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

Garden View in Parham Suffolk, Suffolk, East England

Garden View, Parham Suffolk

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Garden View in East England has a 4 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: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Garden View start from £253 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Garden View


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available

The White House in Great Snoring, Norfolk, East England

The White House, Great Snoring

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The White House 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: Detached Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at The White House start from £586 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The White House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The White House


Sleeps 8 Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner The White House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Ebenezer House in Saxmundham, Suffolk, East England

Ebenezer House, Saxmundham

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Ebenezer House in East England has a 3 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 . It also has Internet access. Ebenezer House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ebenezer House start from £274 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ebenezer House


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Avon Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Avon Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Avon Cottage in East England has a 3 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 . Avon Cottage is close to the beach. Avon Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Avon Cottage start from £293 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Avon Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Egton Cottage in Egton, North Yorkshire, North East England

Egton Cottage, Egton

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Egton Cottage self catering accommodation in Egton, North Yorkshire sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Egton Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Egton Cottage start from £450 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Egton Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Swallows in Parracombe, Devon, South West England

The Swallows, Parracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Swallows in South West England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Swallows start from £477 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Swallows


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

The Reeds in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

The Reeds, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Reeds in East England has a 3 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 Open Fire/woodburner . The Reeds is close to the beach. Prices at The Reeds start from £301 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Reeds


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

Highland Holiday Lodge in Fearn, Ross-shire, Highlands Scotland

Highland Holiday Lodge, Fearn

Breaks in Ross-shireHighlands Scotland

Highland Holiday Lodge self catering accommodation in Fearn, Ross-shire sleeps 12. This 6 bedroom Lodge is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Highland Holiday Lodge does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Highland Holiday Lodge start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Highland Holiday Lodge


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

5 Blackshore in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

5 Blackshore, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

5 Blackshore 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 . 5 Blackshore is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at 5 Blackshore start from £462 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 5 Blackshore


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden Open fire or wood burner

Barnaby Cottage in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Barnaby Cottage, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Barnaby Cottage 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 Open Fire/woodburner . Barnaby Cottage is close to the beach. Barnaby Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Barnaby Cottage start from £402 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Barnaby Cottage


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

 

 

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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