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

Buttershaw Cottage in Lynton, Devon, South West England

Buttershaw Cottage, Lynton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Buttershaw Cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Buttershaw Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Buttershaw Cottage start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Buttershaw Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach

3 bedroom holiday home in Elgin, Morayshire, East Scotland

3 bedroom holiday home, Elgin

Breaks in MorayshireEast Scotland

3 bedroom holiday home in East Scotland has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at 3 bedroom holiday home start from £365 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom holiday home


Garden Open fire or wood burner

Holiday house with pool in Ormidale, Argyll, West Scotland

Holiday house with pool, Ormidale

Breaks in ArgyllWest Scotland

Holiday house with pool self catering accommodation in Ormidale, Argyll sleeps 10. This 7 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Hot Tub Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Holiday house with pool does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Holiday house with pool start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Holiday house with pool


Sleeps 10 or more Indoor pool Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Hot tub Games room

The Nutshell in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

The Nutshell, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Nutshell 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 . The Nutshell is close to the beach. Prices at The Nutshell start from £505 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Nutshell


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden

Little Domum in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Little Domum, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Little Domum in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Little Domum is close to the beach. Little Domum does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Little Domum start from £495 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Little Domum


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available 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

Old Beans Cottage in Fakenham, Norfolk, East England

Old Beans Cottage, Fakenham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Old Beans Cottage self catering accommodation in Fakenham, Norfolk sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Activities close by include horse riding . Prices at Old Beans Cottage start from £274 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Old Beans Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Old Beans Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden Old Beans Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Victoria Cottage in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

Victoria Cottage, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Victoria Cottage 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 . It also has Internet access. Prices at Victoria Cottage start from £399 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Victoria Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

6 Little Beach in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

6 Little Beach, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

6 Little Beach in South West England has a 3 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. 6 Little Beach is close to the beach. 6 Little Beach does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 6 Little Beach start from £375 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 6 Little Beach


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

1 Devon Beach Court in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

1 Devon Beach Court, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

1 Devon Beach Court in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . 1 Devon Beach Court is close to the beach. Prices at 1 Devon Beach Court start from £602 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 Devon Beach Court


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach

 

 

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