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

Broad - De in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Broad - De, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Broad - De in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 10. This 5 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Broad - De is close to the beach. Broad - De does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Broad - De start from £1015 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Broad - De


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

White Cottage in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

White Cottage, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

White Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . White Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at White Cottage start from £409 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about White Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden

Holly Cottage in Hoveton-St-John, Norfolk, East England

Holly Cottage, Hoveton-St-John

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Holly Cottage in East 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 . Holly Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Holly Cottage start from £252 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Holly Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Holly Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Holly Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Bay Breeze in Combe Martin, Devon, South West England

Bay Breeze, Combe Martin

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Bay Breeze in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Bay Breeze is close to the beach. Prices at Bay Breeze start from £512 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bay Breeze


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

3 bedroom holiday home in Elgin, Morayshire, East Scotland

3 bedroom holiday home, Elgin

Breaks in MorayshireEast Scotland

3 bedroom holiday home in East Scotland has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at 3 bedroom holiday home start from £365 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom holiday home


Garden Open fire or wood burner

Osprey Cottage in Little Walsingham, Norfolk, East England

Osprey Cottage, Little Walsingham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Osprey Cottage in East 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: Garden . Prices at Osprey Cottage start from £430 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Osprey Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Osprey Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Osprey Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Old Chapel House in Hickling, Norfolk, East England

Old Chapel House, Hickling

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Old Chapel House in East 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: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Old Chapel House start from £470 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Old Chapel House


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available

Rose Barn in Chimney, Oxfordshire, Central England

Rose Barn, Chimney

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

Rose Barn self catering accommodation in Chimney, Oxfordshire sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Rose Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Rose Barn start from £2815 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rose Barn


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Old Beans Cottage in Fakenham, Norfolk, East England

Old Beans Cottage, Fakenham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Old Beans Cottage self catering accommodation in Fakenham, Norfolk sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Activities close by include horse riding . Prices at Old Beans Cottage start from £274 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Old Beans Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Old Beans Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden Old Beans Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Jasmine Cottage in North Molton, Devon, South West England

Jasmine Cottage, North Molton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Jasmine Cottage in South West England has a 4 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 . It also has Internet access. Jasmine Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Jasmine Cottage start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Jasmine Cottage


Sleeps 4 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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