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

Beachcomber in Portreath, Cornwall, South West England

Beachcomber, Portreath

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Beachcomber self catering accommodation in Portreath, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Beachcomber is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Beachcomber does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Beachcomber start from £503 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beachcomber


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

Woodmill Lodge in Southrepps, Norfolk, East England

Woodmill Lodge, Southrepps

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Woodmill Lodge in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 7. This 3 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Woodmill Lodge does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Woodmill Lodge start from £421 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Woodmill Lodge customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Woodmill Lodge


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Games room Woodmill Lodge Customer Feedback and Reviews

Eastwood in Old Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Eastwood, Old Hunstanton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Eastwood 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 . Eastwood is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Eastwood start from £359 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Eastwood


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Golf close by Garden

Escape in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Escape, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Escape in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Escape is close to the beach. Prices at Escape start from £320 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Escape


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach

Wyndham House in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Wyndham House, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Wyndham House in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 13. This 7 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Four poster bed Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Wyndham House is close to the beach. Prices at Wyndham House start from £981 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Wyndham House


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Longstraw in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Longstraw, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Longstraw 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 . It also has Internet access. Longstraw is close to the beach. Prices at Longstraw start from £359 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Longstraw


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Partridge Farm Cottage in Tunstead, Norfolk, East England

Partridge Farm Cottage, Tunstead

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Partridge Farm Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Partridge Farm Cottage start from £289 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Partridge Farm Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Partridge Farm Cottage


Sleeps 2 Fishing close by Garden Partridge Farm Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Baggy Leap in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Baggy Leap, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Baggy Leap in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 10. 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. Baggy Leap is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Baggy Leap start from £1887 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Baggy Leap


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available

Harvest Moon in Aylsham, Norfolk, East England

Harvest Moon, Aylsham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Harvest Moon self catering accommodation in Aylsham, Norfolk sleeps 3. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Four poster bed . Prices at Harvest Moon start from £261 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Harvest Moon customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Harvest Moon


Sleeps 2 Harvest Moon Customer Feedback and Reviews

Dove Cottage in East Harling, Norfolk, East England

Dove Cottage, East Harling

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Dove 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 Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . Dove Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Dove Cottage start from £325 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Dove Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Dove Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Dove Cottage 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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