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 Appledore, Devon, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Appledore

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

2 bedroom cottage 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 . 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £335 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Garden

The Coach House in Sellack, Herefordshire, West England

The Coach House, Sellack

Breaks in HerefordshireWest England

The Coach House self catering accommodation in Sellack, Herefordshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . The Coach House 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 The Coach House start from £350 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Coach House


Sleeps 2 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Sunrest in Hoveton, Norfolk, East England

Sunrest, Hoveton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Sunrest in East 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: Detached Garden . Activities close by include fishing . Sunrest does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Sunrest start from £372 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Sunrest customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Sunrest


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Sunrest Customer Feedback and Reviews

Large Country House in Kinloss, Morayshire, East Scotland

Large Country House, Kinloss

Breaks in MorayshireEast Scotland

Large Country House self catering accommodation in Kinloss, Morayshire sleeps 19. This 1 bedroom Country House is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Large Country House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Large Country House start from £2 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Large Country House


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

The Old Hundred Mansion in Tormarton, Gloucestershire,

The Old Hundred Mansion, Tormarton

Breaks in Gloucestershire

The Old Hundred Mansion self catering accommodation in Tormarton, Gloucestershire sleeps 1. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Old Hundred Mansion start from £4350 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Hundred Mansion


Indoor pool Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Woodside Cottage in Cromer, Norfolk, East England

Woodside Cottage, Cromer

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Woodside 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. Activities close by include horse riding . Woodside Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Woodside Cottage start from £427 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Woodside Cottage


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

Taw Valley Cottage in Umberleigh, Devon, South West England

Taw Valley Cottage, Umberleigh

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Taw Valley Cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Taw Valley Cottage start from £265 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Taw Valley Cottage


Sleeps 2 Fishing close by Garden

Sunnyside At Granville Point in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Sunnyside At Granville Point, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Sunnyside At Granville Point in South West 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 . Sunnyside At Granville Point is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Sunnyside At Granville Point start from £370 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sunnyside At Granville Point


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by

The Hideaway in Witton Bridge, Norfolk, East England

The Hideaway, Witton Bridge

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Hideaway in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 3. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Prices at The Hideaway start from £251 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Hideaway


Sleeps 2 Garden

Bridge House in Thornage, Norfolk, East England

Bridge House, Thornage

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Bridge House self catering accommodation in Thornage, Norfolk sleeps 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Bridge House is close to the beach. Prices at Bridge House start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Bridge House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Bridge House


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden Open fire or wood burner Bridge House 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 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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