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

Capstone View in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Capstone View, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Capstone View in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Capstone View is close to the beach. Prices at Capstone View start from £321 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Capstone View


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach

The Hop House in Braunton, Devon, South West England

The Hop House, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Hop House in South West 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 . The Hop House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Hop House start from £270 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Hop House


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

Dobbins Den in Halgabron, Cornwall, South West England

Dobbins Den, Halgabron

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Dobbins Den self catering accommodation in Halgabron, Cornwall sleeps 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. Dobbins Den does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Dobbins Den start from £331 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Dobbins Den


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Orchard House in Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Orchard House, Hunstanton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Orchard House in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Orchard House start from £542 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Orchard House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Orchard House


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner Orchard House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Bees Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Bees Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Bees Cottage in East England has a 3 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 . Bees Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Bees Cottage start from £330 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bees Cottage


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Garden

The Lambings in Iken, Suffolk, East England

The Lambings, Iken

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Lambings 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. Activities close by include horse riding . The Lambings does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Lambings start from £339 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Lambings


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

Holiday House with a view in Cauldhame, Stirlingshire, Central Scotland

Holiday House with a view, Cauldhame

Breaks in StirlingshireCentral Scotland

Holiday House with a view self catering accommodation in Cauldhame, Stirlingshire sleeps 21. This 1 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Holiday House with a view does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Holiday House with a view start from £2 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Holiday House with a view


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Games room

Queen Bee Cottage in Dersingham, Norfolk, East England

Queen Bee Cottage, Dersingham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Queen Bee Cottage self catering accommodation in Dersingham, Norfolk sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Queen Bee Cottage start from £311 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Queen Bee Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Rosecroft in Holt, Norfolk, East England

Rosecroft, Holt

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Rosecroft 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 . Rosecroft does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Rosecroft start from £292 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Rosecroft customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Rosecroft


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Rosecroft Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Croft in Tosside, North Yorkshire, North West England

The Croft, Tosside

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth West England

The Croft self catering accommodation in Tosside, North Yorkshire sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool . The Croft does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Croft start from £472 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Croft


Sleeps 8 Indoor pool Pet friendly Garden Games room

 

 

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 9961 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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