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

The Cottage in Burnham Market, Norfolk, East England

The Cottage, Burnham Market

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Cottage 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: Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf . Prices at The Cottage start from £294 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Cottage


Sleeps 4 Golf close by Open fire or wood burner The Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Camomile Cottage in Barney, Norfolk, East England

Camomile Cottage, Barney

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Camomile Cottage self catering accommodation in Barney, Norfolk sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Camomile Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Camomile Cottage start from £90 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Camomile Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Camomile Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Camomile Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Fir Tree Lodge in Barras, Cumbria, North West England

Fir Tree Lodge, Barras

Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England

Fir Tree Lodge self catering accommodation in Barras, Cumbria sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Lodge is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Fir Tree Lodge start from £258 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fir Tree Lodge


Sleeps 4

Ballyferriter in Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Ballyferriter, Dingle Peninsula

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Ballyferriter self catering accommodation in Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry sleeps . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Ballyferriter is close to the beach. Prices at Ballyferriter start from £244 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyferriter


Close to the Beach Open fire or wood burner

Driftwood in Braunton, Devon, South West England

Driftwood, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Driftwood 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 . Prices at Driftwood start from £321 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Driftwood


Sleeps 4

Herb Garden Cottage in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Herb Garden Cottage, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Herb Garden Cottage in East 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 . Herb Garden Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Herb Garden Cottage start from £465 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Herb Garden Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden

Mulberry Cottage in Saxmundham, Suffolk, East England

Mulberry Cottage, Saxmundham

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Mulberry Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Mulberry Cottage start from £335 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mulberry Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Five Star Barn Conversion in Galashiels, Selkirkshire, Borders Scotland

Five Star Barn Conversion, Galashiels

Breaks in SelkirkshireBorders Scotland

Five Star Barn Conversion in Borders Scotland has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 10. This 4 bedroom Barn Conversion is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Five Star Barn Conversion does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. It is listed as wheelchair accessible but please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Five Star Barn Conversion start from £950 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Five Star Barn Conversion


Sleeps 10 or more Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly Fishing close by Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

Lakeview Lodge in Bideford, Devon, South West England

Lakeview Lodge, Bideford

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Lakeview Lodge in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 3 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached . Activities close by include golf fishing . Lakeview Lodge does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Lakeview Lodge start from £359 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lakeview Lodge


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

1 Coastguard Court in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

1 Coastguard Court, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

1 Coastguard Court in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. 1 Coastguard Court is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at 1 Coastguard Court start from £279 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 Coastguard Court


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Fishing close by 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 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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