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

Maplebeck in Whitby, North Yorkshire, North East England

Maplebeck, Whitby

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Maplebeck self catering accommodation in Whitby, North Yorkshire sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Maplebeck does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Maplebeck start from £269 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Maplebeck


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

The Turnip House in Westhope, Shropshire, West England

The Turnip House, Westhope

Breaks in ShropshireWest England

The Turnip House self catering accommodation in Westhope, Shropshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. The Turnip House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Turnip House start from £317 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Turnip House


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

1A Kylerhea in Broadford, Isle of Skye, Highlands Scotland

1A Kylerhea, Broadford

Breaks in Isle of SkyeHighlands Scotland

1A Kylerhea self catering accommodation in Broadford, Isle of Skye sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. 1A Kylerhea does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 1A Kylerhea start from £269 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1A Kylerhea


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Farm Yard Cottage in Allerston, North Yorkshire, North East England

Farm Yard Cottage, Allerston

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Farm Yard Cottage self catering accommodation in Allerston, North Yorkshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Farm Yard Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Farm Yard Cottage start from £277 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Farm Yard Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

11 Waterville Bay in Waterville, County Kerry, Ireland South

11 Waterville Bay, Waterville

Breaks in County KerryIreland South

11 Waterville Bay self catering accommodation in Waterville, County Kerry sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at 11 Waterville Bay start from £226 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 11 Waterville Bay


Sleeps 4 Garden

Casatara 2 in Ardara, County Donegal, Ireland North

Casatara 2, Ardara

Breaks in County DonegalIreland North

Casatara 2 self catering accommodation in Ardara, County Donegal sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Casatara 2 does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Casatara 2 start from £192 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Casatara 2


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

The Secret Hideaway in Lake Vyrnwy, Powys, Mid Wales

The Secret Hideaway, Lake Vyrnwy

Breaks in PowysMid Wales

The Secret Hideaway self catering accommodation in Lake Vyrnwy, Powys 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. The Secret Hideaway does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Secret Hideaway start from £295 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Secret Hideaway


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Caher House in Ballinrobe, County Mayo, Ireland West

Caher House, Ballinrobe

Breaks in County MayoIreland West

Caher House self catering accommodation in Ballinrobe, County Mayo sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Caher House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Caher House start from £231 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Caher House


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Birch Cottage in Hartington, Derbyshire, Central England

Birch Cottage, Hartington

Breaks in DerbyshireCentral England

Birch Cottage self catering accommodation in Hartington, Derbyshire sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Birch Cottage start from £380 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Birch Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Castle Hill in Peebles, Peeblesshire, Borders Scotland

Castle Hill, Peebles

Breaks in PeeblesshireBorders Scotland

Castle Hill self catering accommodation in Peebles, Peeblesshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Castle Hill start from £379 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Castle Hill


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available

 

 

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.

More Holiday Ideas for you to consider

If you have found this holiday article interesting, why not take a look at some of our others.

 

Fast search

 

Find Cottage Holidays

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.

Cottage Holiday Favourites