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

Bay View House in Lynmouth, Devon, South West England

Bay View House, Lynmouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Bay View House self catering accommodation in Lynmouth, Devon sleeps 10. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Bay View House start from £717 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bay View House


Sleeps 10 or more Garden Internet WIFI available

Stable End in Luntley, Herefordshire, Central England

Stable End, Luntley

Breaks in HerefordshireCentral England

Stable End in Central England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Stable End start from £326 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Stable End


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

The Thatched Cottage in Drummin Near Westport, County Mayo, Ireland West

The Thatched Cottage, Drummin Near Westport

Breaks in County MayoIreland West

The Thatched Cottage self catering accommodation in Drummin Near Westport, County Mayo sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . The Thatched Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Thatched Cottage start from £205 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Thatched Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Longcliffe in Beckermet, Cumbria, North West England

Longcliffe, Beckermet

Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England

Longcliffe self catering accommodation in Beckermet, Cumbria sleeps 9. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Longcliffe does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Longcliffe start from £314 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Longcliffe


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Cra-na-ge in Embleton, Northumberland, North East England

Cra-na-ge, Embleton

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

Cra-na-ge in North East England has a 2 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Cra-na-ge start from £262 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cra-na-ge


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available

Seascape in Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire, South Wales

Seascape, Saundersfoot

Breaks in PembrokeshireSouth Wales

Seascape self catering accommodation in Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Seascape start from £333 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Seascape


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available Games room

The Old Cider Mill in Caynham, Shropshire, West England

The Old Cider Mill, Caynham

Breaks in ShropshireWest England

The Old Cider Mill self catering accommodation in Caynham, Shropshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Old Cider Mill start from £285 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Cider Mill


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

Spring Cottage in East Harling, Norfolk, East England

Spring Cottage, East Harling

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Spring Cottage self catering accommodation in East Harling, Norfolk sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Spring Cottage start from £351 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Spring Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Herons Reach in Pembroke, Pembrokeshire, South Wales

Herons Reach, Pembroke

Breaks in PembrokeshireSouth Wales

Herons Reach self catering accommodation in Pembroke, Pembrokeshire sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Herons Reach does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Herons Reach start from £435 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Herons Reach


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Jubilee Cottage in Llandudno, Conwy, North Wales

Jubilee Cottage, Llandudno

Breaks in ConwyNorth Wales

Jubilee Cottage self catering accommodation in Llandudno, Conwy sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Jubilee Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Jubilee Cottage start from £239 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Jubilee Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

 

 

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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