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

Embleton Cottage in Embleton, Northumberland, North East England

Embleton Cottage, Embleton

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

Embleton Cottage in North East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Embleton Cottage start from £323 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Embleton Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

The Loft in Annan, Dumfries and Galloway, South West Scotland

The Loft, Annan

Breaks in Dumfries and GallowaySouth West Scotland

The Loft in South West Scotland has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Hot Tub . The Loft does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Loft start from £269 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Loft


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Hot tub Games room

Penrhyn House in Cwm Penmachno, Conwy, North Wales

Penrhyn House, Cwm Penmachno

Breaks in ConwyNorth Wales

Penrhyn House self catering accommodation in Cwm Penmachno, 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. Prices at Penrhyn House start from £261 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Penrhyn House


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Chapel House in Llanddeusant, Isle of Anglesey, North Wales

Chapel House, Llanddeusant

Breaks in Isle of AngleseyNorth Wales

Chapel House self catering accommodation in Llanddeusant, Isle of Anglesey sleeps 8. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Chapel House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Chapel House start from £305 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Chapel House


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Caise Geal in Kilcrohane, County Cork, Ireland South

Caise Geal, Kilcrohane

Breaks in County CorkIreland South

Caise Geal self catering accommodation in Kilcrohane, County Cork sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Caise Geal does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Caise Geal start from £231 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Caise Geal


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Stables in Edale, Derbyshire, Central England

The Stables, Edale

Breaks in DerbyshireCentral England

The Stables self catering accommodation in Edale, Derbyshire sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Stables start from £340 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Stables


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

Corner Cottage in Cropton, North Yorkshire, North East England

Corner Cottage, Cropton

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Corner Cottage self catering accommodation in Cropton, North Yorkshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Corner Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Corner Cottage start from £281 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Corner Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Up River House in Skibbereen, County Cork, Ireland South

Up River House, Skibbereen

Breaks in County CorkIreland South

Up River House in Ireland South has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 7. This 4 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Up River House start from £382 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Up River House


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

The Como Apartment in Buxton, Derbyshire, Central England

The Como Apartment, Buxton

Breaks in DerbyshireCentral England

The Como Apartment self catering accommodation in Buxton, Derbyshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at The Como Apartment start from £220 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Como Apartment


Sleeps 2 Garden

The Old Coach House Studio in Thornton-Le-Dale, East Yorkshire, North East England

The Old Coach House Studio, Thornton-Le-Dale

Breaks in East YorkshireNorth East England

The Old Coach House Studio self catering accommodation in Thornton-Le-Dale, East Yorkshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at The Old Coach House Studio start from £265 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Coach House Studio


Sleeps 2 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