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

The Old Coastguard Lookout in Cove, Berwickshire, Borders Scotland

The Old Coastguard Lookout, Cove

Breaks in BerwickshireBorders Scotland

The Old Coastguard Lookout self catering accommodation in Cove, Berwickshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at The Old Coastguard Lookout start from £247 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Coastguard Lookout


Sleeps 4

Hayloft Cottage in Staintondale, North Yorkshire, North East England

Hayloft Cottage, Staintondale

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Hayloft Cottage self catering accommodation in Staintondale, North Yorkshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Hayloft Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Hayloft Cottage start from £327 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hayloft Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

Cow Byre Cottage in Charlton, Wiltshire, South West England

Cow Byre Cottage, Charlton

Breaks in WiltshireSouth West England

Cow Byre Cottage self catering accommodation in Charlton, Wiltshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Cow Byre Cottage start from £265 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cow Byre Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden

The Byre in Smeeth, Kent, South East England

The Byre, Smeeth

Breaks in KentSouth East England

The Byre self catering accommodation in Smeeth, Kent sleeps 4. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at The Byre start from £276 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Byre


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Fishing close by Garden

The Roundhouse in Stratton-On-The-Fosse, Somerset, South West England

The Roundhouse, Stratton-On-The-Fosse

Breaks in SomersetSouth West England

The Roundhouse self catering accommodation in Stratton-On-The-Fosse, Somerset sleeps 4. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Four poster bed . Prices at The Roundhouse start from £280 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Roundhouse


Sleeps 4 Garden

The Arbour in Gargrave, North Yorkshire, North East England

The Arbour, Gargrave

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

The Arbour self catering accommodation in Gargrave, North Yorkshire sleeps 4. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Arbour start from £273 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Arbour


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

Hill Farm Cottage in Freshwater, Isle of Wight, South East England

Hill Farm Cottage, Freshwater

Breaks in Isle of WightSouth East England

Hill Farm Cottage self catering accommodation in Freshwater, Isle of Wight sleeps 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Hill Farm Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Hill Farm Cottage start from £464 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hill Farm Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Braeside in Cannich, Inverness-shire, Highlands Scotland

Braeside, Cannich

Breaks in Inverness-shireHighlands Scotland

Braeside self catering accommodation in Cannich, Inverness-shire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Braeside start from £273 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Braeside


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Cwm Bedw Farmhouse in Abbeycwmhir, Powys, Mid Wales

Cwm Bedw Farmhouse, Abbeycwmhir

Breaks in PowysMid Wales

Cwm Bedw Farmhouse self catering accommodation in Abbeycwmhir, Powys sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Cwm Bedw Farmhouse start from £285 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cwm Bedw Farmhouse


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Cornfield Lodge in Northallerton, North Yorkshire, North East England

Cornfield Lodge, Northallerton

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Cornfield Lodge self catering accommodation in Northallerton, North Yorkshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Lodge is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Cornfield Lodge start from £327 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cornfield Lodge


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

 

 

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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