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

Watermere Barn in Briston, Norfolk, East England

Watermere Barn, Briston

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Watermere Barn 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: Detached . Prices at Watermere Barn start from £407 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Watermere Barn


Sleeps 6

Neptune's Cove in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Neptune's Cove, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Neptune's Cove self catering accommodation in Ilfracombe, Devon sleeps 12. This 6 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Neptune's Cove is close to the beach. Prices at Neptune's Cove start from £818 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Neptune's Cove


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Garden

1 bedroom holiday home in Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, Central England

1 bedroom holiday home, Buckingham

Breaks in BuckinghamshireCentral England

1 bedroom holiday home in Central England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at 1 bedroom holiday home start from £270 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom holiday home


The Ark in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

The Ark, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Ark 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 . The Ark is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at The Ark start from £237 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Ark


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden

Red Brick Cottage in Lavenham, Suffolk, East England

Red Brick Cottage, Lavenham

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Red Brick 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 Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Red Brick Cottage is close to the beach. Red Brick Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Red Brick Cottage start from £245 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Red Brick Cottage


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

18 The Green in East Rudham, Norfolk, East England

18 The Green, East Rudham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

18 The Green in East 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 Open Fire/woodburner . 18 The Green does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 18 The Green start from £340 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 18 The Green customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 18 The Green


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner 18 The Green Customer Feedback and Reviews

2 Little Lane in Docking, Norfolk, East England

2 Little Lane, Docking

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

2 Little Lane in East 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 . Prices at 2 Little Lane start from £275 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 Little Lane


Sleeps 4 Garden

The Old Town Hall in Saxmundham, Suffolk, East England

The Old Town Hall, Saxmundham

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Old Town Hall in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . The Old Town Hall is close to the beach. The Old Town Hall does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Old Town Hall start from £671 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Town Hall


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Kings Court in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

Kings Court, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Kings Court self catering accommodation in Woodbridge, Suffolk sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include horse riding . Kings Court does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Kings Court start from £265 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kings Court


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly

Sandcastles in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Sandcastles, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Sandcastles 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 . It also has Internet access. Sandcastles is close to the beach. Sandcastles does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Sandcastles start from £344 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sandcastles


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly 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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Cottage Holiday Favourites