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

2 bedroom cottage in Instow, Devon, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Instow

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

2 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached . 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. It is listed as wheelchair accessible but please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £380 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Disabled/Wheelchair Access Close to the Beach

Swan Meadows in Blythburgh, Suffolk, East England

Swan Meadows, Blythburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Swan Meadows 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 and features include: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Prices at Swan Meadows start from £338 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Swan Meadows


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Internet WIFI available Games room

Courtyard Barn in Widegates, Cornwall, South West England

Courtyard Barn, Widegates

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Courtyard Barn self catering accommodation in Widegates, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Courtyard Barn start from £359 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Courtyard Barn


Sleeps 6 Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available

Orchard Cottage. in South Cerney, Gloucestershire, South West England

Orchard Cottage., South Cerney

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Orchard Cottage. self catering accommodation in South Cerney, Gloucestershire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Orchard Cottage. does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Orchard Cottage. start from £649 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Orchard Cottage.


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

2 bedroom holiday home in Exmouth, Devon, South West England

2 bedroom holiday home, Exmouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

2 bedroom holiday home in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to . This Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at 2 bedroom holiday home start from £335 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom holiday home


Garden Internet WIFI available

The Coach House in Kingsheanton, Devon, South West England

The Coach House, Kingsheanton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Coach House 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: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. The Coach House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Coach House start from £270 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Coach House


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

The Studio-Rookery Farm in Norwich, Norfolk, East England

The Studio-Rookery Farm, Norwich

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Studio-Rookery Farm in East England has a 3 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 Studio-Rookery Farm does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Studio-Rookery Farm start from £252 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Studio-Rookery Farm customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Studio-Rookery Farm


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden The Studio-Rookery Farm Customer Feedback and Reviews

Scotts Hall Cottage in Minsmere, Suffolk, East England

Scotts Hall Cottage, Minsmere

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Scotts Hall Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Scotts Hall Cottage start from £450 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Scotts Hall Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Cliff Cottage in Great Ayton, North Yorkshire, North East England

Cliff Cottage, Great Ayton

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Cliff Cottage self catering accommodation in Great Ayton, North Yorkshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Cliff Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cliff Cottage start from £203 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cliff Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

Cliff House in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Cliff House, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Cliff House 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: Garden . Cliff House is close to the beach. Prices at Cliff House start from £630 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cliff House


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach 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 9962 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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