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

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

Lisnaskea in Lough Erne, County Fermanagh, Ireland-North

Lisnaskea, Lough Erne

Breaks in County FermanaghIreland-North

Lisnaskea self catering accommodation in Lough Erne, County Fermanagh sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Lisnaskea start from £256 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lisnaskea


Sleeps 6 Fishing close by Golf close by

Ty Uchar Ffordd in Colwyn Bay, Conwy, North Wales

Ty Uchar Ffordd, Colwyn Bay

Breaks in ConwyNorth Wales

Ty Uchar Ffordd self catering accommodation in Colwyn Bay, Conwy sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Ty Uchar Ffordd is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Ty Uchar Ffordd does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ty Uchar Ffordd start from £326 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ty Uchar Ffordd


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

Milford in Mulroy Bay, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Milford, Mulroy Bay

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Milford self catering accommodation in Mulroy Bay, County Donegal sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Milford is close to the beach. Prices at Milford start from £269 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Milford


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

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 8. This 4 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Camp is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Camp start from £364 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Camp


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

Rosehill Cottage in St Breward, Cornwall, South West England

Rosehill Cottage, St Breward

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Rosehill Cottage self catering accommodation in St Breward, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Rosehill Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Rosehill Cottage start from £386 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rosehill Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

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

Waterville, Ring of Kerry

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Waterville self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Waterville is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Waterville does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Waterville start from £597 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Waterville


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

Ballyconneely in Galway Bay, County Galway, Ireland-West

Ballyconneely, Galway Bay

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Ballyconneely self catering accommodation in Galway Bay, County Galway sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Ballyconneely is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Ballyconneely start from £290 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyconneely


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

Number 56 Howells Mere in Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire, South West England

Number 56 Howells Mere, Somerford Keynes

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Number 56 Howells Mere self catering accommodation in Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Number 56 Howells Mere start from £1879 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Number 56 Howells Mere


Sleeps 8 Indoor pool Garden Open fire or wood burner

Hingstons Barn in South Milton, Devon, South West England

Hingstons Barn, South Milton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Hingstons Barn self catering accommodation in South Milton, Devon sleeps 6. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Hingstons Barn start from £395 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Hingstons Barn customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Hingstons Barn


Sleeps 6 Games room Hingstons Barn Customer Feedback and Reviews

 

 

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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