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

Historic Highland Castle in Drumnadrochit, Inverness-shire, Highlands Scotland

Historic Highland Castle, Drumnadrochit

Breaks in Inverness-shireHighlands Scotland

Historic Highland Castle self catering accommodation in Drumnadrochit, Inverness-shire sleeps 16. This 8 bedroom Castle is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Four poster bed Hot Tub Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Historic Highland Castle does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Historic Highland Castle start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Historic Highland Castle


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Hot tub Games room

Manor Farm Cottage in Reepham, Norfolk, East England

Manor Farm Cottage, Reepham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Manor Farm 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 and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Manor Farm Cottage start from £252 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Manor Farm Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Manor Farm Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available Manor Farm Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Sun Deck in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

The Sun Deck, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Sun Deck 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 and features include: Garden . The Sun Deck is close to the beach. Prices at The Sun Deck start from £408 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Sun Deck


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Garden

The Dolls House in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

The Dolls House, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Dolls House in East England has a 4 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: Garden . The Dolls House is close to the beach. The Dolls House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Dolls House start from £563 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Dolls House


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Millers Lodge in Buxton with Lammas, Norfolk, East England

Millers Lodge, Buxton with Lammas

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Millers Lodge in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Millers Lodge start from £403 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Millers Lodge


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by

Garden View in Parham Suffolk, Suffolk, East England

Garden View, Parham Suffolk

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Garden View 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 and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Garden View start from £253 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Garden View


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available

Varley in Treven, Cornwall, South West England

Varley, Treven

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Varley self catering accommodation in Treven, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Varley does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Varley start from £378 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Varley


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Thie-My-Chree in Dersingham, Norfolk, East England

Thie-My-Chree, Dersingham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Thie-My-Chree 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: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Thie-My-Chree start from £311 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Thie-My-Chree


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

The Nest in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

The Nest, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Nest self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh, Suffolk sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. The Nest is close to the beach. The Nest does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Nest start from £320 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Nest


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

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

 

 

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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