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 Hickling, Norfolk, East England

The Cottage, Hickling

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: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at The Cottage start from £312 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 Garden Open fire or wood burner The Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Windfalls in Great Plumstead, Norfolk, East England

Windfalls, Great Plumstead

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Windfalls in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Windfalls does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Windfalls start from £391 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Windfalls customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Windfalls


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner Windfalls Customer Feedback and Reviews

17 The Green in East Rudham, Norfolk, East England

17 The Green, East Rudham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

17 The Green in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . 17 The Green does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 17 The Green start from £340 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 17 The Green customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 17 The Green


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner 17 The Green Customer Feedback and Reviews

Ballina in Lough Derg, County Tipperary, Ireland-South

Ballina, Lough Derg

Breaks in County TipperaryIreland-South

Ballina self catering accommodation in Lough Derg, County Tipperary sleeps . This Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Ballina start from £344 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballina


Fishing close by Golf close by

Summerville in Lynmouth, Devon, South West England

Summerville, Lynmouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Summerville 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. Summerville is close to the beach. Prices at Summerville start from £402 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Summerville


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Highland Holiday House in Braemar, Aberdeenshire, East Scotland

Highland Holiday House, Braemar

Breaks in AberdeenshireEast Scotland

Highland Holiday House self catering accommodation in Braemar, Aberdeenshire sleeps 10. This 5 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Highland Holiday House start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Highland Holiday House


Sleeps 10 or more Garden Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

2 bedroom apartment in Bude, Cornwall, South West England

2 bedroom apartment, Bude

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

2 bedroom apartment in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . 2 bedroom apartment is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom apartment start from £435 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom apartment


Close to the Beach

2 bedroom cottage in Lyme Regis, Dorset, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Lyme Regis

Breaks in DorsetSouth West England

2 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £330 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

2 bedroom apartment in St Austell, Cornwall, South West England

2 bedroom apartment, St Austell

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

2 bedroom apartment in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom apartment is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom apartment start from £395 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom apartment


Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Middle Cottage in Bacton, Norfolk, East England

Middle Cottage, Bacton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Middle Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Middle Cottage is close to the beach. Middle Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Middle Cottage start from £331 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Middle Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Middle Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner Middle Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

 

 

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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Find Cottage Holidays mission is to promote the very best of the UK and Ireland's wonderful self catering accommodation, whether it be cottages, apartments, lodges, chalets, houses, villas or bungalows. But, it's not just about the cottages, we also try and bring you some helpful guides and information on the places to go, things to see and activities to do while you enjoy your break in England, Scotland, Wales or Ireland. In fact, we are adding to our list daily but if you think we have missed somewhere special tell us via our Facebook page. With wonderful countryside and superb coastlines to explore the UK and Ireland has so much to offer.

Cottage Holiday Favourites