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

Blue Mackerel in Mevagissey, Cornwall, South West England

Blue Mackerel, Mevagissey

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Blue Mackerel self catering accommodation in Mevagissey, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Blue Mackerel does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Blue Mackerel start from £394 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Blue Mackerel


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

Cob Loaf Cottage in Fowey, Cornwall, South West England

Cob Loaf Cottage, Fowey

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Cob Loaf Cottage self catering accommodation in Fowey, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Cob Loaf Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cob Loaf Cottage start from £292 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cob Loaf Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available

Trim in East Coast, County Meath, Ireland-East

Trim, East Coast

Breaks in County MeathIreland-East

Trim self catering accommodation in East Coast, County Meath sleeps 8. 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 . Prices at Trim start from £416 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Trim


Sleeps 8 Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

The Little House in Compton Abdale, Gloucestershire, South West England

The Little House, Compton Abdale

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

The Little House self catering accommodation in Compton Abdale, Gloucestershire sleeps 2. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at The Little House start from £465 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Little House


Sleeps 2 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Valentia Island in Valentia Island, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Valentia Island, Valentia Island

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Valentia Island self catering accommodation in Valentia Island, County Kerry sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Valentia Island is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Valentia Island start from £306 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Valentia Island


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

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

Duncannon, Sunny South East Coast

Breaks in County WexfordIreland-South

Duncannon self catering accommodation in Sunny South East Coast, County Wexford sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Duncannon is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Duncannon start from £256 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Duncannon


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Ideal for a romantic break

Glenmalure in Wicklow Mountains, County Wicklow, Ireland-East

Glenmalure, Wicklow Mountains

Breaks in County WicklowIreland-East

Glenmalure self catering accommodation in Wicklow Mountains, County Wicklow sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Glenmalure start from £291 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glenmalure


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Golf close by

Maywin Cottage in Chapel Amble, Cornwall, South West England

Maywin Cottage, Chapel Amble

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Maywin Cottage self catering accommodation in Chapel Amble, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf horse riding fishing . Prices at Maywin Cottage start from £351 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Maywin Cottage


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Golf close by Garden Open fire or wood burner

St Clethers in Ladock, Cornwall, South West England

St Clethers, Ladock

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

St Clethers self catering accommodation in Ladock, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . St Clethers is close to the beach. Prices at St Clethers start from £346 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about St Clethers


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

Woodentops in Lanner, Cornwall, South West England

Woodentops, Lanner

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Woodentops self catering accommodation in Lanner, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Woodentops start from £260 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Woodentops


Sleeps 4 Golf close by 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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Find Cottage Holidays mission is to promote the very best of the UK and Ireland's wonderful self catering accommodation, whether it be cottages, apartments, lodges, chalets, houses, villas or bungalows. But, it's not just about the cottages, we also try and bring you some helpful guides and information on the places to go, things to see and activities to do while you enjoy your break in England, Scotland, Wales or Ireland. In fact, we are adding to our list daily but if you think we have missed somewhere special tell us via our Facebook page. With wonderful countryside and superb coastlines to explore the UK and Ireland has so much to offer.

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