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

The Byre in Leighton, Shropshire, West England

The Byre, Leighton

Breaks in ShropshireWest England

The Byre in West England 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 . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Byre start from £244 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Byre


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

The Shippon in Newton-le-Willows, North Yorkshire, North East England

The Shippon, Newton-le-Willows

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

The Shippon in North East England 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 . Prices at The Shippon start from £249 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Shippon


Sleeps 2 Garden Luxury self catering

Cae Cwta Bach in Llangefni, Isle of Anglesey, North Wales

Cae Cwta Bach, Llangefni

Breaks in Isle of AngleseyNorth Wales

Cae Cwta Bach self catering accommodation in Llangefni, Isle of Anglesey sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Cae Cwta Bach start from £232 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cae Cwta Bach


Sleeps 4 Garden

Pen Y Gaer in Llannefydd, Conwy, North Wales

Pen Y Gaer, Llannefydd

Breaks in ConwyNorth Wales

Pen Y Gaer self catering accommodation in Llannefydd, Conwy sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Pen Y Gaer start from £331 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pen Y Gaer


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Sherauchie in Southerness, Dumfries and Galloway, South West Scotland

Sherauchie, Southerness

Breaks in Dumfries and GallowaySouth West Scotland

Sherauchie self catering accommodation in Southerness, Dumfries and Galloway sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Sherauchie does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Sherauchie start from £360 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sherauchie


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden

Millbrook Barn in Llanddewi Skirrid, Monmouthshire, South Wales

Millbrook Barn, Llanddewi Skirrid

Breaks in MonmouthshireSouth Wales

Millbrook Barn self catering accommodation in Llanddewi Skirrid, Monmouthshire sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Millbrook Barn start from £458 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Millbrook Barn


Sleeps 8 Garden Internet WIFI available Games room

Highbury in Tully, County Galway, Ireland West

Highbury, Tully

Breaks in County GalwayIreland West

Highbury self catering accommodation in Tully, County Galway sleeps 6. 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 Highbury start from £206 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Highbury


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

The Barn at Daldorch in Mauchline, Ayrshire, South West Scotland

The Barn at Daldorch, Mauchline

Breaks in AyrshireSouth West Scotland

The Barn at Daldorch self catering accommodation in Mauchline, Ayrshire sleeps 6. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . The Barn at Daldorch does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Barn at Daldorch start from £271 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Barn at Daldorch


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Stable 1 in Llanbedrog, Gwynedd, North Wales

Stable 1, Llanbedrog

Breaks in GwyneddNorth Wales

Stable 1 in North Wales has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Stable 1 start from £251 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Stable 1


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

Beech Lodge in Masham, North Yorkshire, North East England

Beech Lodge, Masham

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Beech Lodge self catering accommodation in Masham, North Yorkshire sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Lodge is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Beech Lodge does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Beech Lodge start from £255 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beech Lodge


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.

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