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

Sail Loft in Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sail Loft, Yarmouth

Breaks in Isle of WightSouth East England

Sail Loft in South East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Sail Loft start from £267 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sail Loft


Sleeps 4

Devlin Apartment in Louisburgh, County Mayo, Ireland West

Devlin Apartment, Louisburgh

Breaks in County MayoIreland West

Devlin Apartment self catering accommodation in Louisburgh, County Mayo sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Devlin Apartment start from £198 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Devlin Apartment


Sleeps 4 Open fire or wood burner

The Little White Cottage in Ruthin, Denbighshire, North Wales

The Little White Cottage, Ruthin

Breaks in DenbighshireNorth Wales

The Little White Cottage self catering accommodation in Ruthin, Denbighshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. The Little White Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Little White Cottage start from £235 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Little White Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Stone Cottage in Waterville, County Kerry, Ireland South

Stone Cottage, Waterville

Breaks in County KerryIreland South

Stone Cottage self catering accommodation in Waterville, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Stone Cottage start from £230 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Stone Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Pasture Cottage in Embsay, North Yorkshire, North East England

Pasture Cottage, Embsay

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Pasture Cottage self catering accommodation in Embsay, 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. Prices at Pasture Cottage start from £242 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pasture Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Blaen Y Cwm in Burry Port, Carmarthenshire, South Wales

Blaen Y Cwm, Burry Port

Breaks in CarmarthenshireSouth Wales

Blaen Y Cwm self catering accommodation in Burry Port, Carmarthenshire sleeps 10. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Blaen Y Cwm does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Blaen Y Cwm start from £402 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Blaen Y Cwm


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

The Barmoor Retreat in Lowick, Northumberland, North East England

The Barmoor Retreat, Lowick

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

The Barmoor Retreat self catering accommodation in Lowick, Northumberland sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Barmoor Retreat start from £270 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Barmoor Retreat


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Raceside Cottage in Kirksanton, Cumbria, North West England

Raceside Cottage, Kirksanton

Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England

Raceside Cottage in North West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 2 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Raceside Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Raceside Cottage start from £254 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Raceside Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Luxury self catering

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

Brookside in Bantry, County Cork, Ireland South

Brookside, Bantry

Breaks in County CorkIreland South

Brookside self catering accommodation in Bantry, County Cork sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Brookside does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Brookside start from £221 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Brookside


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

 

 

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.

Cottage Holiday Favourites