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

Millers Rest in Holsworthy, Devon, South West England

Millers Rest, Holsworthy

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Millers Rest in South West 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 . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Millers Rest start from £270 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Millers Rest


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available

The View in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

The View, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The View 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 . The View is close to the beach. Prices at The View start from £432 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The View


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach

Malthouse Lodge in Heacham, Norfolk, East England

Malthouse Lodge, Heacham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Malthouse Lodge in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Malthouse Lodge is close to the beach. Malthouse Lodge does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Malthouse Lodge start from £407 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Malthouse Lodge customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Malthouse Lodge


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Malthouse Lodge Customer Feedback and Reviews

Maltsters Yard in Norwich, Norfolk, East England

Maltsters Yard, Norwich

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Maltsters Yard in East 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 . Prices at Maltsters Yard start from £293 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Maltsters Yard customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Maltsters Yard


Sleeps 4 Maltsters Yard Customer Feedback and Reviews

Prospect Cottage in Combe Martin, Devon, South West England

Prospect Cottage, Combe Martin

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

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


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly

Unicorn House in Burnham Market, Norfolk, East England

Unicorn House, Burnham Market

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Unicorn House in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Unicorn House start from £692 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Unicorn House


Sleeps 6 Golf close by Garden

Cliffside in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Cliffside, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Cliffside self catering accommodation in Southwold, Suffolk sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Cliffside is close to the beach. Prices at Cliffside start from £329 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cliffside


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Garden

Chapel Hill View in Braunton, Devon, South West England

Chapel Hill View, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Chapel Hill View self catering accommodation in Braunton, Devon sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Chapel Hill View is close to the beach. Chapel Hill View does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Chapel Hill View start from £383 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Chapel Hill View


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Swallows in Blaxhall, Suffolk, East England

Swallows, Blaxhall

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Swallows 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 Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Swallows does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Swallows start from £446 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Swallows


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Flint Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Flint Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Flint Cottage in East England has a 3 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: Detached Garden . Flint Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Flint Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Flint Cottage start from £662 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Flint Cottage


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Golf close by Garden

 

 

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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