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

5 Cae Glas in Penmaenmawr, Conwy, North Wales

5 Cae Glas, Penmaenmawr

Breaks in ConwyNorth Wales

5 Cae Glas self catering accommodation in Penmaenmawr, Conwy 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. 5 Cae Glas does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 5 Cae Glas start from £266 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 5 Cae Glas


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

The Hares Leap in Westport, County Mayo, Ireland West

The Hares Leap, Westport

Breaks in County MayoIreland West

The Hares Leap self catering accommodation in Westport, County Mayo sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . The Hares Leap does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Hares Leap start from £188 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Hares Leap


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Coach House in Charminster, Dorset, South West England

The Coach House, Charminster

Breaks in DorsetSouth West England

The Coach House self catering accommodation in Charminster, Dorset sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at The Coach House start from £336 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Coach House


Sleeps 4 Garden

Ash Cottage in Penysarn, Gwynedd, North Wales

Ash Cottage, Penysarn

Breaks in GwyneddNorth Wales

Ash Cottage self catering accommodation in Penysarn, Gwynedd sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Ash Cottage start from £293 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ash Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

Daisy Cottage in Tinahely, County Wicklow, Ireland East

Daisy Cottage, Tinahely

Breaks in County WicklowIreland East

Daisy Cottage self catering accommodation in Tinahely, County Wicklow sleeps 3. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Daisy Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Daisy Cottage start from £240 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Daisy Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Mulgrave Cottage in Port Mulgrave, North Yorkshire, North East England

Mulgrave Cottage, Port Mulgrave

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Mulgrave Cottage self catering accommodation in Port Mulgrave, North Yorkshire sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Mulgrave Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Mulgrave Cottage start from £259 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mulgrave Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Birch Cottage in Crathie, Aberdeenshire, East Scotland

Birch Cottage, Crathie

Breaks in AberdeenshireEast Scotland

Birch Cottage self catering accommodation in Crathie, Aberdeenshire sleeps 10. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Birch Cottage start from £559 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Birch Cottage


Sleeps 10 or more Fishing close by Garden Open fire or wood burner

Beach House 2 in Portnoo, County Donegal, Ireland North

Beach House 2, Portnoo

Breaks in County DonegalIreland North

Beach House 2 self catering accommodation in Portnoo, County Donegal sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Beach House 2 start from £192 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beach House 2


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Ridge Cottage in Whitridge, Northumberland, North East England

Ridge Cottage, Whitridge

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

Ridge Cottage self catering accommodation in Whitridge, Northumberland sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Ridge Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ridge Cottage start from £259 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ridge Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

Bowood Barn in Great Torrington, Devon, South West England

Bowood Barn, Great Torrington

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Bowood Barn in South 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 Open Fire/woodburner . Bowood Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bowood Barn start from £275 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bowood Barn


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

 

 

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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