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

The Gearing in Tiverton, Devon, South West England

The Gearing, Tiverton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Gearing 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: Garden . It also has Internet access. The Gearing is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . The Gearing does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Gearing start from £199 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Gearing


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available

Mailscot in Mortehoe, Devon, South West England

Mailscot, Mortehoe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Mailscot in South West 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 . Mailscot does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Mailscot start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mailscot


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

East Farm Cottage in Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham, North East England

East Farm Cottage, Middleton-In-Teesdale

Breaks in County DurhamNorth East England

East Farm Cottage self catering accommodation in Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham sleeps 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . East Farm Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at East Farm Cottage start from £251 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about East Farm Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

The Tides in Braunton, Devon, South West England

The Tides, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Tides in South West England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. The Tides is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at The Tides start from £744 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Tides


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Golf close by Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Fable Cottage in Glenville, County Cork, Ireland South

Fable Cottage, Glenville

Breaks in County CorkIreland South

Fable Cottage self catering accommodation in Glenville, County Cork sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Fable Cottage start from £277 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fable Cottage


Sleeps 8 Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Cartshed in Beccles, Suffolk, East England

The Cartshed, Beccles

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Cartshed 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 . Prices at The Cartshed start from £232 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Cartshed


Sleeps 2

St Benets in Blakeney, Norfolk, East England

St Benets, Blakeney

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

St Benets in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 3 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Open Fire/woodburner . St Benets is close to the beach. St Benets does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at St Benets start from £541 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected St Benets customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about St Benets


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Open fire or wood burner St Benets Customer Feedback and Reviews

Unique Tower House in Balbeggie, Perthshire, Central Scotland

Unique Tower House, Balbeggie

Breaks in PerthshireCentral Scotland

Unique Tower House self catering accommodation in Balbeggie, Perthshire sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Tower House is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Unique Tower House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Unique Tower House start from £570 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Unique Tower House


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

17 South Green in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

17 South Green, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

17 South Green 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: Open Fire/woodburner . 17 South Green is close to the beach. Prices at 17 South Green start from £315 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 17 South Green


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Open fire or wood burner

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

 

 

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 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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