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

The Retreat in Braunton, Devon, South West England

The Retreat, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Retreat 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: Garden . It also has Internet access. The Retreat does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Retreat start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Retreat


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Flint Cottage in Holt, Norfolk, East England

Flint Cottage, Holt

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Flint 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 . Prices at Flint Cottage start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Flint Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Flint Cottage


Sleeps 4 Flint Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

High View in Pickering, North Yorkshire, North East England

High View, Pickering

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

High View self catering accommodation in Pickering, North Yorkshire sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . High View does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at High View start from £419 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about High View


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Wayfarer Cottage in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

Wayfarer Cottage, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Wayfarer 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 and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Wayfarer Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Wayfarer Cottage start from £408 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Wayfarer Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

The Old Coach House in Cawston, Norfolk, East England

The Old Coach House, Cawston

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Old Coach House 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: Garden Swimming Pool . Activities close by include horse riding fishing . Prices at The Old Coach House start from £340 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Old Coach House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Old Coach House


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Fishing close by Garden The Old Coach House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Bay Tree Cottage in Mundesley, Norfolk, East England

Bay Tree Cottage, Mundesley

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Bay Tree Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Bay Tree Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf horse riding fishing . Prices at Bay Tree Cottage start from £372 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Bay Tree Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Bay Tree Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Garden Bay Tree Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Spindrift in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Spindrift, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Spindrift in South West England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Spindrift is close to the beach. Prices at Spindrift start from £818 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Spindrift


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Luxury self catering

Buttershaw Cottage in Lynton, Devon, South West England

Buttershaw Cottage, Lynton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Buttershaw Cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Buttershaw Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Buttershaw Cottage start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Buttershaw Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach

Herb Garden Cottage in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Herb Garden Cottage, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Herb Garden 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 . Herb Garden Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Herb Garden Cottage start from £465 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Herb Garden Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden

Badger Cottage in Saxmundham, Suffolk, East England

Badger Cottage, Saxmundham

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Badger Cottage in East England has a 3 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: Garden . Prices at Badger Cottage start from £348 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Badger Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden

 

 

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 9962 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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