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

Bundoran in Donegal Bay, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Bundoran, Donegal Bay

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Bundoran self catering accommodation in Donegal Bay, County Donegal sleeps 9. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Bundoran is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Bundoran does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bundoran start from £400 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bundoran


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

Ballyhahill in Shannon Estuary, County Limerick, Ireland-South

Ballyhahill, Shannon Estuary

Breaks in County LimerickIreland-South

Ballyhahill self catering accommodation in Shannon Estuary, County Limerick sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Ballyhahill start from £180 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyhahill


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Golf close by

Spiddal in Galway Bay, County Galway, Ireland-West

Spiddal, Galway Bay

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Spiddal self catering accommodation in Galway Bay, County Galway sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include fishing . Spiddal does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Spiddal start from £236 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Spiddal


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by

Bailieborough Lakeland in Cavan, County Cavan, Ireland-East

Bailieborough Lakeland, Cavan

Breaks in County CavanIreland-East

Bailieborough Lakeland self catering accommodation in Cavan, County Cavan sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Bailieborough Lakeland does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bailieborough Lakeland start from £226 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bailieborough Lakeland


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

Rickham Farm in East Portlemouth, Devon, South West England

Rickham Farm, East Portlemouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Rickham Farm self catering accommodation in East Portlemouth, Devon sleeps 10. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Rickham Farm is close to the beach. Prices at Rickham Farm start from £1016 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Rickham Farm customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Rickham Farm


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Games room Rickham Farm Customer Feedback and Reviews

Thatched Cottage in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, South West England

Thatched Cottage, Chipping Campden

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Thatched Cottage self catering accommodation in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire sleeps 2. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Thatched Cottage start from £530 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Thatched Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden

Castleblaney in Castleblayney, County Monaghan, Ireland-East

Castleblaney, Castleblayney

Breaks in County MonaghanIreland-East

Castleblaney self catering accommodation in Castleblayney, County Monaghan sleeps 10. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Castleblaney does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Castleblaney start from £292 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Castleblaney


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

Portumna in Lough Derg, County Galway, Ireland-West

Portumna, Lough Derg

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Portumna self catering accommodation in Lough Derg, County Galway sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf fishing . Portumna does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Portumna start from £209 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Portumna


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Open fire or wood burner

Ballyconneely in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland-West

Ballyconneely, Connemara

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Ballyconneely self catering accommodation in Connemara, County Galway sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Ballyconneely is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Ballyconneely does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ballyconneely start from £521 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyconneely


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Open fire or wood burner

Bleasdale in Bleasdale, Lancashire, North West England

Bleasdale, Bleasdale

Breaks in LancashireNorth West England

Bleasdale self catering accommodation in Bleasdale, Lancashire sleeps 6. This Glamping is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include fishing . Bleasdale does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bleasdale start from £365 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bleasdale


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Fishing close by Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

 

 

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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