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

Prus Cottage in Sedbergh, Cumbria, North West England

Prus Cottage, Sedbergh

Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England

Prus Cottage self catering accommodation in Sedbergh, Cumbria sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Prus Cottage start from £237 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Prus Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden

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

Hillcrest in Glenbeigh, County Kerry, Ireland South

Hillcrest, Glenbeigh

Breaks in County KerryIreland South

Hillcrest self catering accommodation in Glenbeigh, County Kerry sleeps 12. This 6 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Hillcrest start from £326 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hillcrest


Sleeps 10 or more Garden Open fire or wood burner

East Stonelea in Aysgarth, North Yorkshire, North East England

East Stonelea, Aysgarth

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

East Stonelea self catering accommodation in Aysgarth, North Yorkshire sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . East Stonelea does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at East Stonelea start from £254 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about East Stonelea


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Bay Cottage in Gurnard, Isle of Wight, South East England

Bay Cottage, Gurnard

Breaks in Isle of WightSouth East England

Bay Cottage self catering accommodation in Gurnard, Isle of Wight sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Bay Cottage start from £268 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bay Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden

17 Dartmoor in Gunnislake, Cornwall, South West England

17 Dartmoor, Gunnislake

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

17 Dartmoor self catering accommodation in Gunnislake, Cornwall sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool . Prices at 17 Dartmoor start from £355 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 17 Dartmoor


Sleeps 8 Indoor pool Garden

Adelaide in Whippingham, Isle of Wight, South East England

Adelaide, Whippingham

Breaks in Isle of WightSouth East England

Adelaide self catering accommodation in Whippingham, Isle of Wight sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Adelaide start from £308 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Adelaide


Sleeps 6 Garden

Dolphin Cottage in Flookburgh, Cumbria, North West England

Dolphin Cottage, Flookburgh

Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England

Dolphin Cottage self catering accommodation in Flookburgh, Cumbria sleeps 12. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Dolphin Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Dolphin Cottage start from £487 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Dolphin Cottage


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

Manifold View in Longnor, Staffordshire, Central England

Manifold View, Longnor

Breaks in StaffordshireCentral England

Manifold View self catering accommodation in Longnor, Staffordshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Four poster bed . Manifold View does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Manifold View start from £353 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Manifold View


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden

5 Station House in Castlegregory, County Kerry, Ireland South

5 Station House, Castlegregory

Breaks in County KerryIreland South

5 Station House self catering accommodation in Castlegregory, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . 5 Station House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 5 Station House start from £209 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 5 Station House


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly 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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