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

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 10. This 4 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Ballyshannon start from £321 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyshannon


Sleeps 10 or more Fishing close by Golf close by Luxury self catering

Fairview House in Dartmouth, Devon, South West England

Fairview House, Dartmouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Fairview House self catering accommodation in Dartmouth, Devon sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Fairview House start from £534 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fairview House


Sleeps 8 Games room

Ballycastle in Atlantic Coast, County Antrim, Ireland-North

Ballycastle, Atlantic Coast

Breaks in County AntrimIreland-North

Ballycastle self catering accommodation in Atlantic Coast, County Antrim sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Ballycastle is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Ballycastle start from £293 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballycastle


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

Glencolumbkille in killybegs, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Glencolumbkille, killybegs

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

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


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

Dublin in Dublin City, County Dublin, Ireland-East

Dublin, Dublin City

Breaks in County DublinIreland-East

Dublin self catering accommodation in Dublin City, County Dublin sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Dublin is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Dublin does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Dublin start from £1302 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Dublin


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

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

Ballinskelligs, Ring of Kerry

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Ballinskelligs self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Ballinskelligs is close to the beach. Prices at Ballinskelligs start from £313 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballinskelligs


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Open fire or wood burner

3 Thurlestone Rock Mews in Kingsbridge, Devon, South West England

3 Thurlestone Rock Mews, Kingsbridge

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

3 Thurlestone Rock Mews self catering accommodation in Kingsbridge, Devon sleeps 4. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . 3 Thurlestone Rock Mews is close to the beach. Prices at 3 Thurlestone Rock Mews start from £425 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 3 Thurlestone Rock Mews customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 3 Thurlestone Rock Mews


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Games room 3 Thurlestone Rock Mews Customer Feedback and Reviews

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 ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Portmagee does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. 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 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Sibton Park in Sibton, Suffolk, East England

Sibton Park, Sibton

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Sibton Park self catering accommodation in Sibton, Suffolk sleeps 24. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Hot Tub Open Fire/woodburner . Sibton Park does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Sibton Park start from £2940 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sibton Park


Sleeps 10 or more Indoor pool Pet friendly Open fire or wood burner Hot tub Easy walking close by

Primrose Cottage (Goveton) in Goveton, Devon, South West England

Primrose Cottage (Goveton), Goveton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Primrose Cottage (Goveton) self catering accommodation in Goveton, Devon sleeps 4. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Primrose Cottage (Goveton) start from £345 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Primrose Cottage (Goveton)


Sleeps 4 Games room

 

 

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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