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.
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
Kilcrohane, Sheeps Head Peninsula
Breaks in County CorkIreland-South
Kilcrohane self catering accommodation in Sheeps Head Peninsula, County Cork sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Kilcrohane is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Kilcrohane start from £240 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kilcrohane
Castleblaney, nr Castleblayney
Breaks in County MonaghanIreland-East
Castleblaney self catering accommodation in nr Castleblayney, County Monaghan sleeps 9. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Castleblaney does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Castleblaney start from £300 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Castleblaney
Beach View, Southbourne
Breaks in DorsetSouth West England
Beach View self catering accommodation in Southbourne, Dorset sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool Hot Tub . It also has Internet access. Beach View is close to the beach. Prices at Beach View start from £904 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beach View
Glin, River Shannon
Breaks in County LimerickIreland-South
Glin self catering accommodation in River Shannon, County Limerick sleeps 3. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Glin is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Glin start from £170 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glin
Upperchurch, Slieve Felim Mountains
Breaks in County TipperaryIreland-South
Upperchurch self catering accommodation in Slieve Felim Mountains, County Tipperary sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Upperchurch does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Upperchurch start from £253 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Upperchurch
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
Ennistimon, Lahinch
Breaks in County ClareIreland-West
Ennistimon self catering accommodation in Lahinch, County Clare sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Ennistimon is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Ennistimon start from £222 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ennistimon
Ballinrobe, Lough Mask
Breaks in County MayoIreland-West
Ballinrobe self catering accommodation in Lough Mask, County Mayo sleeps 10. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Ballinrobe is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Ballinrobe does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ballinrobe start from £469 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballinrobe
Oak Tree, Leafield
Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England
Oak Tree self catering accommodation in Leafield, Oxfordshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Oak Tree start from £635 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Oak Tree
Fanore, Galway Bay
Breaks in County ClareIreland-West
Fanore self catering accommodation in Galway Bay, County Clare sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Fanore is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Fanore does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Fanore start from £290 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fanore
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.
Holiday Cottages North Devon
Holiday Cottages North Cornwall
Holiday Cottages South Cornwall
Holiday Cottages Dorset
Holiday Cottages Somerset
Refine your cottage search
We have 20922 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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