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.

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

Barn House Cottage, Wroxham
Breaks in NorfolkEast England
Barn House Cottage 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. Barn House Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Barn House Cottage start from £261 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Barn House Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Barn House Cottage

Bramblings, Foulsham
Breaks in NorfolkEast England
Bramblings in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Bramblings start from £493 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Bramblings customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Bramblings

Clover Meadows, Ilfracombe
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
Clover Meadows 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 . Clover Meadows does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Clover Meadows start from £489 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Clover Meadows

Dell Cottage, Mundesley
Breaks in NorfolkEast England
Dell 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: Detached Garden . Dell Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf horse riding fishing . Dell Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Dell Cottage start from £431 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Dell Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Dell Cottage

Jasmine Cottage, Woodbridge
Breaks in SuffolkEast England
Jasmine Cottage 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. Activities close by include horse riding . Prices at Jasmine Cottage start from £296 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Jasmine Cottage

The Storehouse, Norwich
Breaks in NorfolkEast England
The Storehouse in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Prices at The Storehouse start from £415 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Storehouse customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Storehouse

Apple Tree Cottage, Bideford
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
Apple Tree 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 Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Apple Tree Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Apple Tree Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Apple Tree Cottage start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Apple Tree Cottage

The Stables, Clanfield
Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England
The Stables self catering accommodation in Clanfield, Oxfordshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Activities close by include horse riding . The Stables does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Stables start from £450 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Stables

Bay View Cottage, Mevagissey
Breaks in CornwallSouth West England
Bay View Cottage self catering accommodation in Mevagissey, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Bay View Cottage start from £360 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bay View Cottage

Baronial Mansion, Alness
Breaks in Ross-shireHighlands Scotland
Baronial Mansion self catering accommodation in Alness, Ross-shire sleeps 12. This 6 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Baronial Mansion does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Baronial Mansion start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Baronial Mansion
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.
Holiday Cottages North Devon
Holiday Cottages North Cornwall
Holiday Cottages South Cornwall
Holiday Cottages Dorset
Holiday Cottages Somerset
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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