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

No 3 Bronwen Terrace in Harlech, Gwynedd, North Wales

No 3 Bronwen Terrace, Harlech

Breaks in GwyneddNorth Wales

No 3 Bronwen Terrace self catering accommodation in Harlech, Gwynedd sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at No 3 Bronwen Terrace start from £505 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about No 3 Bronwen Terrace


Sleeps 8 Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Shippon in Rhes-Y-Cae, Flintshire, North Wales

The Shippon, Rhes-Y-Cae

Breaks in FlintshireNorth Wales

The Shippon self catering accommodation in Rhes-Y-Cae, Flintshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Shippon start from £252 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Shippon


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

The Willows in Bucknell, Shropshire, West England

The Willows, Bucknell

Breaks in ShropshireWest England

The Willows self catering accommodation in Bucknell, Shropshire sleeps 8. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. The Willows does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Willows start from £315 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Willows


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

Mossy Nook in Bowness, Cumbria, North West England

Mossy Nook, Bowness

Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England

Mossy Nook self catering accommodation in Bowness, Cumbria sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Mossy Nook start from £299 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mossy Nook


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available

Beach View in Benllech, Gwynedd, North Wales

Beach View, Benllech

Breaks in GwyneddNorth Wales

Beach View self catering accommodation in Benllech, Gwynedd sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Beach View does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Beach View start from £291 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beach View


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Drummer Cottage in Skinningrove, North Yorkshire, North East England

Drummer Cottage, Skinningrove

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Drummer Cottage self catering accommodation in Skinningrove, North Yorkshire sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Drummer Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Drummer Cottage start from £229 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Drummer Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

Mountain View in Ardara, County Donegal, Ireland North

Mountain View, Ardara

Breaks in County DonegalIreland North

Mountain View self catering accommodation in Ardara, County Donegal sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Mountain View start from £209 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mountain View


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Poppies in Filey, North Yorkshire, North East England

The Poppies, Filey

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

The Poppies self catering accommodation in Filey, North Yorkshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool . Activities close by include fishing . The Poppies does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Poppies start from £218 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Poppies


Sleeps 2 Indoor pool Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden

Lavender Cottage in Ludlow, Shropshire, West England

Lavender Cottage, Ludlow

Breaks in ShropshireWest England

Lavender Cottage self catering accommodation in Ludlow, Shropshire sleeps 3. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Lavender Cottage start from £275 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lavender Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available

Apple Tree Cottage in Rhos-On-Sea, Conwy, North Wales

Apple Tree Cottage, Rhos-On-Sea

Breaks in ConwyNorth Wales

Apple Tree Cottage self catering accommodation in Rhos-On-Sea, Conwy sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Apple Tree Cottage start from £252 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Apple Tree Cottage


Sleeps 4 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