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

Sea Fizz in Brighton, East Sussex, South East England

Sea Fizz, Brighton

Breaks in East SussexSouth East England

Sea Fizz in South East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached . It also has Internet access. Sea Fizz is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf horse riding fishing . Sea Fizz does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Sea Fizz start from £550 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Sea Fizz customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Sea Fizz

Phone enquiries: 07710 284381

Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Easy walking close by Games room Luxury self catering Sea Fizz Customer Feedback and Reviews

Galway City in Galway City, County Galway, Ireland-West

Galway City, Galway City

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Galway City self catering accommodation in Galway City, County Galway sleeps 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Galway City is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Galway City start from £338 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Galway City


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

Carraroe in Galway Bay, County Galway, Ireland-West

Carraroe, Galway Bay

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Carraroe self catering accommodation in Galway Bay, County Galway sleeps 7. This 4 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Carraroe is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Carraroe does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Carraroe start from £494 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Carraroe


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

Hillside Cottage in Swerford, Oxfordshire, Central England

Hillside Cottage, Swerford

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

Hillside Cottage self catering accommodation in Swerford, Oxfordshire sleeps 4. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Hillside Cottage start from £860 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hillside Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Thomastown in Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland-South

Thomastown, Kilkenny

Breaks in County KilkennyIreland-South

Thomastown self catering accommodation in Kilkenny, County Kilkenny sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Thomastown does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Thomastown start from £191 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Thomastown


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break

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 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Glenbeigh is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Glenbeigh start from £224 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glenbeigh


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

Clonmany in Ballyliffin, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Clonmany, Ballyliffin

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Clonmany self catering accommodation in Ballyliffin, County Donegal sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Clonmany is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Clonmany does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Clonmany start from £366 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Clonmany


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Ideal for a romantic break

Harbourfield in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Harbourfield, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Harbourfield self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Harbourfield is close to the beach. Prices at Harbourfield start from £557 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Harbourfield customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Harbourfield


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Games room Harbourfield Customer Feedback and Reviews

Hollywood in Wicklow Mountains, County Wicklow, Ireland-East

Hollywood, Wicklow Mountains

Breaks in County WicklowIreland-East

Hollywood self catering accommodation in Wicklow Mountains, County Wicklow sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Hollywood does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Hollywood start from £270 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hollywood


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

Kilcrohane in Sheeps Head Peninsula, County Cork, Ireland-South

Kilcrohane, Sheeps Head Peninsula

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Kilcrohane self catering accommodation in Sheeps Head Peninsula, County Cork sleeps 3. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Kilcrohane is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Kilcrohane start from £174 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kilcrohane


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break

 

 

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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