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

Dekeila in Brundall, Norfolk, East England

Dekeila, Brundall

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Dekeila 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 . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Dekeila start from £261 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Dekeila customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Dekeila


Sleeps 2 Fishing close by Garden Dekeila Customer Feedback and Reviews

Church Cottage in Catfield, Norfolk, East England

Church Cottage, Catfield

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Church Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Church Cottage start from £467 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Church Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Church Cottage


Sleeps 6 Fishing close by Open fire or wood burner Church Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Cliffside in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Cliffside, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Cliffside self catering accommodation in Southwold, Suffolk sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Cliffside is close to the beach. Prices at Cliffside start from £329 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cliffside


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Garden

Moot Green House in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Moot Green House, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Moot Green House in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Moot Green House is close to the beach. Moot Green House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Moot Green House start from £720 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Moot Green House


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Stone's Throw in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Stone's Throw, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Stone's Throw 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 . Stone's Throw is close to the beach. Stone's Throw does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Stone's Throw start from £355 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Stone's Throw


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly

4 The Craighurst in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

4 The Craighurst, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

4 The Craighurst in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . 4 The Craighurst is close to the beach. Prices at 4 The Craighurst start from £372 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 4 The Craighurst


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach

8 The Haven in Thorpeness, Suffolk, East England

8 The Haven, Thorpeness

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

8 The Haven in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 5 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. 8 The Haven is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at 8 The Haven start from £648 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 8 The Haven


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

2 bedroom cottage in Appledore, Devon, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Appledore

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

2 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 3 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 . 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £335 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Garden

Greystones in Walcott, Norfolk, East England

Greystones, Walcott

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Greystones in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 11. This 5 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Greystones is close to the beach. Prices at Greystones start from £806 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Greystones customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Greystones


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Garden Open fire or wood burner Greystones Customer Feedback and Reviews

Salar Cottage in Braunton, Devon, South West England

Salar Cottage, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Salar Cottage in South West 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: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Salar Cottage is close to the beach. Salar Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Salar Cottage start from £344 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Salar Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly 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 9963 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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