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

The Hoot in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

The Hoot, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Hoot self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 6. This Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . The Hoot is close to the beach. Prices at The Hoot start from £525 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Hoot customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Hoot


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Games room The Hoot Customer Feedback and Reviews

Keytes Cottage in Bourton-on-the Hill, Gloucestershire, South West England

Keytes Cottage, Bourton-on-the Hill

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Keytes Cottage self catering accommodation in Bourton-on-the Hill, Gloucestershire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Keytes Cottage start from £346 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Keytes Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

Garden Apartment in Hillfield, Devon, South West England

Garden Apartment, Hillfield

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Garden Apartment self catering accommodation in Hillfield, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Prices at Garden Apartment start from £530 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Garden Apartment customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Garden Apartment


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Internet WIFI available Games room Luxury self catering Garden Apartment Customer Feedback and Reviews

Fanore in Atlantic Coast, County Clare, Ireland-West

Fanore, Atlantic Coast

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Fanore self catering accommodation in Atlantic Coast, 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. Fanore is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Fanore does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Fanore start from £331 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fanore


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

Delphi in Delphi Adventure Resort, County Mayo, Ireland-West

Delphi, Delphi Adventure Resort

Breaks in County MayoIreland-West

Delphi self catering accommodation in Delphi Adventure Resort, County Mayo sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Delphi does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Delphi start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Delphi


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Luxury self catering

The Cottage in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire, South West England

The Cottage, Moreton-In-Marsh

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

The Cottage self catering accommodation in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at The Cottage start from £886 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Gorey in Sunny South East Coast, County Wexford, Ireland-South

Gorey, Sunny South East Coast

Breaks in County WexfordIreland-South

Gorey self catering accommodation in Sunny South East Coast, County Wexford sleeps 12. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Gorey is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Gorey start from £1250 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Gorey


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Penrhiw Cottage in Talog, Carmarthenshire, South Wales

Penrhiw Cottage, Talog

Breaks in CarmarthenshireSouth Wales

Penrhiw Cottage self catering accommodation in Talog, Carmarthenshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Penrhiw Cottage start from £397 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Penrhiw Cottage


Sleeps 6 Fishing close by Golf close by Garden Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

Ferrycot in East Portlemouth, Devon, South West England

Ferrycot, East Portlemouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Ferrycot self catering accommodation in East Portlemouth, Devon sleeps 9. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Ferrycot is close to the beach. Prices at Ferrycot start from £995 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ferrycot


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Buckland Wood Barn in Broadway, Worcestershire, West England

Buckland Wood Barn, Broadway

Breaks in WorcestershireWest England

Buckland Wood Barn self catering accommodation in Broadway, Worcestershire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Prices at Buckland Wood Barn start from £443 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Buckland Wood Barn


Sleeps 4 Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break 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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