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

Kilnaleck in Lake County, County Cavan, Ireland-East

Kilnaleck, Lake County

Breaks in County CavanIreland-East

Kilnaleck self catering accommodation in Lake County, County Cavan sleeps 12. This 6 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Kilnaleck does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Kilnaleck start from £450 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kilnaleck


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Little Croft in Goonhavern, Cornwall, South West England

Little Croft, Goonhavern

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Little Croft self catering accommodation in Goonhavern, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Little Croft does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Little Croft start from £333 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Little Croft


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

Lahinch in Seaside Resort, County Clare, Ireland-West

Lahinch, Seaside Resort

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Lahinch self catering accommodation in Seaside Resort, County Clare sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Lahinch is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Lahinch start from £196 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lahinch


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

Swallow Barn in Advent, Cornwall, South West England

Swallow Barn, Advent

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Swallow Barn self catering accommodation in Advent, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Swallow Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Swallow Barn start from £283 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Swallow Barn


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

The Stables ( Capton ) in Dartmouth, Devon, South West England

The Stables ( Capton ), Dartmouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Stables ( Capton ) self catering accommodation in Dartmouth, Devon sleeps 6. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . The Stables ( Capton ) does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Stables ( Capton ) start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Stables ( Capton )


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Open fire or wood burner Games room

Ennis in Market Town, County Clare, Ireland-West

Ennis, Market Town

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Ennis self catering accommodation in Market Town, County Clare sleeps 3. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Prices at Ennis start from £150 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ennis


Sleeps 2

Angelwood in Dartmouth, Devon, South West England

Angelwood, Dartmouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Angelwood self catering accommodation in Dartmouth, Devon sleeps 6. This Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Prices at Angelwood start from £600 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Angelwood


Sleeps 6 Internet WIFI available

Carneggan Barn in Lanteglos, Cornwall, South West England

Carneggan Barn, Lanteglos

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Carneggan Barn self catering accommodation in Lanteglos, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Holiday Home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Carneggan Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Carneggan Barn start from £467 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Carneggan Barn


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Cratloe in River Shannon, County Clare, Ireland-West

Cratloe, River Shannon

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Cratloe self catering accommodation in River Shannon, County Clare sleeps 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Cratloe start from £253 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cratloe


Sleeps 6 Golf close by

Spanish Point in Atlantic Coast, County Clare, Ireland-West

Spanish Point, Atlantic Coast

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Spanish Point self catering accommodation in Atlantic Coast, County Clare sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Spanish Point is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Spanish Point does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Spanish Point start from £279 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Spanish Point


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Open fire or wood burner

 

 

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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