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

Tara House in Dungloe, County Donegal, Ireland North

Tara House, Dungloe

Breaks in County DonegalIreland North

Tara House self catering accommodation in Dungloe, County Donegal sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Tara House start from £215 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tara House


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Roseville in Ahascragh, County Galway, Ireland West

Roseville, Ahascragh

Breaks in County GalwayIreland West

Roseville self catering accommodation in Ahascragh, County Galway sleeps 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Roseville start from £212 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Roseville


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Brynich Villa in Brecon, Powys, Mid Wales

Brynich Villa, Brecon

Breaks in PowysMid Wales

Brynich Villa self catering accommodation in Brecon, Powys sleeps 12. This 6 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Brynich Villa start from £592 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Brynich Villa


Sleeps 10 or more Garden Internet WIFI available Games room

The Boat in Tregony, Cornwall, South West England

The Boat, Tregony

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

The Boat self catering accommodation in Tregony, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at The Boat start from £351 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Boat


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Pound Cottage in Riccall, North Yorkshire, North East England

Pound Cottage, Riccall

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Pound Cottage in North East 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: Detached Garden . Pound Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Pound Cottage start from £345 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pound Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Luxury self catering

The Barn in Cromford, Derbyshire, Central England

The Barn, Cromford

Breaks in DerbyshireCentral England

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


Sleeps 2 Garden

Fraoch in Waterville, County Kerry, Ireland South

Fraoch, Waterville

Breaks in County KerryIreland South

Fraoch self catering accommodation in Waterville, County Kerry sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Fraoch start from £255 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fraoch


Sleeps 8 Garden Open fire or wood burner

18 Mulberry Street in Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire, Central England

18 Mulberry Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon

Breaks in WarwickshireCentral England

18 Mulberry Street self catering accommodation in Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire 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. 18 Mulberry Street does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 18 Mulberry Street start from £361 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 18 Mulberry Street


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

Swallow Cottage in Durley, Hampshire, South East England

Swallow Cottage, Durley

Breaks in HampshireSouth East England

Swallow Cottage self catering accommodation in Durley, Hampshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Four poster bed Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Swallow Cottage start from £261 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Swallow Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Ebor House in Brompton-By-Sawdon, North Yorkshire, North East England

Ebor House, Brompton-By-Sawdon

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Ebor House self catering accommodation in Brompton-By-Sawdon, North Yorkshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Ebor House start from £312 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ebor House


Sleeps 6 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 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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