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

Woodpecker Loft in East Anstey, Devon, South West England

Woodpecker Loft, East Anstey

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Woodpecker Loft self catering accommodation in East Anstey, Devon sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Woodpecker Loft does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Woodpecker Loft start from £278 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Woodpecker Loft


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

The Friendly Room in Austwick , North Yorkshire, North East England

The Friendly Room, Austwick

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

The Friendly Room self catering accommodation in Austwick , North Yorkshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Friendly Room start from £247 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Friendly Room


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available

Seaview Apartment in Alnmouth, Northumberland, North East England

Seaview Apartment, Alnmouth

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

Seaview Apartment self catering accommodation in Alnmouth, Northumberland sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Seaview Apartment does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Seaview Apartment start from £360 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Seaview Apartment


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

Bay Flat in Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire, South Wales

Bay Flat, Saundersfoot

Breaks in PembrokeshireSouth Wales

Bay Flat self catering accommodation in Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire sleeps 7. This 4 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Prices at Bay Flat start from £444 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bay Flat


Sleeps 6 Internet WIFI available

Poldark Cottage in Helston, Cornwall, South West England

Poldark Cottage, Helston

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Poldark Cottage self catering accommodation in Helston, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Poldark Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Poldark Cottage start from £289 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Poldark Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

The Stall in Llanmorlais, West Glamorgan, South Wales

The Stall, Llanmorlais

Breaks in West GlamorganSouth Wales

The Stall self catering accommodation in Llanmorlais, West Glamorgan sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . The Stall does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Stall start from £290 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Stall


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

Mullinderry House in Foulksmills, County Wexford, Ireland South

Mullinderry House, Foulksmills

Breaks in County WexfordIreland South

Mullinderry House in Ireland South has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Mullinderry House start from £303 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mullinderry House


Sleeps 8 Fishing close by Garden Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

Rockview House in Charlestown, County Mayo, Ireland West

Rockview House, Charlestown

Breaks in County MayoIreland West

Rockview House self catering accommodation in Charlestown, County Mayo sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Rockview House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Rockview House start from £202 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rockview House


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Farmhouse in Newborough, Isle of Anglesey, North Wales

Farmhouse, Newborough

Breaks in Isle of AngleseyNorth Wales

Farmhouse self catering accommodation in Newborough, Isle of Anglesey sleeps 8. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Farmhouse does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Farmhouse start from £396 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Farmhouse


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Rose Cottage in Niton, Isle of Wight, South East England

Rose Cottage, Niton

Breaks in Isle of WightSouth East England

Rose Cottage self catering accommodation in Niton, Isle of Wight sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Rose Cottage start from £385 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rose Cottage


Sleeps 6 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