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 Plough Wheel in Kelling, Norfolk, East England

The Plough Wheel, Kelling

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Plough Wheel in East England has a 3 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 . The Plough Wheel is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . The Plough Wheel does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Plough Wheel start from £327 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Plough Wheel customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Plough Wheel


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Golf close by Garden Open fire or wood burner The Plough Wheel Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Bolthole in Braunton, Devon, South West England

The Bolthole, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Bolthole in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. The Bolthole is close to the beach. Prices at The Bolthole start from £344 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Bolthole


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

The Tides in Braunton, Devon, South West England

The Tides, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Tides in South West England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. The Tides is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at The Tides start from £744 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Tides


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Golf close by Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Kingfisher in Umberleigh, Devon, South West England

Kingfisher, Umberleigh

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Kingfisher 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 . Kingfisher does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Kingfisher start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kingfisher


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

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

2 bedroom cottage in Caithness, Caithness, Highlands Scotland

2 bedroom cottage, Caithness

Breaks in CaithnessHighlands Scotland

2 bedroom cottage in Highlands Scotland has a 2 star rating and can sleep up to . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £347 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden Open fire or wood burner

Pilgrims Prospect in Bacton, Norfolk, East England

Pilgrims Prospect, Bacton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Pilgrims Prospect in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Pilgrims Prospect is close to the beach. Pilgrims Prospect 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 Pilgrims Prospect start from £430 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pilgrims Prospect


Sleeps 4 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Indoor pool Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Woodcote in Parracombe, Devon, South West England

Woodcote, Parracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Woodcote 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: Detached Garden . Prices at Woodcote start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Woodcote


Sleeps 4 Garden

Avalon in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Avalon, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Avalon in East England has a 4 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: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Avalon is close to the beach. Avalon does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Avalon start from £268 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Avalon


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Beautiful Historic Mansion in Meigle, Perthshire, Central Scotland

Beautiful Historic Mansion, Meigle

Breaks in PerthshireCentral Scotland

Beautiful Historic Mansion self catering accommodation in Meigle, Perthshire sleeps 23. This 1 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Beautiful Historic Mansion start from £3 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beautiful Historic Mansion


Sleeps 10 or more Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break 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 9961 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.

More Holiday Ideas for you to consider

If you have found this holiday article interesting, why not take a look at some of our others.

 

Fast search

 

Find Cottage Holidays

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