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

Marram House in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Marram House, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Marram House in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 13. This 6 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Marram House is close to the beach. Prices at Marram House start from £710 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Marram House


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Blackjack Mews in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, South West England

Blackjack Mews, Cirencester

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Blackjack Mews self catering accommodation in Cirencester, Gloucestershire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Blackjack Mews start from £428 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Blackjack Mews


Sleeps 2

Rowan Cottage in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Rowan Cottage, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Rowan Cottage in East England has a 4 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: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Rowan Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Rowan Cottage start from £509 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rowan Cottage


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Garden Open fire or wood burner

Leath Barn Cottage in West Somerton, Norfolk, East England

Leath Barn Cottage, West Somerton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Leath Barn Cottage in East England has a 4 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: Garden . Activities close by include horse riding . Prices at Leath Barn Cottage start from £542 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Leath Barn Cottage


Sleeps 8 Garden

1 bedroom holiday home in Girvan, Ayrshire, South West Scotland

1 bedroom holiday home, Girvan

Breaks in AyrshireSouth West Scotland

1 bedroom holiday home in South West Scotland has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Prices at 1 bedroom holiday home start from £300 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom holiday home


Internet WIFI available

Willow Barn in Chedgrave, Norfolk, East England

Willow Barn, Chedgrave

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Willow Barn 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: Detached Garden . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Willow Barn start from £329 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Willow Barn customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Willow Barn


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Garden Games room Willow Barn Customer Feedback and Reviews

Well Cottage in Hindolveston, Norfolk, East England

Well Cottage, Hindolveston

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Well Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 12. This 6 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Well Cottage start from £943 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Well Cottage


Sleeps 10 or more Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Nest in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

The Nest, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Nest self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh, Suffolk sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. The Nest is close to the beach. The Nest does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Nest start from £320 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Nest


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

Mill Farm in Poundstock, Cornwall, South West England

Mill Farm, Poundstock

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Mill Farm self catering accommodation in Poundstock, Cornwall sleeps 8. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Mill Farm is close to the beach. Prices at Mill Farm start from £900 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mill Farm


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Green Side Cottage in Thornham, Norfolk, East England

Green Side Cottage, Thornham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Green Side 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 and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Green Side Cottage is close to the beach. Green Side Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Green Side Cottage start from £545 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Green Side Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Green Side Cottage


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner Green Side Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

 

 

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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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