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 Vicarage in Cromer, Norfolk, East England

The Old Vicarage, Cromer

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Old Vicarage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 12. This 6 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Hot Tub . It also has Internet access. The Old Vicarage is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . The Old Vicarage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Old Vicarage start from £1079 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Old Vicarage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Old Vicarage


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Hot tub The Old Vicarage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Waterville in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Waterville, Ring of Kerry

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Waterville self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Waterville is close to the beach. Waterville does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Waterville start from £224 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Waterville


Close to the Beach Pet friendly

Sea Vista in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Sea Vista, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Sea Vista in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Sea Vista is close to the beach. Prices at Sea Vista start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sea Vista


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach

Hazel Cottage in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Hazel Cottage, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Hazel 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 . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . Hazel Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Hazel Cottage start from £335 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hazel Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Games room

3 bedroom cottage in Boscastle, Cornwall, South West England

3 bedroom cottage, Boscastle

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

3 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to . This luxury 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. 3 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . It is listed as wheelchair accessible but please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 3 bedroom cottage start from £655 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom cottage


Disabled/Wheelchair Access Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

The Cottage in Fakenham, Norfolk, East England

The Cottage, Fakenham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Cottage in East 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 . The Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Cottage start from £275 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden The Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Fishermans Loft in Mevagissey, Cornwall, South West England

Fishermans Loft, Mevagissey

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Fishermans Loft self catering accommodation in Mevagissey, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Fishermans Loft start from £272 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fishermans Loft


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available

Dreamcatchers Cottage in Hindolveston, Norfolk, East England

Dreamcatchers Cottage, Hindolveston

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Dreamcatchers Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 3. 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. Dreamcatchers Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Dreamcatchers Cottage start from £229 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Dreamcatchers Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Dreamcatchers Cottage


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

17 Smugglers Close in Old Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

17 Smugglers Close, Old Hunstanton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

17 Smugglers Close 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: Detached . It also has Internet access. 17 Smugglers Close is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at 17 Smugglers Close start from £746 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 17 Smugglers Close customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 17 Smugglers Close


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Golf close by Internet WIFI available 17 Smugglers Close Customer Feedback and Reviews

5 Devon Beach Court in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

5 Devon Beach Court, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

5 Devon Beach Court in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . 5 Devon Beach Court is close to the beach. Prices at 5 Devon Beach Court start from £402 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 5 Devon Beach Court


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach

 

 

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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Cottage Holiday Favourites