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

Ballyvaughan in Burren National Park, County Clare, Ireland-West

Ballyvaughan, Burren National Park

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Ballyvaughan self catering accommodation in Burren National Park, County Clare sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Ballyvaughan is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Ballyvaughan does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ballyvaughan start from £281 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyvaughan


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

Clifden in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland-West

Clifden, Connemara

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Clifden self catering accommodation in Connemara, County Galway sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Clifden is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Clifden does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Clifden start from £260 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Clifden


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Open fire or wood burner

Rosslare in Rosslare Harbour, County Wexford, Ireland-South

Rosslare, Rosslare Harbour

Breaks in County WexfordIreland-South

Rosslare self catering accommodation in Rosslare Harbour, County Wexford sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Rosslare is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Rosslare start from £213 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rosslare


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

Tarqua in Hope Cove, Devon, South West England

Tarqua, Hope Cove

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Tarqua self catering accommodation in Hope Cove, Devon sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Tarqua is close to the beach. Prices at Tarqua start from £652 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tarqua


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Games room

Tregaer Mill Barn in Tregare, Monmouthshire, Mid Wales

Tregaer Mill Barn, Tregare

Breaks in MonmouthshireMid Wales

Tregaer Mill Barn self catering accommodation in Tregare, Monmouthshire 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. Activities close by include golf . Tregaer Mill Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Tregaer Mill Barn start from £346 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tregaer Mill Barn


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

The Gates in Castle Combe, Wiltshire, South West England

The Gates, Castle Combe

Breaks in WiltshireSouth West England

The Gates self catering accommodation in Castle Combe, Wiltshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at The Gates start from £658 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Gates


Sleeps 6 Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

Dunfanaghy in Sheep Haven Bay, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Dunfanaghy, Sheep Haven Bay

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Dunfanaghy self catering accommodation in Sheep Haven Bay, County Donegal sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Dunfanaghy is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Dunfanaghy does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Dunfanaghy start from £302 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Dunfanaghy


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

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

Glenbeigh, Ring of Kerry

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Glenbeigh self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Glenbeigh is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Glenbeigh does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Glenbeigh start from £313 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glenbeigh


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

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

Killorglin, Ring of Kerry

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Killorglin self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 8. This 4 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 . Prices at Killorglin start from £270 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Killorglin


Sleeps 8 Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Noel Cottage in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, South West England

Noel Cottage, Chipping Campden

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Noel Cottage self catering accommodation in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Noel Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Noel Cottage start from £530 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Noel Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

 

 

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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