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

Ty Newydd Bach in Pentir, Gwynedd, North Wales

Ty Newydd Bach, Pentir

Breaks in GwyneddNorth Wales

Ty Newydd Bach self catering accommodation in Pentir, Gwynedd sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Ty Newydd Bach does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ty Newydd Bach start from £282 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ty Newydd Bach


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

Hens Den in Cullenstown, County Wexford, Ireland South

Hens Den, Cullenstown

Breaks in County WexfordIreland South

Hens Den self catering accommodation in Cullenstown, County Wexford sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Hens Den start from £171 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hens Den


Sleeps 2 Garden

Brooklyn in Leek , Staffordshire, Central England

Brooklyn, Leek

Breaks in StaffordshireCentral England

Brooklyn self catering accommodation in Leek , Staffordshire sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Brooklyn start from £498 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Brooklyn


Sleeps 8 Garden Internet WIFI available

Rectory Cottage in Old Buckenham, Norfolk, East England

Rectory Cottage, Old Buckenham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Rectory Cottage self catering accommodation in Old Buckenham, Norfolk sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . Rectory Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Rectory Cottage start from £322 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rectory Cottage


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Rowan Cottage in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland, North East England

Rowan Cottage, Berwick-Upon-Tweed

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

Rowan Cottage self catering accommodation in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland sleeps 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Rowan Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Rowan Cottage start from £259 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rowan Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Willow Cottage in Giggleswick, North Yorkshire, North East England

Willow Cottage, Giggleswick

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Willow Cottage self catering accommodation in Giggleswick, North Yorkshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Willow Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Willow Cottage start from £316 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Willow Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Upper Barn Stable in Reepham, Norfolk, East England

Upper Barn Stable, Reepham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Upper Barn Stable self catering accommodation in Reepham, Norfolk sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Hot Tub Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Upper Barn Stable start from £214 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Upper Barn Stable


Sleeps 2 Garden Open fire or wood burner Hot tub

Clematis Cottage in Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, East England

Clematis Cottage, Market Rasen

Breaks in LincolnshireEast England

Clematis Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Clematis Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Clematis Cottage start from £264 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Clematis Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

9 The Beeches in Louisburgh, County Mayo, Ireland West

9 The Beeches, Louisburgh

Breaks in County MayoIreland West

9 The Beeches self catering accommodation in Louisburgh, County Mayo sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at 9 The Beeches start from £247 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 9 The Beeches


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Kittys Loft in Godshill, Isle of Wight, South East England

Kittys Loft, Godshill

Breaks in Isle of WightSouth East England

Kittys Loft in South East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Kittys Loft start from £301 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kittys Loft


Sleeps 4 Garden Luxury self catering

 

 

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

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