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

Beachmaster in Kingsdown, Kent, South East England

Beachmaster, Kingsdown

Breaks in KentSouth East England

Beachmaster self catering accommodation in Kingsdown, Kent sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Prices at Beachmaster start from £339 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beachmaster


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Garden Internet WIFI available

Grist Mill Cottage in Fontmell Magna, Dorset, South West England

Grist Mill Cottage, Fontmell Magna

Breaks in DorsetSouth West England

Grist Mill Cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Grist Mill Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Grist Mill Cottage start from £302 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Grist Mill Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

Midfeather Cottage in Edale, Derbyshire, Central England

Midfeather Cottage, Edale

Breaks in DerbyshireCentral England

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


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

Nanas House in Allihies, County Cork, Ireland South

Nanas House, Allihies

Breaks in County CorkIreland South

Nanas House self catering accommodation in Allihies, County Cork sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Nanas House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Nanas House start from £178 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Nanas House


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Woodpecker Loft in East Anstey, Devon, South West England

Woodpecker Loft, East Anstey

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Woodpecker Loft self catering accommodation in East Anstey, Devon sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Woodpecker Loft does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Woodpecker Loft start from £278 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Woodpecker Loft


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Rose Cottage in Berwick St John, Wiltshire, South West England

Rose Cottage, Berwick St John

Breaks in WiltshireSouth West England

Rose Cottage in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Rose Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Rose Cottage start from £274 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rose Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

The Old Post Office in Alnmouth, Northumberland, North East England

The Old Post Office, Alnmouth

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

The Old Post Office self catering accommodation in Alnmouth, Northumberland sleeps 12. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. The Old Post Office does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Old Post Office start from £995 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Post Office


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Games room

Old Cottage in Nateby, Cumbria, North West England

Old Cottage, Nateby

Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England

Old Cottage self catering accommodation in Nateby, Cumbria sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Old Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Old Cottage start from £208 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Old Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Primrose Cottage in Hornsea, East Yorkshire, North East England

Primrose Cottage, Hornsea

Breaks in East YorkshireNorth East England

Primrose 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: Garden . It also has Internet access. Primrose Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Primrose Cottage start from £271 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Primrose Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Dale Cottage in Youlgreave, Derbyshire, Central England

Dale Cottage, Youlgreave

Breaks in DerbyshireCentral England

Dale Cottage self catering accommodation in Youlgreave, Derbyshire 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. Dale Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Dale Cottage start from £259 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Dale Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden 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 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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