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

Beach House in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Beach House, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Beach House in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Beach House is close to the beach. Beach House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Beach House start from £435 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beach House


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Sandpiper Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sandpiper Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Sandpiper Cottage in East 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 Open Fire/woodburner . Sandpiper Cottage is close to the beach. Sandpiper Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Sandpiper Cottage start from £351 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sandpiper Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Boslowen in Treknow, Cornwall, South West England

Boslowen, Treknow

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Boslowen self catering accommodation in Treknow, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Boslowen does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Boslowen start from £467 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Boslowen


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

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

Gwel An Lagen in Newquay, Cornwall, South West England

Gwel An Lagen, Newquay

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Gwel An Lagen in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 0 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Gwel An Lagen does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Gwel An Lagen start from £221 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Gwel An Lagen


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

9 Weston Square in Holt, Norfolk, East England

9 Weston Square, Holt

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

9 Weston Square in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . 9 Weston Square is close to the beach. Prices at 9 Weston Square start from £261 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 9 Weston Square


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach

Byways in Lynton, Devon, South West England

Byways, Lynton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Byways in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Byways is close to the beach. Byways does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Byways start from £443 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Byways


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Courtyard Cottage in Stiffkey, Norfolk, East England

Courtyard Cottage, Stiffkey

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Courtyard Cottage self catering accommodation in Stiffkey, Norfolk sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached . Courtyard Cottage is close to the beach. Courtyard Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Courtyard Cottage start from £252 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Courtyard Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Courtyard Cottage


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Courtyard Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Bakers Cottage in Ludham, Norfolk, East England

Bakers Cottage, Ludham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Bakers Cottage 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 . Prices at Bakers Cottage start from £252 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Bakers Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Bakers Cottage


Sleeps 2 Bakers Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Hitchens Cottage in Happisburgh, Norfolk, East England

Hitchens Cottage, Happisburgh

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Hitchens Cottage in East 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 . It also has Internet access. Hitchens Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include horse riding . Prices at Hitchens Cottage start from £328 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Hitchens Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Hitchens Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Hitchens 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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Cottage Holiday Favourites