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

Crag Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Crag Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Crag Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Crag Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Crag Cottage start from £415 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Crag Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

Angel Cottage in Saxmundham, Suffolk, East England

Angel Cottage, Saxmundham

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Angel Cottage 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 . Angel Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Angel Cottage start from £325 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Angel Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden

Escape in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Escape, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Escape in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Escape is close to the beach. Prices at Escape start from £320 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Escape


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach

Mucky Cottage in Naunton, Oxfordshire, Central England

Mucky Cottage, Naunton

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

Mucky Cottage self catering accommodation in Naunton, Oxfordshire sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool Hot Tub Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . Mucky Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Mucky Cottage start from £2415 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mucky Cottage


Sleeps 8 Indoor pool Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Hot tub

The Sheilings in Burnham Market, Norfolk, East England

The Sheilings, Burnham Market

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Sheilings in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Activities close by include golf . The Sheilings does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Sheilings start from £340 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Sheilings customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Sheilings


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Golf close by Garden The Sheilings Customer Feedback and Reviews

16 Merchants Court in Cromer, Norfolk, East England

16 Merchants Court, Cromer

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

16 Merchants Court 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 . 16 Merchants Court is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at 16 Merchants Court start from £340 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 16 Merchants Court customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 16 Merchants Court


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Garden 16 Merchants Court Customer Feedback and Reviews

Ocean Side in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Ocean Side, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Ocean Side 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. Ocean Side is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Ocean Side does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ocean Side start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ocean Side


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Internet WIFI available

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

Oakfield Road in Aylsham, Norfolk, East England

Oakfield Road, Aylsham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Oakfield Road in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Prices at Oakfield Road start from £407 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Oakfield Road


Sleeps 6 Garden

The Laurels in Fakenham, Norfolk, East England

The Laurels, Fakenham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Laurels in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . Prices at The Laurels start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Laurels customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Laurels


Sleeps 6 Garden The Laurels 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 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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