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

Bay Cottage in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, East England

Bay Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Bay Cottage in East 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 . Bay Cottage is close to the beach. Bay Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bay Cottage start from £292 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Bay Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Bay Cottage


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Bay Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Yeo Cottage in Barnstaple, Devon, South West England

Yeo Cottage, Barnstaple

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Yeo Cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Hot Tub . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . Yeo Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Yeo Cottage start from £313 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Yeo Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Hot tub

Lundy Set in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Lundy Set, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Lundy Set in South West 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 . Lundy Set is close to the beach. Lundy Set does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Lundy Set start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lundy Set


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly

Jubilee Cottage in Saxmundham, Suffolk, East England

Jubilee Cottage, Saxmundham

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Jubilee Cottage in East England has a 4 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 . Prices at Jubilee Cottage start from £387 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Jubilee Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Captains House in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Captains House, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Captains House 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: Garden . It also has Internet access. Captains House is close to the beach. Captains House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Captains House start from £818 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Captains House


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Seascape in North Gap, Norfolk, East England

Seascape, North Gap

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Seascape in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Seascape is close to the beach. Seascape does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Seascape start from £341 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Seascape customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Seascape


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Seascape Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Nest in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

The Nest, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Nest self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh, Suffolk sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. The Nest is close to the beach. The Nest does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Nest start from £320 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Nest


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

Rose Cottage in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Rose Cottage, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Rose Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Rose Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Rose Cottage start from £330 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rose Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden

End Cottage in Little Walsingham, Norfolk, East England

End Cottage, Little Walsingham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

End 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 . End Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at End Cottage start from £329 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected End Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about End Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly End Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

1 bedroom cottage in Clovelly, Devon, South West England

1 bedroom cottage, Clovelly

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: Garden . It also has Internet access. 1 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 1 bedroom cottage start from £305 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 Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break

 

 

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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