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 Break in Mortehoe, Devon, South West England

Beach Break, Mortehoe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Beach Break 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 . Beach Break is close to the beach. Prices at Beach Break start from £399 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beach Break


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Luxury self catering

Willow Cottage in Bideford, Devon, South West England

Willow Cottage, Bideford

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Willow Cottage in South West England has a 3 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 . Willow Cottage is close to the beach. Willow Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Willow Cottage start from £252 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Willow Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Woodmill Lodge in Southrepps, Norfolk, East England

Woodmill Lodge, Southrepps

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Woodmill Lodge in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 7. This 3 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Woodmill Lodge does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Woodmill Lodge start from £421 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Woodmill Lodge customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Woodmill Lodge


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Games room Woodmill Lodge Customer Feedback and Reviews

Willow Farm in Leiston, Suffolk, East England

Willow Farm, Leiston

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Willow Farm in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Willow Farm does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Willow Farm start from £299 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Willow Farm


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden

The Potash in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

The Potash, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Potash in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf . Prices at The Potash start from £561 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Potash


Sleeps 8 Golf close by Open fire or wood burner

Croft Cottage in Lynton, Devon, South West England

Croft Cottage, Lynton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Croft Cottage in South West England has a 4 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. Croft Cottage is close to the beach. Croft Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Croft Cottage start from £344 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Croft Cottage


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

Caen House in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Caen House, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Caen House in South West England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 11. This 6 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Caen House is close to the beach. Prices at Caen House start from £1148 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Caen House


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

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

Ferryside in Symonds Yat, Herefordshire, West England

Ferryside, Symonds Yat

Breaks in HerefordshireWest England

Ferryside self catering accommodation in Symonds Yat, Herefordshire sleeps 9. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Ferryside does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ferryside start from £937 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ferryside


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Tower House and Cottage in Balbeggie, Perthshire, Central Scotland

Tower House and Cottage, Balbeggie

Breaks in PerthshireCentral Scotland

Tower House and Cottage self catering accommodation in Balbeggie, Perthshire sleeps 14. This 6 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Tower House and Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Tower House and Cottage start from £870 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tower House and Cottage


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Garden 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 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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