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

Ballycroy in Atlantic Coast, County Mayo, Ireland-West

Ballycroy, Atlantic Coast

Breaks in County MayoIreland-West

Ballycroy self catering accommodation in Atlantic Coast, County Mayo sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Ballycroy is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Ballycroy start from £201 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballycroy


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by

Bunratty in Bunratty Castle, County Clare, Ireland-West

Bunratty, Bunratty Castle

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Bunratty self catering accommodation in Bunratty Castle, County Clare sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Bunratty start from £313 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bunratty


Sleeps 4 Golf close by

Ballycastle in Atlantic Coast, County Antrim, Ireland-North

Ballycastle, Atlantic Coast

Breaks in County AntrimIreland-North

Ballycastle self catering accommodation in Atlantic Coast, County Antrim sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Ballycastle is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Ballycastle start from £350 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballycastle


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

Solebay Cottage in Pendeen Lighthouse, Cornwall, South West England

Solebay Cottage, Pendeen Lighthouse

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Solebay Cottage self catering accommodation in Pendeen Lighthouse, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Solebay Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Solebay Cottage start from £274 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Solebay Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Ideal for a romantic break

Badgers in Thurlestone, Devon, South West England

Badgers, Thurlestone

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Badgers self catering accommodation in Thurlestone, Devon sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Badgers is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Badgers start from £750 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Badgers


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

The Quillet in Portmellon, Cornwall, South West England

The Quillet, Portmellon

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

The Quillet self catering accommodation in Portmellon, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . The Quillet does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Quillet start from £357 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Quillet


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available

4 Combehaven in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

4 Combehaven, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

4 Combehaven self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at 4 Combehaven start from £380 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 4 Combehaven


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

Gannel Cottage in Pentire, Cornwall, South West England

Gannel Cottage, Pentire

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Gannel Cottage self catering accommodation in Pentire, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Gannel Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Gannel Cottage start from £467 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Gannel Cottage


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Golf close by Garden

Cope Cottage in Bruern, Gloucestershire, South West England

Cope Cottage, Bruern

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Cope Cottage self catering accommodation in Bruern, Gloucestershire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Cope Cottage start from £362 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cope Cottage


Sleeps 2 Indoor pool Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by Games room

Clonbur in Joyce Country, County Galway, Ireland-West

Clonbur, Joyce Country

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Clonbur self catering accommodation in Joyce Country, County Galway sleeps 3. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Clonbur start from £135 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Clonbur


Sleeps 2 Fishing close by Golf close by 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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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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