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

Riverside Cottage in Saxmundham, Suffolk, East England

Riverside Cottage, Saxmundham

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Riverside 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: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Riverside Cottage start from £311 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Riverside Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

The Beat in North Elmham, Norfolk, East England

The Beat, North Elmham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Beat in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at The Beat start from £311 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Beat customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Beat


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Garden The Beat Customer Feedback and Reviews

Valentines Cottage in Braunton, Devon, South West England

Valentines Cottage, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Valentines 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: Garden . Valentines Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Valentines Cottage start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Valentines Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

Ash House in Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire, South West England

Ash House, Somerford Keynes

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Ash House self catering accommodation in Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Ash House start from £994 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ash House


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Open fire or wood burner

Holiday House with a view in Cauldhame, Stirlingshire, Central Scotland

Holiday House with a view, Cauldhame

Breaks in StirlingshireCentral Scotland

Holiday House with a view self catering accommodation in Cauldhame, Stirlingshire sleeps 21. This 1 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Holiday House with a view does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Holiday House with a view start from £2 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Holiday House with a view


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Games room

The Meadows in Stanhoe, Norfolk, East England

The Meadows, Stanhoe

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Meadows in East 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 Garden Open Fire/woodburner . The Meadows does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Meadows start from £407 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Meadows customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Meadows


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner The Meadows Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Coach House in Kingsheanton, Devon, South West England

The Coach House, Kingsheanton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Coach House 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: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. The Coach House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Coach House start from £270 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Coach House


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Top Deck in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Top Deck, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Top Deck in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Top Deck is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Top Deck start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Top Deck


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Internet WIFI available

Milliners Cottage in Burnham Market, Norfolk, East England

Milliners Cottage, Burnham Market

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Milliners Cottage in East 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: Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Milliners Cottage start from £342 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Milliners Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Milliners Cottage


Sleeps 2 Golf close by Open fire or wood burner Milliners Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Forge in Hempstead, Norfolk, East England

The Forge, Hempstead

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Forge in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . The Forge does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Forge start from £572 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Forge customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Forge


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner The Forge Customer Feedback and Reviews

 

 

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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