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

The Glebe Barn in Newquay, Cornwall, South West England

The Glebe Barn, Newquay

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

The Glebe Barn self catering accommodation in Newquay, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 0 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Glebe Barn start from £275 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Glebe Barn


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available

Shore Line in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Shore Line, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Shore Line in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Shore Line is close to the beach. Activities close by include horse riding . Shore Line 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 Shore Line start from £313 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Shore Line


Sleeps 6 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

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

Flat 18 Clifton Court in Putsborough, Devon, South West England

Flat 18 Clifton Court, Putsborough

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Flat 18 Clifton Court in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Swimming Pool . Flat 18 Clifton Court is close to the beach. Prices at Flat 18 Clifton Court start from £489 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Flat 18 Clifton Court


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Close to the Beach

Piglets in Briningham, Norfolk, East England

Piglets, Briningham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Piglets in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Prices at Piglets start from £470 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Piglets customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Piglets


Sleeps 6 Garden Piglets Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Lamp House in Thorpeness, Suffolk, East England

The Lamp House, Thorpeness

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Lamp House in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . The Lamp House is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . The Lamp House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Lamp House start from £389 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Lamp House


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Golf close by

Kingfisher in Umberleigh, Devon, South West England

Kingfisher, Umberleigh

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Kingfisher in South West 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 . Kingfisher does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Kingfisher start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kingfisher


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

3 bedroom cottage in St Agnes, Cornwall, South West England

3 bedroom cottage, St Agnes

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

3 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. 3 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 3 bedroom cottage start from £360 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

The Owls House in Buryas Bridge, Cornwall, South West England

The Owls House, Buryas Bridge

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

The Owls House self catering accommodation in Buryas Bridge, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 3 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at The Owls House start from £351 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Owls House


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Garden Open fire or wood burner

Little Glebe in Middleton Suffolk, Suffolk, East England

Little Glebe, Middleton Suffolk

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Little Glebe 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. Prices at Little Glebe start from £314 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Little Glebe


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available

 

 

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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