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

Craughwell in Galway Bay, County Galway, Ireland-West

Craughwell, Galway Bay

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Craughwell self catering accommodation in Galway Bay, County Galway sleeps . This Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Craughwell does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Craughwell start from £201 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Craughwell


Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

Taw Valley Cottage in Umberleigh, Devon, South West England

Taw Valley Cottage, Umberleigh

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Taw Valley 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 . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Taw Valley Cottage start from £265 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Taw Valley Cottage


Sleeps 2 Fishing close by Garden

Ocean Watch in Boscastle, Cornwall, South West England

Ocean Watch, Boscastle

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Ocean Watch self catering accommodation in Boscastle, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Ocean Watch start from £386 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ocean Watch


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available

4 bedroom holiday home in Inveraray, Argyll, West Scotland

4 bedroom holiday home, Inveraray

Breaks in ArgyllWest Scotland

4 bedroom holiday home in West Scotland has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at 4 bedroom holiday home start from £410 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 4 bedroom holiday home


Garden Open fire or wood burner

Keel in Achill Island, County Mayo, Ireland-West

Keel, Achill Island

Breaks in County MayoIreland-West

Keel self catering accommodation in Achill Island, County Mayo sleeps . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Keel is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Keel does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Keel start from £308 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Keel


Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

2 bedroom cottage in Launceston, Cornwall, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Launceston

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

2 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 Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £370 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Hurlingham House in West Runton, Norfolk, East England

Hurlingham House, West Runton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Hurlingham House in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 9. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Hurlingham House is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf horse riding . Hurlingham House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Hurlingham House start from £503 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Hurlingham House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Hurlingham House


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Golf close by Garden Hurlingham House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Ashtree Cottage in Muddiford, Devon, South West England

Ashtree Cottage, Muddiford

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Ashtree Cottage in South West 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 . It also has Internet access. Ashtree Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ashtree Cottage start from £321 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ashtree Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Dairylea in Halgabron, Cornwall, South West England

Dairylea, Halgabron

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Dairylea self catering accommodation in Halgabron, Cornwall sleeps 6. 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. Dairylea does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Dairylea start from £386 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Dairylea


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Pine Lodge in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Pine Lodge, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Pine Lodge in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Pine Lodge is close to the beach. Prices at Pine Lodge start from £644 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pine Lodge


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach 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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