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

Ysgubor Uchaf in Newcastle Emlyn, Conwy, North Wales

Ysgubor Uchaf, Newcastle Emlyn

Breaks in ConwyNorth Wales

Ysgubor Uchaf in North Wales has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Ysgubor Uchaf does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ysgubor Uchaf start from £312 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ysgubor Uchaf


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

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

Bwthyn Yr Afon in Benllech, Gwynedd, North Wales

Bwthyn Yr Afon, Benllech

Breaks in GwyneddNorth Wales

Bwthyn Yr Afon self catering accommodation in Benllech, Gwynedd sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . Prices at Bwthyn Yr Afon start from £324 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bwthyn Yr Afon


Sleeps 4 Garden

Alma Cottage in Malton, North Yorkshire, North East England

Alma Cottage, Malton

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Alma Cottage self catering accommodation in Malton, North Yorkshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Alma Cottage start from £240 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Alma Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

The Hem in Alberbury, Shropshire, West England

The Hem, Alberbury

Breaks in ShropshireWest England

The Hem self catering accommodation in Alberbury, Shropshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Hem start from £240 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Hem


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available

Bluebird Cottage in Parwich, Derbyshire, Central England

Bluebird Cottage, Parwich

Breaks in DerbyshireCentral England

Bluebird Cottage self catering accommodation in Parwich, Derbyshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Bluebird Cottage start from £239 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bluebird Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

Bakers Retreat in Ludlow, Shropshire, West England

Bakers Retreat, Ludlow

Breaks in ShropshireWest England

Bakers Retreat self catering accommodation in Ludlow, Shropshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Bakers Retreat start from £280 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bakers Retreat


Sleeps 4 Garden

Ty Pren in St Davids, Pembrokeshire, South Wales

Ty Pren, St Davids

Breaks in PembrokeshireSouth Wales

Ty Pren self catering accommodation in St Davids, Pembrokeshire sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Ty Pren does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ty Pren start from £311 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ty Pren


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

Spout Barn in Shottle, Derbyshire, Central England

Spout Barn, Shottle

Breaks in DerbyshireCentral England

Spout Barn self catering accommodation in Shottle, Derbyshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Spout Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Spout Barn start from £232 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Spout Barn


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

18 Tamar- Honicombe Manor in Gunnislake, Cornwall, South West England

18 Tamar- Honicombe Manor, Gunnislake

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

18 Tamar- Honicombe Manor self catering accommodation in Gunnislake, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at 18 Tamar- Honicombe Manor start from £331 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 18 Tamar- Honicombe Manor


Sleeps 6

 

 

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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