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

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

Brandon Barn in Strumpshaw, Norfolk, East England

Brandon Barn, Strumpshaw

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Brandon Barn 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: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Brandon Barn start from £261 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Brandon Barn


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available

47 Daphne Road in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

47 Daphne Road, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

47 Daphne Road in East England has a 3 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 . 47 Daphne Road does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 47 Daphne Road start from £272 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 47 Daphne Road


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

2 Wesleyan Chapel in Pentney, Norfolk, East England

2 Wesleyan Chapel, Pentney

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

2 Wesleyan Chapel in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at 2 Wesleyan Chapel start from £372 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 Wesleyan Chapel


Sleeps 6 Fishing close by Garden

Heron Cottage in Friston, Suffolk, East England

Heron Cottage, Friston

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Heron 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. Activities close by include horse riding fishing . Prices at Heron Cottage start from £295 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Heron Cottage


Sleeps 2 Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available

Ocean Sands in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Ocean Sands, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Ocean Sands in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom Bungalow 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. Ocean Sands is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf horse riding . Ocean Sands does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ocean Sands start from £602 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ocean Sands


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Rosslyn in Lansallos, Cornwall, South West England

Rosslyn, Lansallos

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Rosslyn self catering accommodation in Lansallos, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Rosslyn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Rosslyn start from £336 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rosslyn


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

Pebble Cottage in Little Walsingham, Norfolk, East England

Pebble Cottage, Little Walsingham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Pebble 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 . It also has Internet access. Prices at Pebble Cottage start from £430 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Pebble Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Pebble Cottage


Sleeps 6 Internet WIFI available Pebble Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Spinney in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

The Spinney, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Spinney in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . The Spinney is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at The Spinney start from £331 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Spinney


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden Open fire or wood burner

Crag Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Crag Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Crag Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Crag Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Crag Cottage start from £415 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Crag Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach 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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