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 Ramparts in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland, North East England

The Ramparts, Berwick-Upon-Tweed

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

The Ramparts self catering accommodation in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . The Ramparts does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Ramparts start from £277 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Ramparts


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly

The Old Dairy in Broadwoodkelly, Devon, South West England

The Old Dairy, Broadwoodkelly

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Old Dairy self catering accommodation in Broadwoodkelly, Devon sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . The Old Dairy does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Old Dairy start from £261 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Dairy


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

Crooks Cottage in Turnditch, Derbyshire, Central England

Crooks Cottage, Turnditch

Breaks in DerbyshireCentral England

Crooks Cottage self catering accommodation in Turnditch, Derbyshire sleeps 10. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Crooks Cottage start from £412 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Crooks Cottage


Sleeps 10 or more Garden

Beach House 1 in Portnoo, County Donegal, Ireland North

Beach House 1, Portnoo

Breaks in County DonegalIreland North

Beach House 1 self catering accommodation in Portnoo, County Donegal sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Beach House 1 start from £244 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beach House 1


Sleeps 8 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Church Cottage in Whitby, North Yorkshire, North East England

Church Cottage, Whitby

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Church Cottage in North East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Church Cottage start from £283 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Church Cottage


Sleeps 4

Sea View Cottage in Duncannon, County Wexford, Ireland South

Sea View Cottage, Duncannon

Breaks in County WexfordIreland South

Sea View Cottage self catering accommodation in Duncannon, County Wexford sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Sea View Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Sea View Cottage start from £243 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sea View Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Apple Tree Cottage in Kinsale, County Cork, Ireland South

Apple Tree Cottage, Kinsale

Breaks in County CorkIreland South

Apple Tree Cottage self catering accommodation in Kinsale, County Cork sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Apple Tree Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Apple Tree Cottage start from £263 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Apple Tree Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Signals Court in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, North East England

Signals Court, Scarborough

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Signals Court self catering accommodation in Scarborough, North Yorkshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Signals Court does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Signals Court start from £287 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Signals Court


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

Barmoor Ridge in Lowick, Northumberland, North East England

Barmoor Ridge, Lowick

Breaks in NorthumberlandNorth East England

Barmoor Ridge in North East 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: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Barmoor Ridge does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Barmoor Ridge start from £313 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Barmoor Ridge


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

Lanes Barn in Glaisdale, North Yorkshire, North East England

Lanes Barn, Glaisdale

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Lanes Barn self catering accommodation in Glaisdale, North Yorkshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Lanes Barn start from £309 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lanes Barn


Sleeps 4 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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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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