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

2 bedroom holiday home in Charmouth, Dorset, South West England

2 bedroom holiday home, Charmouth

Breaks in DorsetSouth West England

2 bedroom holiday home in South 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 Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom holiday home is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom holiday home start from £515 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom holiday home


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

3 bedroom bungalow in Scourie, Sutherland, Highlands Scotland

3 bedroom bungalow, Scourie

Breaks in SutherlandHighlands Scotland

3 bedroom bungalow in Highlands Scotland has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Prices at 3 bedroom bungalow start from £248 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom bungalow


Sleeps 4 Internet WIFI available

1 bedroom cottage in Ipswich, Suffolk, East England

1 bedroom cottage, Ipswich

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

1 bedroom cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Prices at 1 bedroom cottage start from £280 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom cottage


Sleeps 2 Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

1 bedroom cottage in Sherborne, Dorset, South West England

1 bedroom cottage, Sherborne

Breaks in DorsetSouth West England

1 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . 1 bedroom cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 1 bedroom cottage start from £315 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

3 bedroom cottage in Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, West Wales

3 bedroom cottage, Carmarthen

Breaks in CarmarthenshireWest Wales

3 bedroom cottage in West Wales has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include fishing . 3 bedroom cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 3 bedroom cottage start from £420 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

1 bedroom holiday home in Marazion, Cornwall, South West England

1 bedroom holiday home, Marazion

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

1 bedroom holiday home in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. 1 bedroom holiday home is close to the beach. 1 bedroom holiday home does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 1 bedroom holiday home start from £315 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom holiday home


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

4 bedroom cottage in Padstow, Cornwall, South West England

4 bedroom cottage, Padstow

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

4 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Four poster bed Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at 4 bedroom cottage start from £730 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 4 bedroom cottage


Sleeps 8 Indoor pool Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

1 bedroom cottage in Bradworthy, Devon, South West England

1 bedroom cottage, Bradworthy

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

1 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at 1 bedroom cottage start from £300 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break

2 bedroom holiday home in Weymouth, Dorset, South West England

2 bedroom holiday home, Weymouth

Breaks in DorsetSouth West England

2 bedroom holiday home in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . 2 bedroom holiday home is close to the beach. 2 bedroom holiday home does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 2 bedroom holiday home start from £325 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom holiday home


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

3 bedroom holiday home in Falmouth, Cornwall, South West England

3 bedroom holiday home, Falmouth

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

3 bedroom holiday home in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. 3 bedroom holiday home does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 3 bedroom holiday home start from £495 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom holiday home


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly 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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Cottage Holiday Favourites