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

Sutton House in Westport, County Mayo, Ireland West

Sutton House, Westport

Breaks in County MayoIreland West

Sutton House self catering accommodation in Westport, County Mayo sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Sutton House start from £144 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sutton House


Sleeps 2 Garden

Quince Cottage in Hartland, Devon, South West England

Quince Cottage, Hartland

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Quince Cottage self catering accommodation in Hartland, Devon sleeps 3. This 2 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Quince Cottage start from £262 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Quince Cottage


Sleeps 2 Fishing close by Garden

Millstream in Tintagel, Cornwall, South West England

Millstream, Tintagel

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Millstream in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Millstream start from £276 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Millstream


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available

Trout Cottage in Llanwrthwl, Powys, Mid Wales

Trout Cottage, Llanwrthwl

Breaks in PowysMid Wales

Trout Cottage in Mid Wales has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Trout Cottage start from £225 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Trout Cottage


Sleeps 2 Fishing close by Garden

Driftwood in Filey, North Yorkshire, North East England

Driftwood, Filey

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Driftwood self catering accommodation in Filey, North Yorkshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool . Driftwood does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Driftwood start from £265 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Driftwood


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Pet friendly Garden

Robin Rigg View in Ruthwell, Dumfries and Galloway, South West Scotland

Robin Rigg View, Ruthwell

Breaks in Dumfries and GallowaySouth West Scotland

Robin Rigg View self catering accommodation in Ruthwell, Dumfries and Galloway sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Robin Rigg View start from £345 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Robin Rigg View


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Coast View Cottage in Beadnell, Northumberland, North East England

Coast View Cottage, Beadnell

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

Coast View Cottage self catering accommodation in Beadnell, Northumberland sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Coast View Cottage start from £328 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Coast View Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available

Arfor in New Quay Wales, Ceredigion, Mid Wales

Arfor, New Quay Wales

Breaks in CeredigionMid Wales

Arfor self catering accommodation in New Quay Wales, Ceredigion sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Arfor does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Arfor start from £305 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Arfor


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Lavenna in Alnwick, Northumberland, North East England

Lavenna, Alnwick

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

Lavenna self catering accommodation in Alnwick, Northumberland sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Lavenna start from £265 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lavenna


Sleeps 4

Llys-y-Gân in Fishguard, Pembrokeshire, South Wales

Llys-y-Gân, Fishguard

Breaks in PembrokeshireSouth Wales

Llys-y-Gân in South Wales has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Llys-y-Gân start from £307 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Llys-y-Gân


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available 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

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