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

Louisburgh in Atlantic Coast, County Mayo, Ireland-West

Louisburgh, Atlantic Coast

Breaks in County MayoIreland-West

Louisburgh self catering accommodation in Atlantic Coast, County Mayo sleeps 19. This 8 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Louisburgh is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Louisburgh does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Louisburgh start from £729 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Louisburgh


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Internet WIFI available

Skibbereen in Skibbereen, County Cork, Ireland-South

Skibbereen, Skibbereen

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Skibbereen self catering accommodation in Skibbereen, County Cork sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Skibbereen start from £321 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Skibbereen


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

6 Chichester Court in Hope Cove, Devon, South West England

6 Chichester Court, Hope Cove

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

6 Chichester Court self catering accommodation in Hope Cove, Devon sleeps 5. This Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . 6 Chichester Court is close to the beach. Prices at 6 Chichester Court start from £402 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 6 Chichester Court


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Games room

Tully in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland-West

Tully, Connemara

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Tully self catering accommodation in Connemara, County Galway sleeps 9. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Tully is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Tully start from £247 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tully


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Woodland Cottage in Romansleigh, Devon, South West England

Woodland Cottage, Romansleigh

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Woodland Cottage self catering accommodation in Romansleigh, Devon sleeps 2. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Woodland Cottage start from £326 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Woodland Cottage


Sleeps 2 Ideal for a romantic break Easy walking close by

Ballylickey in Beara Peninsula, County Cork, Ireland-South

Ballylickey, Beara Peninsula

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Ballylickey self catering accommodation in Beara Peninsula, County Cork sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Ballylickey start from £306 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballylickey


Sleeps 6

Shipwrights in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Shipwrights, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Shipwrights self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Shipwrights is close to the beach. Prices at Shipwrights start from £585 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Shipwrights customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Shipwrights


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Games room Shipwrights Customer Feedback and Reviews

Keepers Cottage 2 in Hillfield, Devon, South West England

Keepers Cottage 2, Hillfield

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Keepers Cottage 2 self catering accommodation in Hillfield, Devon sleeps 4. This luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Keepers Cottage 2 start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Keepers Cottage 2 customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Keepers Cottage 2


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Games room Luxury self catering Keepers Cottage 2 Customer Feedback and Reviews

3 Thurlestone Rock Mews in Kingsbridge, Devon, South West England

3 Thurlestone Rock Mews, Kingsbridge

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

3 Thurlestone Rock Mews self catering accommodation in Kingsbridge, Devon sleeps 4. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . 3 Thurlestone Rock Mews is close to the beach. Prices at 3 Thurlestone Rock Mews start from £425 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 3 Thurlestone Rock Mews customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 3 Thurlestone Rock Mews


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Games room 3 Thurlestone Rock Mews Customer Feedback and Reviews

1 The Coach House in Hallsands, Devon, South West England

1 The Coach House, Hallsands

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

1 The Coach House self catering accommodation in Hallsands, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. 1 The Coach House is close to the beach. Prices at 1 The Coach House start from £542 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 1 The Coach House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 1 The Coach House


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available 1 The Coach House Customer Feedback and Reviews

 

 

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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