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

Seashells in Walcott, Norfolk, East England

Seashells, Walcott

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Seashells in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Seashells is close to the beach. Seashells 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 Seashells start from £276 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Seashells customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Seashells


Sleeps 2 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Seashells Customer Feedback and Reviews

2 bedroom cottage in Hayle, Cornwall, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Hayle

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

2 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £540 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

Duneside Cottage in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Duneside Cottage, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Duneside Cottage in South West 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 . Duneside Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Duneside Cottage start from £375 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Duneside Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden

Top Deck in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Top Deck, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Top Deck in South West England has a 3 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. Top Deck is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Top Deck start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Top Deck


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Internet WIFI available

Top Flat at Morlais in Rhosneigr, Isle of Anglesey, North Wales

Top Flat at Morlais, Rhosneigr

Breaks in Isle of AngleseyNorth Wales

Top Flat at Morlais self catering accommodation in Rhosneigr, Isle of Anglesey sleeps 8. This 3 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Top Flat at Morlais does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Top Flat at Morlais start from £278 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Top Flat at Morlais


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

4 bedroom cottage in Camborne, Cornwall, South West England

4 bedroom cottage, Camborne

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

4 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This luxury cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Hot Tub Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. 4 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 4 bedroom cottage start from £990 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 4 bedroom cottage


Indoor pool Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Hot tub Luxury self catering

Skibbereen in Skibbereen, County Cork, Ireland-South

Skibbereen, Skibbereen

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Skibbereen self catering accommodation in Skibbereen, County Cork sleeps . This Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Skibbereen does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Skibbereen start from £203 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Skibbereen


Pet friendly Golf close by

Clematis Cottage in Lavenham, Suffolk, East England

Clematis Cottage, Lavenham

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Clematis 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 Open Fire/woodburner . Clematis Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Clematis Cottage start from £295 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Clematis Cottage


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

Ann Page Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Ann Page Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Ann Page Cottage in East England has a 4 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 . It also has Internet access. Ann Page Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Ann Page Cottage start from £486 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ann Page Cottage


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

3 bedroom cottage in Holsworthy, Devon, South West England

3 bedroom cottage, Holsworthy

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

3 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This 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 fishing . Prices at 3 bedroom cottage start from £380 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom cottage


Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available 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 9963 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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