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

Muncaster View in Ravenglass, Cumbria, North West England

Muncaster View, Ravenglass

Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England

Muncaster View self catering accommodation in Ravenglass, Cumbria sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Muncaster View does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Muncaster View start from £256 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Muncaster View


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Valley View in Howle Hill, Herefordshire, West England

Valley View, Howle Hill

Breaks in HerefordshireWest England

Valley View self catering accommodation in Howle Hill, Herefordshire sleeps 4. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Valley View start from £337 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Valley View


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Narin House Apartment in Portnoo, County Donegal, Ireland North

Narin House Apartment, Portnoo

Breaks in County DonegalIreland North

Narin House Apartment self catering accommodation in Portnoo, County Donegal sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Narin House Apartment start from £244 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Narin House Apartment


Sleeps 6 Garden

Lime Tree Lodge in Swarland, Northumberland, North East England

Lime Tree Lodge, Swarland

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

Lime Tree Lodge 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 . Prices at Lime Tree Lodge start from £405 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lime Tree Lodge


Sleeps 6 Garden Luxury self catering

Atlantic View in Kilbrittain, County Cork, Ireland South

Atlantic View, Kilbrittain

Breaks in County CorkIreland South

Atlantic View self catering accommodation in Kilbrittain, County Cork sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Atlantic View does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Atlantic View start from £201 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Atlantic View


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

5 Ribble Terrace in Settle, North Yorkshire, North East England

5 Ribble Terrace, Settle

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

5 Ribble Terrace self catering accommodation in Settle, North Yorkshire sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at 5 Ribble Terrace start from £275 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 5 Ribble Terrace


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Thatch in Spiddal, County Galway, Ireland West

The Thatch, Spiddal

Breaks in County GalwayIreland West

The Thatch self catering accommodation in Spiddal, County Galway sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . The Thatch does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Thatch start from £199 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Thatch


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Bull Barn in Alberbury, Shropshire, West England

The Bull Barn, Alberbury

Breaks in ShropshireWest England

The Bull Barn self catering accommodation in Alberbury, Shropshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Hot Tub Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Bull Barn start from £420 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Bull Barn


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Hot tub Games room

Hallams Yard in Skipton, North Yorkshire, North East England

Hallams Yard, Skipton

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Hallams Yard self catering accommodation in Skipton, North Yorkshire sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Hallams Yard start from £287 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hallams Yard


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

Ocean View in Doonbeg, County Clare, Ireland West

Ocean View, Doonbeg

Breaks in County ClareIreland West

Ocean View self catering accommodation in Doonbeg, County Clare sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Ocean View does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ocean View start from £238 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ocean View


Sleeps 6 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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