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

High Tide in Mayors Avenue, Devon, South West England

High Tide, Mayors Avenue

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

High Tide self catering accommodation in Mayors Avenue, Devon sleeps 5. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at High Tide start from £402 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected High Tide customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about High Tide


Sleeps 4 Games room High Tide Customer Feedback and Reviews

Ariel in Nash Point Lighthouse, Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales

Ariel, Nash Point Lighthouse

Breaks in Vale of GlamorganSouth Wales

Ariel self catering accommodation in Nash Point Lighthouse, Vale of Glamorgan sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Ariel is close to the beach. Prices at Ariel start from £346 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ariel


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Ideal for a romantic break Easy walking close by

Roundstone in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland-West

Roundstone, Connemara

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Roundstone self catering accommodation in Connemara, County Galway sleeps 8. This 6 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Roundstone is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Roundstone start from £222 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Roundstone


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Open fire or wood burner

7 Thurlestone Rock Apartments in Kingsbridge, Devon, South West England

7 Thurlestone Rock Apartments, Kingsbridge

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

7 Thurlestone Rock Apartments self catering accommodation in Kingsbridge, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . 7 Thurlestone Rock Apartments is close to the beach. Prices at 7 Thurlestone Rock Apartments start from £557 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 7 Thurlestone Rock Apartments customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 7 Thurlestone Rock Apartments


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Games room 7 Thurlestone Rock Apartments Customer Feedback and Reviews

Lletty in Colwyn Bay, Conwy, North Wales

Lletty, Colwyn Bay

Breaks in ConwyNorth Wales

Lletty self catering accommodation in Colwyn Bay, Conwy sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Lletty is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Lletty does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Lletty start from £397 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lletty


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

Roundstone in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland-West

Roundstone, Connemara

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Roundstone self catering accommodation in Connemara, County Galway sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Roundstone is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Roundstone does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Roundstone start from £258 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Roundstone


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by

Renvyle in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland-West

Renvyle, Connemara

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Renvyle self catering accommodation in Connemara, County Galway sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Renvyle is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Renvyle does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Renvyle start from £269 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Renvyle


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

Killimer in Killimer, County Clare, Ireland-West

Killimer, Killimer

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Killimer self catering accommodation in Killimer, County Clare sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Killimer start from £158 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Killimer


Sleeps 4 Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Rampisham Hill Farm Barn in Hooke, Dorset, South West England

Rampisham Hill Farm Barn, Hooke

Breaks in DorsetSouth West England

Rampisham Hill Farm Barn self catering accommodation in Hooke, Dorset sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Rampisham Hill Farm Barn is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Rampisham Hill Farm Barn start from £443 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rampisham Hill Farm Barn


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

2 North Crest House in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

2 North Crest House, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

2 North Crest House self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 5. This Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . 2 North Crest House is close to the beach. Prices at 2 North Crest House start from £442 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 North Crest House


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Games room

 

 

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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