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

Horatios in Holt, Norfolk, East England

Horatios, Holt

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Horatios in East 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 . It also has Internet access. Prices at Horatios start from £327 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Horatios


Sleeps 4 Internet WIFI available

Hobbs House in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Hobbs House, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Hobbs House in South West 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 Garden . It also has Internet access. Hobbs House is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf horse riding . Prices at Hobbs House start from £431 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hobbs House


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available

Tea Cosy Cottage in Marhamchurch, Cornwall, South West England

Tea Cosy Cottage, Marhamchurch

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Tea Cosy Cottage self catering accommodation in Marhamchurch, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf horse riding fishing . Prices at Tea Cosy Cottage start from £306 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tea Cosy Cottage


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Keel in Achill Island, County Mayo, Ireland-West

Keel, Achill Island

Breaks in County MayoIreland-West

Keel self catering accommodation in Achill Island, County Mayo sleeps . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Keel is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Keel does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Keel start from £308 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Keel


Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

Heather Cottage in Happisburgh, Norfolk, East England

Heather Cottage, Happisburgh

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Heather Cottage 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 . Heather Cottage is close to the beach. Heather Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Heather Cottage start from £411 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Heather Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Heather Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner Heather Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

2 The Courtyard in Snape, Suffolk, East England

2 The Courtyard, Snape

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

2 The Courtyard in East 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 . It also has Internet access. Prices at 2 The Courtyard start from £500 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 The Courtyard


Sleeps 4 Internet WIFI available

Priory House in Barnstaple, Devon, South West England

Priory House, Barnstaple

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Priory House self catering accommodation in Barnstaple, Devon sleeps 12. This 5 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Priory House is close to the beach. Priory House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Priory House start from £1059 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Priory House


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Beech Cottage in Combe Martin, Devon, South West England

Beech Cottage, Combe Martin

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Beech Cottage 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 . Prices at Beech Cottage start from £270 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beech Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden

Huish Cottage in Barnstaple, Devon, South West England

Huish Cottage, Barnstaple

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Huish Cottage in South West England has a 2 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 . Huish Cottage is close to the beach. Huish Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Huish Cottage start from £402 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Huish Cottage


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

15 Clifton Park in Cromer, Norfolk, East England

15 Clifton Park, Cromer

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

15 Clifton Park in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. 15 Clifton Park is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at 15 Clifton Park start from £471 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 15 Clifton Park customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 15 Clifton Park


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available 15 Clifton Park 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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