Inniskeen does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Inniskeen start from £260 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Inniskeen


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Ideal for a romantic break

Flat 3 TheSalcombe in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Flat 3 TheSalcombe, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Flat 3 TheSalcombe self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 4. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . Flat 3 TheSalcombe is close to the beach. Prices at Flat 3 TheSalcombe start from £414 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Flat 3 TheSalcombe customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Flat 3 TheSalcombe


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Games room Flat 3 TheSalcombe 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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