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.

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

Listowel, North Kerry
Breaks in County KerryIreland-South
Listowel self catering accommodation in North Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Listowel does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Listowel start from £276 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Listowel

Liscannor, Cliffs of Moher
Breaks in County ClareIreland-West
Liscannor self catering accommodation in Cliffs of Moher, County Clare sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Liscannor is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Liscannor does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Liscannor start from £224 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Liscannor

Cong, Lough Mask
Breaks in County MayoIreland-West
Cong self catering accommodation in Lough Mask, County Mayo sleeps 8. This 4 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 Cong start from £373 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cong

14 Dart Marina, Dartmouth
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
14 Dart Marina self catering accommodation in Dartmouth, Devon sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Prices at 14 Dart Marina start from £794 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 14 Dart Marina customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 14 Dart Marina

Haughton Castle - White Lodge, Haughton Castle
Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England
Haughton Castle - White Lodge self catering accommodation in Haughton Castle, Northumberland sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Lodge is a perfect base for your holidays . Haughton Castle - White Lodge does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. ... more about Haughton Castle - White Lodge

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

Lletty and Annexe, Colwyn Bay
Breaks in ConwyNorth Wales
Lletty and Annexe self catering accommodation in Colwyn Bay, Conwy sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Lletty and Annexe is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Lletty and Annexe does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Lletty and Annexe start from £443 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lletty and Annexe

Tregadjack Farmhouse, Sithney
Breaks in CornwallSouth West England
Tregadjack Farmhouse self catering accommodation in Sithney, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Tregadjack Farmhouse is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Tregadjack Farmhouse does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Tregadjack Farmhouse start from £530 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tregadjack Farmhouse

Laxton Fortune, Stoke by Nayland
Breaks in SuffolkEast England
Laxton Fortune self catering accommodation in Stoke by Nayland, Suffolk sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Hot Tub . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Laxton Fortune start from £675 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Laxton Fortune

Westport, Clew Bay
Breaks in County MayoIreland-West
Westport self catering accommodation in Clew Bay, County Mayo sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Westport is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Westport does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Westport start from £238 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Westport
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.
Holiday Cottages North Devon
Holiday Cottages North Cornwall
Holiday Cottages South Cornwall
Holiday Cottages Dorset
Holiday Cottages Somerset
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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