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 Old Flower Farm in Heamoor, Cornwall, South West England

The Old Flower Farm, Heamoor

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

The Old Flower Farm self catering accommodation in Heamoor, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. The Old Flower Farm does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Old Flower Farm start from £260 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Flower Farm


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Lowenek in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, South West England

Lowenek, Mawgan Porth

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Lowenek self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Lowenek is close to the beach. Lowenek does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Lowenek start from £450 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lowenek


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

Bramble Court House in Tramore, County Waterford, Ireland South

Bramble Court House, Tramore

Breaks in County WaterfordIreland South

Bramble Court House self catering accommodation in Tramore, County Waterford sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Bramble Court House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bramble Court House start from £247 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bramble Court House


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Arts and Crafts Country House in Elgin, Morayshire, East Scotland

Arts and Crafts Country House, Elgin

Breaks in MorayshireEast Scotland

Arts and Crafts Country House self catering accommodation in Elgin, Morayshire sleeps 17. This 9 bedroom Country House is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Arts and Crafts Country House start from £2 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Arts and Crafts Country House


Sleeps 10 or more Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

Corner Cottage in Portmellon, Cornwall, South West England

Corner Cottage, Portmellon

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Corner Cottage self catering accommodation in Portmellon, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . Corner Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Corner Cottage start from £425 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Corner Cottage


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Open fire or wood burner

Box Iron Cottage in Shotley, Suffolk, East England

Box Iron Cottage, Shotley

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Box Iron Cottage in East 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: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Box Iron Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Box Iron Cottage start from £537 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Box Iron Cottage


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

1 bedroom cottage in Westward Ho, Devon, South West England

1 bedroom cottage, Westward Ho

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

1 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: Open Fire/woodburner . 1 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 1 bedroom cottage start from £300 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Open fire or wood burner

Reclaim Cottage in Colkirk, Norfolk, East England

Reclaim Cottage, Colkirk

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Reclaim Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf . Reclaim Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Reclaim Cottage start from £294 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Reclaim Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Reclaim Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Golf close by Garden Open fire or wood burner Reclaim Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Piglets in Lingwood, Norfolk, East England

Piglets, Lingwood

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Piglets 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 and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Piglets does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Piglets start from £261 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Piglets customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Piglets


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Piglets Customer Feedback and Reviews

Poppy Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Poppy Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Poppy Cottage 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 and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Poppy Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Poppy Cottage start from £268 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Poppy Cottage


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

 

 

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 9961 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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Cottage Holiday Favourites