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

Rossaveal in Galway Bay, County Galway, Ireland-West

Rossaveal, Galway Bay

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Rossaveal self catering accommodation in Galway Bay, County Galway sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Rossaveal start from £225 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rossaveal


Sleeps 6 Fishing close by Golf close by

The Moorings in Bodinnick, Cornwall, South West England

The Moorings, Bodinnick

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

The Moorings self catering accommodation in Bodinnick, Cornwall sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached . It also has Internet access. The Moorings does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Moorings start from £331 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Moorings


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

8 Church Street in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

8 Church Street, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

8 Church Street self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 6. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . 8 Church Street is close to the beach. Prices at 8 Church Street start from £380 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 8 Church Street


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Open fire or wood burner Games room

Portaferry in Strangford Lough, County Down, Ireland-North

Portaferry, Strangford Lough

Breaks in County DownIreland-North

Portaferry self catering accommodation in Strangford Lough, County Down sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Portaferry is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Portaferry start from £375 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Portaferry


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Bell Cottage in South Town, Devon, South West England

Bell Cottage, South Town

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Bell Cottage self catering accommodation in South Town, Devon sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Bell Cottage start from £519 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Bell Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Bell Cottage


Sleeps 4 Games room Bell Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Landward Cottage in Start Point Lighthouse, Devon, South West England

Landward Cottage, Start Point Lighthouse

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Landward Cottage self catering accommodation in Start Point Lighthouse, Devon sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Landward Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Landward Cottage start from £483 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Landward Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Ideal for a romantic break

Gap Of Dunloe in Lakes of Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Gap Of Dunloe, Lakes of Killarney

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Gap Of Dunloe self catering accommodation in Lakes of Killarney, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Gap Of Dunloe start from £304 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Gap Of Dunloe


Sleeps 6 Fishing close by Golf close by

Eagles Nest in St Agnes, Cornwall, South West England

Eagles Nest, St Agnes

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Eagles Nest self catering accommodation in St Agnes, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Eagles Nest is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Eagles Nest start from £292 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Eagles Nest


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available

Doonbeg in Atlantic Coast, County Clare, Ireland-West

Doonbeg, Atlantic Coast

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Doonbeg 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 and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Doonbeg is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Doonbeg start from £270 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Doonbeg


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Golf close by Open fire or wood burner

 

 

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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