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

Tittle-Tattle in Penzance, Cornwall, South West England

Tittle-Tattle, Penzance

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Tittle-Tattle self catering accommodation in Penzance, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include fishing . Tittle-Tattle does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Tittle-Tattle start from £296 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tittle-Tattle


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Fishing close by

Ardmore in Youghal Bay, County Cork, Ireland-South

Ardmore, Youghal Bay

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Ardmore self catering accommodation in Youghal Bay, County Cork sleeps 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf . Ardmore does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ardmore start from £222 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ardmore


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Golf close by Open fire or wood burner

Blackwater in East Coast, County Wexford, Ireland-South

Blackwater, East Coast

Breaks in County WexfordIreland-South

Blackwater self catering accommodation in East Coast, County Wexford sleeps 10. This 4 bedroom luxury Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Blackwater is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Blackwater start from £269 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Blackwater


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Golf close by Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Glenleigh in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Glenleigh, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Glenleigh self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 7. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Glenleigh is close to the beach. Prices at Glenleigh start from £429 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glenleigh


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Games room

Apartment 14, Combehaven in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Apartment 14, Combehaven, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Apartment 14, Combehaven self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . Apartment 14, Combehaven is close to the beach. Prices at Apartment 14, Combehaven start from £494 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Apartment 14, Combehaven


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Games room

3 The Sail Loft in Dartmouth, Devon, South West England

3 The Sail Loft, Dartmouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

3 The Sail Loft self catering accommodation in Dartmouth, Devon sleeps 4. This Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at 3 The Sail Loft start from £479 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 The Sail Loft


Sleeps 4

Carraroe in Galway Bay, County Galway, Ireland-West

Carraroe, Galway Bay

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Carraroe self catering accommodation in Galway Bay, County Galway sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Carraroe is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Carraroe start from £224 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Carraroe


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by

Sakers Cottage in Sevenoaks, Kent, South East England

Sakers Cottage, Sevenoaks

Breaks in KentSouth East England

Sakers Cottage self catering accommodation in Sevenoaks, Kent sleeps 2. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Sakers Cottage start from £326 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sakers Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden Ideal for a romantic break Easy walking close by

Sneem in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Sneem, Ring of Kerry

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Sneem self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Sneem does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Sneem start from £180 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sneem


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

Ballinrobe in Lough Mask, County Mayo, Ireland-West

Ballinrobe, Lough Mask

Breaks in County MayoIreland-West

Ballinrobe self catering accommodation in Lough Mask, County Mayo sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Ballinrobe start from £238 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballinrobe


Sleeps 4 Golf close by

 

 

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