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

6 Harbour View in Duncannon, County Wexford, Ireland South

6 Harbour View, Duncannon

Breaks in County WexfordIreland South

6 Harbour View self catering accommodation in Duncannon, County Wexford sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at 6 Harbour View start from £255 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 6 Harbour View


Sleeps 6

Willow Barn in Flookburgh, Cumbria, North West England

Willow Barn, Flookburgh

Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England

Willow Barn self catering accommodation in Flookburgh, Cumbria sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Willow Barn start from £349 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Willow Barn


Sleeps 6 Garden

1 Beach Terrace in Rhosneigr, Isle of Anglesey, North Wales

1 Beach Terrace, Rhosneigr

Breaks in Isle of AngleseyNorth Wales

1 Beach Terrace self catering accommodation in Rhosneigr, Isle of Anglesey sleeps 10. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. 1 Beach Terrace does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 1 Beach Terrace start from £645 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 Beach Terrace


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Cosy Cottage in Mevagissey, Cornwall, South West England

Cosy Cottage, Mevagissey

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Cosy Cottage self catering accommodation in Mevagissey, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Cosy Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cosy Cottage start from £250 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cosy Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

The Loft at Stone Cross in Slaidburn, Lancashire, North West England

The Loft at Stone Cross, Slaidburn

Breaks in LancashireNorth West England

The Loft at Stone Cross self catering accommodation in Slaidburn, Lancashire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at The Loft at Stone Cross start from £265 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Loft at Stone Cross


Sleeps 2 Garden

Chapel Cottage in Hutton-Le-Hole, North Yorkshire, North East England

Chapel Cottage, Hutton-Le-Hole

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

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


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

Gamekeepers Cottage in Chatton, Northumberland, North East England

Gamekeepers Cottage, Chatton

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

Gamekeepers Cottage self catering accommodation in Chatton, Northumberland sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Gamekeepers Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Gamekeepers Cottage start from £247 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Gamekeepers Cottage


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

The Snug in Gargrave, North Yorkshire, North East England

The Snug, Gargrave

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

The Snug self catering accommodation in Gargrave, North Yorkshire sleeps 4. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Snug start from £273 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Snug


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

Fallowfield Cottage in Cahir, County Tipperary, Ireland South

Fallowfield Cottage, Cahir

Breaks in County TipperaryIreland South

Fallowfield Cottage in Ireland South has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Fallowfield Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Fallowfield Cottage start from £173 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fallowfield Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

2 Swinton Hill Farm Cottage in Swinton, Berwickshire, Borders Scotland

2 Swinton Hill Farm Cottage, Swinton

Breaks in BerwickshireBorders Scotland

2 Swinton Hill Farm Cottage self catering accommodation in Swinton, Berwickshire sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at 2 Swinton Hill Farm Cottage start from £355 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 Swinton Hill Farm Cottage


Sleeps 8 Garden Open fire or wood burner

 

 

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