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

Bunacurry in Achill Island, County Mayo, Ireland-West

Bunacurry, Achill Island

Breaks in County MayoIreland-West

Bunacurry self catering accommodation in Achill Island, County Mayo sleeps 14. This 7 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Bunacurry is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Bunacurry does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bunacurry start from £573 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bunacurry


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

Little Hillside in Dartmouth, Devon, South West England

Little Hillside, Dartmouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Little Hillside self catering accommodation in Dartmouth, Devon sleeps 4. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Little Hillside does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Little Hillside start from £343 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Little Hillside


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

7 Glenthorne House in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

7 Glenthorne House, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

7 Glenthorne House self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached . It also has Internet access. 7 Glenthorne House is close to the beach. Prices at 7 Glenthorne House start from £416 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 7 Glenthorne House


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

The Royal Crescent Garden Apartment in Bath, Somerset, South West England

The Royal Crescent Garden Apartment, Bath

Breaks in SomersetSouth West England

The Royal Crescent Garden Apartment self catering accommodation in Bath, Somerset sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Royal Crescent Garden Apartment start from £483 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Royal Crescent Garden Apartment


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Easy walking close by

Annascaul in Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Annascaul, Dingle Peninsula

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Annascaul self catering accommodation in Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 4 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Annascaul is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Annascaul does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Annascaul start from £170 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Annascaul


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

Moorview in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Moorview, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Moorview self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 6. This Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays . Moorview is close to the beach. Prices at Moorview start from £345 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Moorview


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Games room

Glenmalure in Wicklow Mountains, County Wicklow, Ireland-East

Glenmalure, Wicklow Mountains

Breaks in County WicklowIreland-East

Glenmalure self catering accommodation in Wicklow Mountains, County Wicklow sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Glenmalure start from £291 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glenmalure


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Golf close by

Kilkeel in Carlingford Lough, County Down, Ireland-North

Kilkeel, Carlingford Lough

Breaks in County DownIreland-North

Kilkeel self catering accommodation in Carlingford Lough, County Down sleeps 6. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Kilkeel is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Kilkeel start from £450 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kilkeel


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Omagh in Sperrin Mountains, County Tyrone, Ireland-North

Omagh, Sperrin Mountains

Breaks in County TyroneIreland-North

Omagh self catering accommodation in Sperrin Mountains, County Tyrone sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Omagh start from £313 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Omagh


Sleeps 4 Golf close by

Moore Cottage in Bourton on the Water, Gloucestershire, South West England

Moore Cottage, Bourton on the Water

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Moore Cottage self catering accommodation in Bourton on the Water, Gloucestershire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Moore Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Moore Cottage start from £346 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Moore Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Easy walking 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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