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

Fairview (new) in Dartmouth, Devon, South West England

Fairview (new), Dartmouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Fairview (new) self catering accommodation in Dartmouth, Devon sleeps 4. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Fairview (new) start from £437 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Fairview (new) customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Fairview (new)


Sleeps 4 Games room Fairview (new) Customer Feedback and Reviews

Old Bothy in Halford, Warwickshire, Central England

Old Bothy, Halford

Breaks in WarwickshireCentral England

Old Bothy self catering accommodation in Halford, Warwickshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Old Bothy start from £228 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Old Bothy


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Easy walking close by

Kingsmill Farm Cottage in Botus Fleming, Cornwall, South West England

Kingsmill Farm Cottage, Botus Fleming

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Kingsmill Farm Cottage self catering accommodation in Botus Fleming, Cornwall sleeps 6. 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. Activities close by include golf horse riding . Kingsmill Farm Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Kingsmill Farm Cottage start from £423 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kingsmill Farm Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Lettermullen in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland-West

Lettermullen, Connemara

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Lettermullen self catering accommodation in Connemara, County Galway sleeps 4. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Lettermullen is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Lettermullen start from £234 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lettermullen


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Ideal for a romantic break

Ballycastle in Atlantic Coast, County Antrim, Ireland-North

Ballycastle, Atlantic Coast

Breaks in County AntrimIreland-North

Ballycastle self catering accommodation in Atlantic Coast, County Antrim sleeps 6. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Ballycastle is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Ballycastle start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballycastle


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

The Boathouse (Kingsbridge) in Kingsbridge, Devon, South West England

The Boathouse (Kingsbridge), Kingsbridge

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Boathouse (Kingsbridge) self catering accommodation in Kingsbridge, Devon sleeps 4. This luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Boathouse (Kingsbridge) start from £562 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Boathouse (Kingsbridge)


Sleeps 4 Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Games room Luxury self catering

Ballydavid in Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Ballydavid, Dingle Peninsula

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Ballydavid self catering accommodation in Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Ballydavid is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Ballydavid start from £238 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballydavid


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by

Pettigo in Donegal Town, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Pettigo, Donegal Town

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Pettigo self catering accommodation in Donegal Town, County Donegal sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Pettigo start from £217 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pettigo


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

Carrigtohill in Cork City, County Cork, Ireland-South

Carrigtohill, Cork City

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Carrigtohill self catering accommodation in Cork City, County Cork sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Carrigtohill start from £290 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Carrigtohill


Sleeps 6 Golf close by Luxury self catering

The Shippen in Boscastle, Cornwall, South West England

The Shippen, Boscastle

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

The Shippen self catering accommodation in Boscastle, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Shippen start from £370 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Shippen


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

 

 

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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