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

1 bedroom holiday home in Ashburton, Devon, South West England

1 bedroom holiday home, Ashburton

Breaks in DevonSouth 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 does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 1 bedroom holiday home start from £250 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom holiday home


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Luxury self catering

2 bedroom holiday home in Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire, West England

2 bedroom holiday home, Hay-on-Wye

Breaks in HerefordshireWest England

2 bedroom holiday home in West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . 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 £335 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom holiday home


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

2 bedroom cottage in Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Borders Scotland

2 bedroom cottage, Edinburgh

Breaks in EdinburghBorders Scotland

2 bedroom cottage in Borders Scotland 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: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . 2 bedroom cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £440 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

2 bedroom cottage in Bideford, Devon, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Bideford

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

2 bedroom cottage 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 Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. 2 bedroom cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £325 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

3 bedroom cottage in Brinscall, Lancashire, North West England

3 bedroom cottage, Brinscall

Breaks in LancashireNorth West England

3 bedroom cottage in North West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. 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 £370 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom cottage


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

3 bedroom holiday home in Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Borders Scotland

3 bedroom holiday home, Edinburgh

Breaks in EdinburghBorders Scotland

3 bedroom holiday home in Borders Scotland has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at 3 bedroom holiday home start from £580 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom holiday home


Sleeps 4

3 bedroom cottage in Plymouth, Devon, South West England

3 bedroom cottage, Plymouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

3 bedroom cottage 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 . It also has Internet access. 3 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 3 bedroom cottage start from £360 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom cottage


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

2 bedroom cottage in Appledore, Devon, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Appledore

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

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


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

3 bedroom bungalow in Filey, North Yorkshire, North East England

3 bedroom bungalow, Filey

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

3 bedroom bungalow in North East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . 3 bedroom bungalow is close to the beach. 3 bedroom bungalow does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 3 bedroom bungalow start from £435 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom bungalow


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Luxury self catering

4 bedroom holiday home in Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, South Wales

4 bedroom holiday home, Kidwelly

Breaks in CarmarthenshireSouth Wales

4 bedroom holiday home in South Wales has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . 4 bedroom holiday home does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 4 bedroom holiday home start from £570 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 4 bedroom holiday home


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

 

 

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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