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

Whimbrels House in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Whimbrels House, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Whimbrels House in South West 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 Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Whimbrels House is close to the beach. Prices at Whimbrels House start from £894 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Whimbrels House


Sleeps 8 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Games room

1 Ralph Cottages in Waldringfield, Suffolk, East England

1 Ralph Cottages, Waldringfield

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

1 Ralph Cottages 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: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. 1 Ralph Cottages does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 1 Ralph Cottages start from £469 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 Ralph Cottages


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Margaretting in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Margaretting, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Margaretting in East England has a 3 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 . Margaretting is close to the beach. Prices at Margaretting start from £579 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Margaretting


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden

Atlantic Spray in Westward Ho, Devon, South West England

Atlantic Spray, Westward Ho

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Atlantic Spray in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Atlantic Spray is close to the beach. Prices at Atlantic Spray start from £225 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Atlantic Spray


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach

Middle Cottage in Westleton, Suffolk, East England

Middle Cottage, Westleton

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Middle Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Middle Cottage start from £300 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Middle Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

The Malthouse in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

The Malthouse, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Malthouse in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . The Malthouse does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Malthouse start from £392 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Malthouse


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Hillview in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Hillview, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Hillview in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Hillview is close to the beach. Prices at Hillview start from £443 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hillview


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Nightingale Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Nightingale Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Nightingale 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: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Nightingale Cottage is close to the beach. Nightingale Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Nightingale Cottage start from £473 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Nightingale Cottage


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Fairfield Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Fairfield Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Fairfield Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Fairfield Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Fairfield Cottage start from £451 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fairfield Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Fishermans Loft in Mevagissey, Cornwall, South West England

Fishermans Loft, Mevagissey

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Fishermans Loft self catering accommodation in Mevagissey, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Fishermans Loft start from £272 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fishermans Loft


Sleeps 2 Garden 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 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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