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

Chicago Beach Villa in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Chicago Beach Villa, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Chicago Beach Villa 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: Garden . It also has Internet access. Chicago Beach Villa is close to the beach. Prices at Chicago Beach Villa start from £433 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Chicago Beach Villa


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Praze in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, South West England

Praze, Mawgan Porth

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Praze self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Praze is close to the beach. Prices at Praze start from £775 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Praze


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Flat 31 Clifton Court in Putsborough, Devon, South West England

Flat 31 Clifton Court, Putsborough

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Flat 31 Clifton Court 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 and features include: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Flat 31 Clifton Court is close to the beach. Prices at Flat 31 Clifton Court start from £463 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Flat 31 Clifton Court


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

Arvor in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, South West England

Arvor, Mawgan Porth

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Arvor self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Arvor is close to the beach. Prices at Arvor start from £345 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Arvor


Sleeps 2 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Impressive Country House in Townhill, Fife, Central Scotland

Impressive Country House, Townhill

Breaks in FifeCentral Scotland

Impressive Country House self catering accommodation in Townhill, Fife sleeps 18. This 9 bedroom Country House is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. It is listed as wheelchair accessible but please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Impressive Country House start from £2 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Impressive Country House


Sleeps 10 or more Disabled/Wheelchair Access Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

Bowood Barn in Torrington, Devon, South West England

Bowood Barn, Torrington

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Bowood Barn in South West 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: Detached Garden . Bowood Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bowood Barn start from £265 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bowood Barn


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

Morryb in Padstow, Cornwall, South West England

Morryb, Padstow

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Morryb self catering accommodation in Padstow, Cornwall sleeps 4. 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 Morryb start from £370 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Morryb


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Garden

The Cottage in Ranworth, Norfolk, East England

The Cottage, Ranworth

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . Prices at The Cottage start from £541 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Cottage


Sleeps 6 Internet WIFI available The Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Pilots House in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Pilots House, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Pilots House 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: Garden . Pilots House is close to the beach. Prices at Pilots House start from £399 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pilots House


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden

The Stable in Plumstead, Norfolk, East England

The Stable, Plumstead

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Stable 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: Garden . It also has Internet access. The Stable does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Stable start from £229 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Stable customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Stable


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available The Stable 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 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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