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

Seacroft in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Seacroft, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Seacroft in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 15. This 6 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Seacroft is close to the beach. Prices at Seacroft start from £981 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Seacroft


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

The Reeds in Croyde, Devon, South West England

The Reeds, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Reeds in South West England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. The Reeds is close to the beach. The Reeds does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Reeds start from £780 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Reeds


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

Bramble Cottage in Sedbergh, Cumbria, North West England

Bramble Cottage, Sedbergh

Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England

Bramble Cottage self catering accommodation in Sedbergh, Cumbria sleeps 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Bramble Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bramble Cottage start from £224 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bramble Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Starlings in Yoxford, Suffolk, East England

Starlings, Yoxford

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Starlings in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Starlings start from £669 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Starlings


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

3 bedroom cottage in Saunton, Devon, South West England

3 bedroom cottage, Saunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

3 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: Swimming Pool . 3 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 3 bedroom cottage start from £495 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom cottage


Indoor pool Close to the Beach

Hepworth Cottage in Happisburgh, Norfolk, East England

Hepworth Cottage, Happisburgh

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Hepworth Cottage in East 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 . It also has Internet access. Hepworth Cottage is close to the beach. It is listed as wheelchair accessible but please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Hepworth Cottage start from £407 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Hepworth Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Hepworth Cottage


Sleeps 6 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Hepworth Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Lodge with Pool in Corran, Argyll, West Scotland

Lodge with Pool, Corran

Breaks in ArgyllWest Scotland

Lodge with Pool self catering accommodation in Corran, Argyll sleeps 10. This 4 bedroom Lodge is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . Lodge with Pool does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Lodge with Pool start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lodge with Pool


Sleeps 10 or more Indoor pool Pet friendly Garden Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

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

Two The Crescent in Cromer, Norfolk, East England

Two The Crescent, Cromer

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Two The Crescent in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 11. This 6 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. Two The Crescent is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Two The Crescent start from £925 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Two The Crescent customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Two The Crescent


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Two The Crescent Customer Feedback and Reviews

Dairy Farm Cottage in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, East England

Dairy Farm Cottage, Great Yarmouth

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Dairy Farm Cottage in East 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 . Prices at Dairy Farm Cottage start from £407 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Dairy Farm Cottage


Sleeps 6

 

 

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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