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

Flat 8 The Granary in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, East England

Flat 8 The Granary, Wells-next-the-Sea

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Flat 8 The Granary in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . Flat 8 The Granary is close to the beach. Prices at Flat 8 The Granary start from £388 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Flat 8 The Granary customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Flat 8 The Granary


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Flat 8 The Granary Customer Feedback and Reviews

Historic Castle by Arbroath in Arbroath, Angus, East Scotland

Historic Castle by Arbroath, Arbroath

Breaks in AngusEast Scotland

Historic Castle by Arbroath self catering accommodation in Arbroath, Angus sleeps 14. This 7 bedroom Castle is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Four poster bed Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Historic Castle by Arbroath does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Historic Castle by Arbroath start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Historic Castle by Arbroath


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

Monks Cottage in Braunton, Devon, South West England

Monks Cottage, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Monks Cottage in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Monks Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Monks Cottage start from £344 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Monks Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly

2 bedroom apartment in Appledore, Devon, South West England

2 bedroom apartment, Appledore

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

2 bedroom apartment in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom apartment is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom apartment start from £325 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom apartment


Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Riverside Country House in Aberchirder, Aberdeenshire, East Scotland

Riverside Country House, Aberchirder

Breaks in AberdeenshireEast Scotland

Riverside Country House self catering accommodation in Aberchirder, Aberdeenshire sleeps 12. This 8 bedroom Country House is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Riverside Country House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Riverside Country House start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Riverside Country House


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

Flat 28 in Putsborough, Devon, South West England

Flat 28, Putsborough

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Flat 28 in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 9. This 4 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Flat 28 is close to the beach. Prices at Flat 28 start from £454 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Flat 28


Sleeps 8 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

Cahersiveen in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Cahersiveen, Ring of Kerry

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Cahersiveen self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps . This Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Cahersiveen is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Cahersiveen does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cahersiveen start from £290 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cahersiveen


Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

Seaside House in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Seaside House, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Seaside House 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 . Seaside House is close to the beach. Prices at Seaside House start from £434 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Seaside House


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden

Seashells in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Seashells, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Seashells 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 . Seashells is close to the beach. Activities close by include horse riding . Seashells 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 Seashells start from £313 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Seashells


Sleeps 6 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Admiral Cottage in Tregrehan Mills, Cornwall, South West England

Admiral Cottage, Tregrehan Mills

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Admiral Cottage self catering accommodation in Tregrehan Mills, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Admiral Cottage start from £238 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Admiral Cottage


Sleeps 2 Golf close by 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 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.

More Holiday Ideas for you to consider

If you have found this holiday article interesting, why not take a look at some of our others.

 

Fast search

 

Find Cottage Holidays

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.

Cottage Holiday Favourites