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

Fanore in Galway Bay, County Clare, Ireland-West

Fanore, Galway Bay

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Fanore self catering accommodation in Galway Bay, County Clare sleeps 11. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Fanore is close to the beach. Fanore does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Fanore start from £269 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fanore


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

Borrisoleigh in Lough Derg, County Tipperary, Ireland-South

Borrisoleigh, Lough Derg

Breaks in County TipperaryIreland-South

Borrisoleigh self catering accommodation in Lough Derg, County Tipperary sleeps 9. This 4 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 . Borrisoleigh does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Borrisoleigh start from £254 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Borrisoleigh


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Puckhams in Stoke Abbott, Dorset, South West England

Puckhams, Stoke Abbott

Breaks in DorsetSouth West England

Puckhams self catering accommodation in Stoke Abbott, Dorset sleeps 12. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Puckhams is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Puckhams start from £923 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Puckhams


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Chy Lowena in Carbis Bay, Cornwall, South West England

Chy Lowena, Carbis Bay

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Chy Lowena self catering accommodation in Carbis Bay, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Chy Lowena is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Chy Lowena start from £378 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Chy Lowena


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

Mountshannon in Lough Derg, County Clare, Ireland-West

Mountshannon, Lough Derg

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Mountshannon self catering accommodation in Lough Derg, County Clare 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 . Mountshannon does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Mountshannon start from £216 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mountshannon


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

New Ross in Waterford Harbour, County Wexford, Ireland-South

New Ross, Waterford Harbour

Breaks in County WexfordIreland-South

New Ross self catering accommodation in Waterford Harbour, County Wexford sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . New Ross does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at New Ross start from £281 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about New Ross


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Spring Ridge in Hope Cove, Devon, South West England

Spring Ridge, Hope Cove

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Spring Ridge self catering accommodation in Hope Cove, Devon sleeps 6. This Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Spring Ridge is close to the beach. Spring Ridge does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Spring Ridge start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Spring Ridge


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Liscannor in Cliffs of Moher, County Clare, Ireland-West

Liscannor, Cliffs of Moher

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Liscannor self catering accommodation in Cliffs of Moher, County Clare sleeps 6. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Liscannor is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Liscannor does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Liscannor start from £318 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Liscannor


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

Greystone in Hope Cove, Devon, South West England

Greystone, Hope Cove

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Greystone self catering accommodation in Hope Cove, Devon sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached . It also has Internet access. Greystone does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Greystone start from £777 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Greystone customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Greystone


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Games room Greystone Customer Feedback and Reviews

Scargill Castle in Scargill, County Durham, North East England

Scargill Castle, Scargill

Breaks in County DurhamNorth East England

Scargill Castle self catering accommodation in Scargill, County Durham sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Scargill Castle does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Scargill Castle start from £326 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Scargill Castle


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

 

 

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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