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

Kintillo in Dunvegan, Isle of Skye, Highlands Scotland

Kintillo, Dunvegan

Breaks in Isle of SkyeHighlands Scotland

Kintillo self catering accommodation in Dunvegan, Isle of Skye sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Kintillo does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Kintillo start from £285 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kintillo


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

Castle Island Cottage in Schull, County Cork, Ireland South

Castle Island Cottage, Schull

Breaks in County CorkIreland South

Castle Island Cottage self catering accommodation in Schull, County Cork sleeps 7. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Castle Island Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Castle Island Cottage start from £307 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Castle Island Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Brewhouse in Bridgnorth, Shropshire, West England

The Brewhouse, Bridgnorth

Breaks in ShropshireWest England

The Brewhouse self catering accommodation in Bridgnorth, Shropshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . The Brewhouse does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Brewhouse start from £240 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Brewhouse


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

Pine Cottage in Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire, North West England

Pine Cottage, Poulton-Le-Fylde

Breaks in LancashireNorth West England

Pine Cottage self catering accommodation in Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Pine Cottage start from £280 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pine Cottage


Sleeps 6 Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available

Ysgubor Hir in Pontarddulais, West Glamorgan, South Wales

Ysgubor Hir, Pontarddulais

Breaks in West GlamorganSouth Wales

Ysgubor Hir self catering accommodation in Pontarddulais, West Glamorgan sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Ysgubor Hir start from £282 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ysgubor Hir


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available

Honeypot in Litton, North Yorkshire, North West England

Honeypot, Litton

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth West England

Honeypot in North West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Four poster bed Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Prices at Honeypot start from £286 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Honeypot


Sleeps 2 Indoor pool Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Cnoc Dubh Cottage in Kiltimagh, County Mayo, Ireland West

Cnoc Dubh Cottage, Kiltimagh

Breaks in County MayoIreland West

Cnoc Dubh Cottage self catering accommodation in Kiltimagh, County Mayo sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Cnoc Dubh Cottage start from £212 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cnoc Dubh Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Stamp Office in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, North West England

The Stamp Office, Hebden Bridge

Breaks in West YorkshireNorth West England

The Stamp Office self catering accommodation in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. The Stamp Office does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Stamp Office start from £298 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Stamp Office


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Belle Hill Cottage in Giggleswick, North Yorkshire, North East England

Belle Hill Cottage, Giggleswick

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Belle Hill Cottage self catering accommodation in Giggleswick, North Yorkshire sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Prices at Belle Hill Cottage start from £307 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Belle Hill Cottage


Sleeps 4 Internet WIFI available

Slieve Elva Cottage in Lisdoonvarna, County Clare, Ireland West

Slieve Elva Cottage, Lisdoonvarna

Breaks in County ClareIreland West

Slieve Elva Cottage self catering accommodation in Lisdoonvarna, County Clare sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Slieve Elva Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Slieve Elva Cottage start from £182 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Slieve Elva Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

 

 

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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