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

Carrigtohill in Cork City, County Cork, Ireland-South

Carrigtohill, Cork City

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Carrigtohill self catering accommodation in Cork City, County Cork sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Carrigtohill start from £290 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Carrigtohill


Sleeps 6 Golf close by Luxury self catering

Killaloe in Lough Derg, County Clare, Ireland-West

Killaloe, Lough Derg

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Killaloe self catering accommodation in Lough Derg, County Clare sleeps 7. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Killaloe does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Killaloe start from £231 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Killaloe


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

The Penthouse (Woodside) in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

The Penthouse (Woodside), Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Penthouse (Woodside) self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 6. This 2 bedroom luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. The Penthouse (Woodside) is close to the beach. Prices at The Penthouse (Woodside) start from £893 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Penthouse (Woodside) customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Penthouse (Woodside)


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Games room Luxury self catering The Penthouse (Woodside) Customer Feedback and Reviews

Glencar in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Glencar, Ring of Kerry

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Glencar self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 8. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Activities close by include golf fishing . Glencar does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Glencar start from £286 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glencar


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

The Lawns in Sheringham, Norfolk, East England

The Lawns, Sheringham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Lawns self catering accommodation in Sheringham, Norfolk sleeps 10. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. The Lawns is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at The Lawns start from £1200 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Lawns


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

Orchard Cottage in Rainow, Cheshire, North West England

Orchard Cottage, Rainow

Breaks in CheshireNorth West England

Orchard Cottage self catering accommodation in Rainow, Cheshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Orchard Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Orchard Cottage start from £372 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Orchard Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by Games room

Kilkee in Seaside Resort, County Clare, Ireland-West

Kilkee, Seaside Resort

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Kilkee self catering accommodation in Seaside Resort, County Clare sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Kilkee is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Kilkee start from £269 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kilkee


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by

Limavady in Lough Foyle, County Derry, Ireland-North

Limavady, Lough Foyle

Breaks in County DerryIreland-North

Limavady self catering accommodation in Lough Foyle, County Derry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Limavady is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Limavady does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Limavady start from £291 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Limavady


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

Veronica Cottage in Anvil Point Lighthouse, Dorset, South West England

Veronica Cottage, Anvil Point Lighthouse

Breaks in DorsetSouth West England

Veronica Cottage self catering accommodation in Anvil Point Lighthouse, Dorset sleeps 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Veronica Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Veronica Cottage start from £386 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Veronica Cottage


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Ideal for a romantic break

40 Dart Marina in Dart Marina, Devon, South West England

40 Dart Marina, Dart Marina

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

40 Dart Marina self catering accommodation in Dart Marina, Devon sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. 40 Dart Marina is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at 40 Dart Marina start from £585 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 40 Dart Marina


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Golf close by 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 9961 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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