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

Castlebellingham in East Coast, County Louth, Ireland-East

Castlebellingham, East Coast

Breaks in County LouthIreland-East

Castlebellingham self catering accommodation in East Coast, County Louth sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Castlebellingham start from £286 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Castlebellingham


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Carraroe in Galway Bay, County Galway, Ireland-West

Carraroe, Galway Bay

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Carraroe self catering accommodation in Galway Bay, County Galway sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Carraroe is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Carraroe start from £224 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Carraroe


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by

Moon River in Dartmouth, Devon, South West England

Moon River, Dartmouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Moon River self catering accommodation in Dartmouth, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Moon River start from £437 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Moon River customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Moon River


Sleeps 6 Games room Moon River Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Old Armoury in Fort Augustus, Inverness-shire, Highlands Scotland

The Old Armoury, Fort Augustus

Breaks in Inverness-shireHighlands Scotland

The Old Armoury self catering accommodation in Fort Augustus, Inverness-shire sleeps 4. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . Activities close by include golf . Prices at The Old Armoury start from £326 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Armoury


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Golf close by Easy walking close by

Terrace Apartment in Hillfield, Devon, South West England

Terrace Apartment, Hillfield

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Terrace Apartment self catering accommodation in Hillfield, Devon sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Prices at Terrace Apartment start from £420 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Terrace Apartment customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Terrace Apartment


Sleeps 4 Internet WIFI available Games room Luxury self catering Terrace Apartment Customer Feedback and Reviews

Bryn Rhydd in Colwyn Bay, Conwy, North Wales

Bryn Rhydd, Colwyn Bay

Breaks in ConwyNorth Wales

Bryn Rhydd self catering accommodation in Colwyn Bay, 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. Bryn Rhydd is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Bryn Rhydd does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bryn Rhydd start from £372 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bryn Rhydd


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

The Barn in Navan, County Meath, Ireland-East

The Barn, Navan

Breaks in County MeathIreland-East

The Barn self catering accommodation in Navan, County Meath sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. The Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Barn start from £323 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Barn


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

Miltown in Lakes of Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Miltown, Lakes of Killarney

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Miltown self catering accommodation in Lakes of Killarney, County Kerry sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf fishing . Miltown does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Miltown start from £191 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Miltown


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Open fire or wood burner

Glenties in Glenties, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Glenties, Glenties

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Glenties self catering accommodation in Glenties, County Donegal sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include fishing . Glenties does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Glenties start from £123 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glenties


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Fishing close by

Lismore in Blackwater Valley, County Waterford, Ireland-South

Lismore, Blackwater Valley

Breaks in County WaterfordIreland-South

Lismore self catering accommodation in Blackwater Valley, County Waterford sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Lismore does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Lismore start from £321 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lismore


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Golf close by Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

 

 

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 9961 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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