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

Carpenters Cottage in Holt, Norfolk, East England

Carpenters Cottage, Holt

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Carpenters Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Carpenters Cottage start from £281 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Carpenters Cottage


Sleeps 4

Barn Cottage in Hinderwell, North Yorkshire, North East England

Barn Cottage, Hinderwell

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Barn Cottage self catering accommodation in Hinderwell, North Yorkshire sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Barn Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Barn Cottage start from £275 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Barn Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Copper Cottage in Riccall , North Yorkshire, North East England

Copper Cottage, Riccall

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Copper Cottage in North East England 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 . Copper Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Copper Cottage start from £350 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Copper Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Luxury self catering

The Nook in Embleton, Northumberland, North East England

The Nook, Embleton

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

The Nook in North East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at The Nook start from £261 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Nook


Sleeps 2

The Moot in Ireby, Cumbria, North West England

The Moot, Ireby

Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England

The Moot self catering accommodation in Ireby, Cumbria sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . The Moot does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Moot start from £303 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Moot


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Long Barn in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland, North East England

The Long Barn, Berwick-Upon-Tweed

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

The Long Barn self catering accommodation in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. The Long Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Long Barn start from £336 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Long Barn


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Old School House in Thornton-Le-Moor, North Yorkshire, North East England

Old School House, Thornton-Le-Moor

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Old School House self catering accommodation in Thornton-Le-Moor, North Yorkshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Old School House start from £296 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Old School House


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

1 Tirlaughan Brae in Carrigart, County Donegal, Ireland North

1 Tirlaughan Brae, Carrigart

Breaks in County DonegalIreland North

1 Tirlaughan Brae self catering accommodation in Carrigart, County Donegal sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at 1 Tirlaughan Brae start from £252 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 Tirlaughan Brae


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Pixie Cottage in Thorney, Cambridgeshire, East England

Pixie Cottage, Thorney

Breaks in CambridgeshireEast England

Pixie Cottage self catering accommodation in Thorney, Cambridgeshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . Prices at Pixie Cottage start from £227 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pixie Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden

The George in Bettws Cedewain, Powys, Mid Wales

The George, Bettws Cedewain

Breaks in PowysMid Wales

The George self catering accommodation in Bettws Cedewain, Powys sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Lodge is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Hot Tub Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at The George start from £355 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The George


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner Hot tub

 

 

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