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

Camp in Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Camp, Dingle Peninsula

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Camp self catering accommodation in Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Camp is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Camp does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Camp start from £258 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Camp


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

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 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Portmagee is close to the beach. 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 £158 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Portmagee


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

Eyeries in Beara Peninsula, County Cork, Ireland-South

Eyeries, Beara Peninsula

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Eyeries self catering accommodation in Beara Peninsula, County Cork sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Eyeries is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Eyeries start from £203 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Eyeries


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

Annagry in The Rosses, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Annagry, The Rosses

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Annagry self catering accommodation in The Rosses, County Donegal sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Annagry start from £254 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Annagry


Sleeps 8 Fishing close by Golf close by

Little Weststowe in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Little Weststowe, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Little Weststowe self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Little Weststowe start from £324 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Little Weststowe customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Little Weststowe


Sleeps 4 Games room Little Weststowe Customer Feedback and Reviews

Lusk in Dublin City, County Dublin, Ireland-East

Lusk, Dublin City

Breaks in County DublinIreland-East

Lusk self catering accommodation in Dublin City, County Dublin sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Lusk is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Lusk start from £416 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lusk


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

Stables Cottage in Hillfield, Devon, South West England

Stables Cottage, Hillfield

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Stables Cottage self catering accommodation in Hillfield, Devon sleeps 8. This luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Prices at Stables Cottage start from £679 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Stables Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Stables Cottage


Sleeps 8 Internet WIFI available Games room Luxury self catering Stables Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

7 Charles Street in Dartmouth, Devon, South West England

7 Charles Street, Dartmouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

7 Charles Street self catering accommodation in Dartmouth, Devon sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . Prices at 7 Charles Street start from £349 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 7 Charles Street


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool

Cushendun in Antrim Coast, County Antrim, Ireland-North

Cushendun, Antrim Coast

Breaks in County AntrimIreland-North

Cushendun self catering accommodation in Antrim Coast, County Antrim sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Cushendun is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Cushendun does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cushendun start from £346 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cushendun


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

Pont House in Pont, Cornwall, South West England

Pont House, Pont

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Pont House self catering accommodation in Pont, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Pont House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Pont House start from £474 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pont House


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden 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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