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

Owl Barn in Snettisham, Norfolk, East England

Owl Barn, Snettisham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Owl 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: Garden . Prices at Owl Barn start from £342 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Owl Barn customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Owl Barn


Sleeps 4 Garden Owl Barn Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Pines in Norwich, Norfolk, East England

The Pines, Norwich

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Pines 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: Detached . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Pines start from £359 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Pines customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Pines


Sleeps 2 Internet WIFI available The Pines Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Old Mill House in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

The Old Mill House, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Old Mill House in East 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 . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . The Old Mill House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Old Mill House start from £282 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Mill House


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Luxury Steading Lodge in Drumnadrochit, Inverness-shire, Highlands Scotland

Luxury Steading Lodge, Drumnadrochit

Breaks in Inverness-shireHighlands Scotland

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


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

The Old Barn in Weybourne, Norfolk, East England

The Old Barn, Weybourne

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Old Barn 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 . The Old Barn is close to the beach. Prices at The Old Barn start from £281 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Old Barn customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Old Barn


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Garden The Old Barn Customer Feedback and Reviews

Fairstead Cottage in Holt, Norfolk, East England

Fairstead Cottage, Holt

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Fairstead 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 . Prices at Fairstead Cottage start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Fairstead Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Fairstead Cottage


Sleeps 6 Fairstead Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

47 Daphne Road in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

47 Daphne Road, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

47 Daphne Road 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 Open Fire/woodburner . 47 Daphne Road does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 47 Daphne Road start from £272 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 47 Daphne Road


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Elms in Combe Martin, Devon, South West England

The Elms, Combe Martin

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Elms 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 . The Elms is close to the beach. Prices at The Elms start from £463 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Elms


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach 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

Marshfields in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Marshfields, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Marshfields in East England has a 3 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 . Marshfields is close to the beach. Prices at Marshfields start from £437 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Marshfields


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach 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 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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