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 Bolthole in Braunton, Devon, South West England

The Bolthole, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Bolthole 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 . It also has Internet access. The Bolthole is close to the beach. Prices at The Bolthole start from £344 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Bolthole


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

The Cottage in Fakenham, Norfolk, East England

The Cottage, Fakenham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Cottage 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 Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Cottage start from £275 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden The Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Rose Cottage in Bledington, Oxfordshire, Central England

Rose Cottage, Bledington

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

Rose Cottage self catering accommodation in Bledington, Oxfordshire sleeps 2. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Rose Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Rose Cottage start from £515 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rose Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

1 Blackshore Cottages in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

1 Blackshore Cottages, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

1 Blackshore Cottages 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: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. 1 Blackshore Cottages is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . 1 Blackshore Cottages does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 1 Blackshore Cottages start from £410 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 Blackshore Cottages


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Abbey Field Cottage in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

Abbey Field Cottage, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Abbey Field Cottage 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 . Abbey Field Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include horse riding . Abbey Field Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Abbey Field Cottage start from £287 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Abbey Field Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Wheatley Barn in Launceston, Cornwall, South West England

Wheatley Barn, Launceston

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Wheatley Barn 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: Detached Garden Swimming Pool Hot Tub . It also has Internet access. Prices at Wheatley Barn start from £375 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Wheatley Barn


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Garden Internet WIFI available Hot tub

Castle Croft in Praa Sands, Cornwall, South West England

Castle Croft, Praa Sands

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Castle Croft self catering accommodation in Praa Sands, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Castle Croft is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Castle Croft does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Castle Croft start from £352 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Castle Croft


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

1 Rogers Row in Burnham Market, Norfolk, East England

1 Rogers Row, Burnham Market

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

1 Rogers Row 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 . Activities close by include golf . Prices at 1 Rogers Row start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 1 Rogers Row customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 1 Rogers Row


Sleeps 4 Golf close by 1 Rogers Row Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Old Forge in Frettenham, Norfolk, East England

The Old Forge, Frettenham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Old Forge in East England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. The Old Forge 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 The Old Forge start from £586 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Old Forge customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Old Forge


Sleeps 8 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering The Old Forge Customer Feedback and Reviews

Granary Cottage in Snape, Suffolk, East England

Granary Cottage, Snape

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Granary Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Granary Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Granary Cottage start from £425 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Granary Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly 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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