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

Little Gem in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Little Gem, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Little Gem in South West England has a 4 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 . It also has Internet access. Little Gem is close to the beach. Prices at Little Gem start from £602 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Little Gem


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

2 Brick Kiln Barns in Dilham, Norfolk, East England

2 Brick Kiln Barns, Dilham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

2 Brick Kiln Barns self catering accommodation in Dilham, Norfolk sleeps 5. This 2 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 2 Brick Kiln Barns start from £292 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 Brick Kiln Barns


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Garden

Broomfield in Great Ayton, North Yorkshire, North East England

Broomfield, Great Ayton

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Broomfield self catering accommodation in Great Ayton, North Yorkshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Broomfield does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Broomfield start from £267 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Broomfield


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden

2 bedroom cottage in Tavistock, Cornwall, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Tavistock

Breaks in CornwallSouth 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: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £315 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Charlies Cottage in Epwell, Oxfordshire, Central England

Charlies Cottage, Epwell

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

Charlies Cottage self catering accommodation in Epwell, Oxfordshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Charlies Cottage start from £895 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Charlies Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Nevis View in Teangue, Isle of Skye, Highlands Scotland

Nevis View, Teangue

Breaks in Isle of SkyeHighlands Scotland

Nevis View self catering accommodation in Teangue, Isle of Skye sleeps 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . Prices at Nevis View start from £300 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Nevis View


Sleeps 6 Garden

Fairstead Cottage in Holt, Norfolk, East England

Fairstead Cottage, Holt

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Fairstead Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Prices at Fairstead Cottage start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Fairstead Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Fairstead Cottage


Sleeps 6 Fairstead Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Bay Dreams in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Bay Dreams, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Bay Dreams 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 . Bay Dreams is close to the beach. Prices at Bay Dreams start from £321 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bay Dreams


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach

Knapton Hall Cottage in Knapton, Norfolk, East England

Knapton Hall Cottage, Knapton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Knapton Hall Cottage in East England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Swimming Pool . Knapton Hall Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Knapton Hall Cottage start from £493 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Knapton Hall Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Knapton Hall Cottage


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Pet friendly Garden Luxury self catering Knapton Hall Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

2 Dolphin Court in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

2 Dolphin Court, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

2 Dolphin Court in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. 2 Dolphin Court is close to the beach. Prices at 2 Dolphin Court start from £489 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 Dolphin Court


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach 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 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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Find Cottage Holidays mission is to promote the very best of the UK and Ireland's wonderful self catering accommodation, whether it be cottages, apartments, lodges, chalets, houses, villas or bungalows. But, it's not just about the cottages, we also try and bring you some helpful guides and information on the places to go, things to see and activities to do while you enjoy your break in England, Scotland, Wales or Ireland. In fact, we are adding to our list daily but if you think we have missed somewhere special tell us via our Facebook page. With wonderful countryside and superb coastlines to explore the UK and Ireland has so much to offer.

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