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

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

Buttershaw Cottage in Lynton, Devon, South West England

Buttershaw Cottage, Lynton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Buttershaw Cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Buttershaw Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Buttershaw Cottage start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Buttershaw Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach

Marigold Cottage in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Marigold Cottage, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Marigold Cottage in South West England has a 4 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 Open Fire/woodburner . Marigold Cottage is close to the beach. Marigold Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Marigold Cottage start from £995 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Marigold Cottage


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Hillcrest in North Molton, Devon, South West England

Hillcrest, North Molton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Hillcrest in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Hillcrest start from £223 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hillcrest


Sleeps 4 Garden

Lilac Barn in Swanton Abbott, Norfolk, East England

Lilac Barn, Swanton Abbott

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Lilac Barn 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: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Lilac Barn start from £329 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Lilac Barn customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Lilac Barn


Sleeps 4 Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Lilac Barn Customer Feedback and Reviews

Dairy Cottage in Thornage, Norfolk, East England

Dairy Cottage, Thornage

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Dairy 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: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Dairy Cottage start from £372 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Dairy Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Dairy Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Dairy Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Ark in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

The Ark, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Ark in East England has a 3 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 . The Ark is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at The Ark start from £237 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Ark


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden

Pilots House in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Pilots House, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Pilots House 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 . Pilots House is close to the beach. Prices at Pilots House start from £399 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pilots House


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden

The Little Barn in Field Dalling, Norfolk, East England

The Little Barn, Field Dalling

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Little Barn 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: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at The Little Barn start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Little Barn


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Browhill in Barnstaple, Devon, South West England

Browhill, Barnstaple

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Browhill in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Browhill is close to the beach. Browhill does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Browhill start from £479 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Browhill


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly 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 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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Cottage Holiday Favourites