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.

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

Aughrim, Vale of Avoca
Breaks in County WicklowIreland-East
Aughrim self catering accommodation in Vale of Avoca, County Wicklow sleeps 2. This 1 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. Activities close by include golf fishing . Aughrim does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Aughrim start from £186 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Aughrim

6 Thurlestone Rock (Penthouse), Kingsbridge
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
6 Thurlestone Rock (Penthouse) self catering accommodation in Kingsbridge, Devon sleeps 6. This Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . 6 Thurlestone Rock (Penthouse) is close to the beach. Prices at 6 Thurlestone Rock (Penthouse) start from £815 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 6 Thurlestone Rock (Penthouse)

Caherdaniel, Ring of Kerry
Breaks in County KerryIreland-South
Caherdaniel self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 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. Caherdaniel is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Caherdaniel does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Caherdaniel start from £207 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Caherdaniel

Dunquin, Dingle Peninsula
Breaks in County KerryIreland-South
Dunquin self catering accommodation in Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Dunquin is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Dunquin start from £224 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Dunquin

Roundstone, Connemara
Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West
Roundstone self catering accommodation in Connemara, County Galway sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Roundstone is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Roundstone start from £234 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Roundstone

Garden Cottage, Crohans
Breaks in CornwallSouth West England
Garden Cottage self catering accommodation in Crohans, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Garden Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Garden Cottage start from £260 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Garden Cottage

Ladysbridge, Ballycotton Bay
Breaks in County CorkIreland-South
Ladysbridge self catering accommodation in Ballycotton Bay, County Cork sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Ladysbridge is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Ladysbridge does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ladysbridge start from £325 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ladysbridge

Glencar, Ring of Kerry
Breaks in County KerryIreland-South
Glencar self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf fishing . Glencar does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Glencar start from £224 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glencar

Cahersiveen, Ring of Kerry
Breaks in County KerryIreland-South
Cahersiveen self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 8. This 4 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 . Cahersiveen does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cahersiveen start from £248 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cahersiveen

Tourmakeady, Lough Mask
Breaks in County MayoIreland-West
Tourmakeady self catering accommodation in Lough Mask, County Mayo sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Tourmakeady does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Tourmakeady start from £208 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tourmakeady
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.
Holiday Cottages North Devon
Holiday Cottages North Cornwall
Holiday Cottages South Cornwall
Holiday Cottages Dorset
Holiday Cottages Somerset
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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