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 Stables in Lyng, Norfolk, East England

The Stables, Lyng

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Stables 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 . Activities close by include horse riding fishing . The Stables does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. It is listed as wheelchair accessible but please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Stables start from £418 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Stables customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Stables


Sleeps 8 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden The Stables Customer Feedback and Reviews

Clarendon House in Fowey, Cornwall, South West England

Clarendon House, Fowey

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Clarendon House self catering accommodation in Fowey, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Clarendon House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Clarendon House start from £842 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Clarendon House


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

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

Sea Merchant House in Penzance, Cornwall, South West England

Sea Merchant House, Penzance

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Sea Merchant House self catering accommodation in Penzance, Cornwall sleeps 9. This 5 bedroom Holiday Home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Sea Merchant House start from £996 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sea Merchant House


Sleeps 8 Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Flowerpot in Binham, Norfolk, East England

The Flowerpot, Binham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Flowerpot in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . The Flowerpot does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Flowerpot start from £239 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Flowerpot customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Flowerpot


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden The Flowerpot Customer Feedback and Reviews

Delphi in Leenane, County Galway, Ireland-West

Delphi, Leenane

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Delphi self catering accommodation in Leenane, County Galway sleeps . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Activities close by include fishing . Delphi does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Delphi start from £313 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Delphi


Pet friendly Fishing close by

1 bedroom apartment in Bude, Cornwall, South West England

1 bedroom apartment, Bude

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

1 bedroom apartment in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. 1 bedroom apartment is close to the beach. Prices at 1 bedroom apartment start from £335 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom apartment


Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Bos Lowen in Newquay, Cornwall, South West England

Bos Lowen, Newquay

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Bos Lowen in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 0 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Bos Lowen does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bos Lowen start from £212 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bos Lowen


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

Ash Cottage in Combe Martin, Devon, South West England

Ash Cottage, Combe Martin

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Ash Cottage in South West England has a 4 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 Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Ash Cottage start from £252 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ash Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Breezy in Eccles Beach, Norfolk, East England

Breezy, Eccles Beach

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Breezy in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Breezy is close to the beach. Prices at Breezy start from £311 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Breezy customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Breezy


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Breezy 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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