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

The Leverets in Brimpsfield, Gloucestershire, South West England

The Leverets, Brimpsfield

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

The Leverets self catering accommodation in Brimpsfield, Gloucestershire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at The Leverets start from £338 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Leverets


Sleeps 4 Garden

Swallow Cottage in Lealholm, North Yorkshire, North East England

Swallow Cottage, Lealholm

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Swallow Cottage self catering accommodation in Lealholm, North Yorkshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Swallow Cottage start from £286 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Swallow Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden

The Olde Cowshed in Westhope, Shropshire, West England

The Olde Cowshed, Westhope

Breaks in ShropshireWest England

The Olde Cowshed in West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. The Olde Cowshed does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Olde Cowshed start from £282 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Olde Cowshed


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Priestley in York, North Yorkshire, North East England

Priestley, York

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Priestley self catering accommodation in York, North Yorkshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Priestley start from £401 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Priestley


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Games room

Paddock Barn in Ingleton, North Yorkshire, North West Englandd

Paddock Barn, Ingleton

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth West Englandd

Paddock Barn self catering accommodation in Ingleton, North Yorkshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Paddock Barn start from £324 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Paddock Barn


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Eden in Skipton, North Yorkshire, North East England

Eden, Skipton

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Eden self catering accommodation in Skipton, North Yorkshire sleeps 13. This 6 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Hot Tub Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Eden start from £2335 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Eden


Sleeps 10 or more Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Hot tub

Hayne Mill Cottage in Lifton, Devon, South West England

Hayne Mill Cottage, Lifton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Hayne Mill Cottage self catering accommodation in Lifton, Devon sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Hayne Mill Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Hayne Mill Cottage start from £262 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hayne Mill Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

22 Cluain na Greine in Dungarvan, County Waterford, Ireland South

22 Cluain na Greine, Dungarvan

Breaks in County WaterfordIreland South

22 Cluain na Greine self catering accommodation in Dungarvan, County Waterford sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at 22 Cluain na Greine start from £260 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 22 Cluain na Greine


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Pott Hall Barn in Masham, North Yorkshire, North East England

Pott Hall Barn, Masham

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Pott Hall Barn self catering accommodation in Masham, North Yorkshire sleeps 6. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Pott Hall Barn start from £277 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pott Hall Barn


Sleeps 6 Garden

No 2 Coach House in Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham, North East England

No 2 Coach House, Middleton-In-Teesdale

Breaks in County DurhamNorth East England

No 2 Coach House self catering accommodation in Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at No 2 Coach House start from £252 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about No 2 Coach House


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

 

 

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.

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