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

Pennine in Haworth, West Yorkshire, North West England

Pennine, Haworth

Breaks in West YorkshireNorth West England

Pennine self catering accommodation in Haworth, West Yorkshire sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Pennine does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Pennine start from £312 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pennine


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Groeslon in Penmynydd, Isle of Anglesey, North Wales

Groeslon, Penmynydd

Breaks in Isle of AngleseyNorth Wales

Groeslon self catering accommodation in Penmynydd, Isle of Anglesey sleeps 12. This 6 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Hot Tub . It also has Internet access. Groeslon does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Groeslon start from £674 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Groeslon


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Hot tub

Connemara House in Clifden, County Galway, Ireland West

Connemara House, Clifden

Breaks in County GalwayIreland West

Connemara House self catering accommodation in Clifden, County Galway sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Connemara House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Connemara House start from £133 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Connemara House


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

Meifod in Betws-Y-Coed, Conwy, North Wales

Meifod, Betws-Y-Coed

Breaks in ConwyNorth Wales

Meifod in North Wales has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Meifod does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Meifod start from £251 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Meifod


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

Carrick Cottage in Moville, County Donegal, Ireland North

Carrick Cottage, Moville

Breaks in County DonegalIreland North

Carrick Cottage self catering accommodation in Moville, County Donegal sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Carrick Cottage start from £221 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Carrick Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

St Hildas Cottage in Hinderwell, North Yorkshire, North East England

St Hildas Cottage, Hinderwell

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

St Hildas Cottage self catering accommodation in Hinderwell, North Yorkshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Hot Tub . St Hildas Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at St Hildas Cottage start from £395 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about St Hildas Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Hot tub

Afon Menai in Newborough, Isle of Anglesey, North Wales

Afon Menai, Newborough

Breaks in Isle of AngleseyNorth Wales

Afon Menai self catering accommodation in Newborough, Isle of Anglesey sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Afon Menai start from £290 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Afon Menai


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

Pippin Cottage in Eyam, Derbyshire, Central England

Pippin Cottage, Eyam

Breaks in DerbyshireCentral England

Pippin Cottage self catering accommodation in Eyam, Derbyshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Pippin Cottage start from £271 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pippin Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Sea Park Cottage in Lahinch, County Clare, Ireland West

Sea Park Cottage, Lahinch

Breaks in County ClareIreland West

Sea Park Cottage self catering accommodation in Lahinch, County Clare sleeps 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Sea Park Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Sea Park Cottage start from £233 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sea Park Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Howards Barn in Arkholme, Cumbria, North West England

Howards Barn, Arkholme

Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England

Howards Barn self catering accommodation in Arkholme, Cumbria sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Howards Barn start from £257 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Howards Barn


Sleeps 2 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.

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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