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

2 bedroom cottage in Glenrothes, Fife, Central Scotland

2 bedroom cottage, Glenrothes

Breaks in FifeCentral Scotland

2 bedroom cottage in Central Scotland has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £350 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Garden Internet WIFI available

Ellanbrook in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Ellanbrook, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Ellanbrook in East England has a 3 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 Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Ellanbrook is close to the beach. Prices at Ellanbrook start from £792 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ellanbrook


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden Open fire or wood burner

Snipe Barn in Chimney, Oxfordshire, Central England

Snipe Barn, Chimney

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

Snipe Barn self catering accommodation in Chimney, Oxfordshire sleeps 1. This 6 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Snipe Barn 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 Snipe Barn start from £3815 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Snipe Barn


Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

The Harness Rooms in North Walsham, Norfolk, East England

The Harness Rooms, North Walsham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Harness Rooms 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 . Prices at The Harness Rooms start from £274 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Harness Rooms


Sleeps 2 Garden

Lavender Cottage in Blythburgh, Suffolk, East England

Lavender Cottage, Blythburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Lavender Cottage 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 Swimming Pool . Prices at Lavender Cottage start from £489 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lavender Cottage


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Garden Games room

Harbour Lookout in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Harbour Lookout, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Harbour Lookout in South West 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 . It also has Internet access. Harbour Lookout is close to the beach. Prices at Harbour Lookout start from £270 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Harbour Lookout


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

Farmhouse Courtyard Cottage in Doune, Perthshire, Central Scotland

Farmhouse Courtyard Cottage, Doune

Breaks in PerthshireCentral Scotland

Farmhouse Courtyard Cottage self catering accommodation in Doune, Perthshire sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Farmhouse Courtyard Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Farmhouse Courtyard Cottage start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Farmhouse Courtyard Cottage


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Fishing close by Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Games room

1 bedroom lodge in Dulverton, Somerset, South West England

1 bedroom lodge, Dulverton

Breaks in SomersetSouth West England

1 bedroom lodge in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to . This lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Prices at 1 bedroom lodge start from £255 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom lodge


Internet WIFI available

The Crows Nest in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

The Crows Nest, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Crows Nest 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 . It also has Internet access. The Crows Nest is close to the beach. Prices at The Crows Nest start from £325 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Crows Nest


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

2 bedroom cottage in Bideford, Devon, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Bideford

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

2 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £335 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Garden Internet WIFI available 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 9962 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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Find Cottage Holidays mission is to promote the very best of the UK and Ireland's wonderful self catering accommodation, whether it be cottages, apartments, lodges, chalets, houses, villas or bungalows. But, it's not just about the cottages, we also try and bring you some helpful guides and information on the places to go, things to see and activities to do while you enjoy your break in England, Scotland, Wales or Ireland. In fact, we are adding to our list daily but if you think we have missed somewhere special tell us via our Facebook page. With wonderful countryside and superb coastlines to explore the UK and Ireland has so much to offer.

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