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

Hurlingham House in West Runton, Norfolk, East England

Hurlingham House, West Runton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Hurlingham House in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 9. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Hurlingham House is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf horse riding . Hurlingham House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Hurlingham House start from £503 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Hurlingham House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Hurlingham House


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Golf close by Garden Hurlingham House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Mansion with Swimming Pool in Corran, Argyll, West Scotland

Mansion with Swimming Pool, Corran

Breaks in ArgyllWest Scotland

Mansion with Swimming Pool self catering accommodation in Corran, Argyll sleeps 22. This 1 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . Mansion with Swimming Pool does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Mansion with Swimming Pool start from £2 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mansion with Swimming Pool


Sleeps 10 or more Indoor pool Pet friendly Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

The Reeds in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

The Reeds, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Reeds in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . The Reeds is close to the beach. Prices at The Reeds start from £301 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Reeds


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Open fire or wood burner

Snowdrops in Buxton, Norfolk, East England

Snowdrops, Buxton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Snowdrops in East England has a 4 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 . Prices at Snowdrops start from £239 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Snowdrops customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Snowdrops


Sleeps 2 Snowdrops Customer Feedback and Reviews

Scottish Castle Apt in Montrose, Angus, East Scotland

Scottish Castle Apt, Montrose

Breaks in AngusEast Scotland

Scottish Castle Apt self catering accommodation in Montrose, Angus sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Castle is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Four poster bed Open Fire/woodburner . Scottish Castle Apt does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Scottish Castle Apt start from £560 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Scottish Castle Apt


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

Rosstyn House in Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Rosstyn House, Hunstanton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Rosstyn House in East England has a 4 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: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Rosstyn House is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Rosstyn House start from £542 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Rosstyn House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Rosstyn House


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Golf close by Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Rosstyn House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Molls Cottage in Ballyvaughan, County Clare, Ireland West

Molls Cottage, Ballyvaughan

Breaks in County ClareIreland West

Molls Cottage self catering accommodation in Ballyvaughan, County Clare sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Molls Cottage start from £263 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Molls Cottage


Sleeps 8 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Knapton Hall Cottage in Knapton, Norfolk, East England

Knapton Hall Cottage, Knapton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Knapton Hall Cottage in East England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Swimming Pool . Knapton Hall Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Knapton Hall Cottage start from £493 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Knapton Hall Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Knapton Hall Cottage


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Pet friendly Garden Luxury self catering Knapton Hall Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Montpellier in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Montpellier, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Montpellier in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Montpellier is close to the beach. Prices at Montpellier start from £366 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Montpellier


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden

Windspray in Braunton, Devon, South West England

Windspray, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Windspray in South West England has a 3 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: Detached . Windspray does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Windspray start from £383 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Windspray


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly

 

 

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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