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

6 bedroom apartment in Saunton, Devon, South West England

6 bedroom apartment, Saunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

6 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 and features include: Garden . 6 bedroom apartment is close to the beach. Prices at 6 bedroom apartment start from £1350 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 6 bedroom apartment


Close to the Beach Garden

Flat 27 Clifton Court in Putsborough, Devon, South West England

Flat 27 Clifton Court, Putsborough

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Flat 27 Clifton 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 and features include: Swimming Pool . Flat 27 Clifton Court is close to the beach. Prices at Flat 27 Clifton Court start from £602 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Flat 27 Clifton Court


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Close to the Beach

The Malt House in Newlyn, Cornwall, South West England

The Malt House, Newlyn

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

The Malt House self catering accommodation in Newlyn, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at The Malt House start from £331 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Malt House


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by

Skipjack in Ingworth, Norfolk, East England

Skipjack, Ingworth

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Skipjack in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Swimming Pool Hot Tub . It also has Internet access. Prices at Skipjack start from £383 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Skipjack customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Skipjack


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Garden Internet WIFI available Hot tub Skipjack Customer Feedback and Reviews

Armoy in Antrim Coast, County Antrim, Ireland-North

Armoy, Antrim Coast

Breaks in County AntrimIreland-North

Armoy self catering accommodation in Antrim Coast, County Antrim sleeps . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Armoy is close to the beach. Prices at Armoy start from £263 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Armoy


Close to the Beach

Hettys Cottage in Heacham, Norfolk, East England

Hettys Cottage, Heacham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Hettys Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 3. 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. Hettys Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Hettys Cottage start from £305 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Hettys Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Hettys Cottage


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Hettys Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Lakeside House in Fossebridge, Gloucestershire, South West England

Lakeside House, Fossebridge

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Lakeside House self catering accommodation in Fossebridge, Gloucestershire sleeps 1. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Lakeside House 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 Lakeside House start from £2015 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lakeside House


Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Minsmere Cottage in Benhall, Suffolk, East England

Minsmere Cottage, Benhall

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Minsmere Cottage 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 and features include: Detached . Prices at Minsmere Cottage start from £289 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Minsmere Cottage


Sleeps 2

Passion Flower Cottage in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

Passion Flower Cottage, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Passion Flower Cottage 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 and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Passion Flower Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include horse riding . Passion Flower Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Passion Flower Cottage start from £325 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Passion Flower Cottage


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

2 bedroom cottage in Portreath, Cornwall, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Portreath

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

2 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £475 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Fishing close by Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

 

 

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.

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