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

Potters Barn in Dersingham, Norfolk, East England

Potters Barn, Dersingham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Potters 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 . Prices at Potters Barn start from £327 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Potters Barn customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Potters Barn


Sleeps 4 Garden Potters Barn Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Bolt Hole in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

The Bolt Hole, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Bolt Hole 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 . The Bolt Hole is close to the beach. Prices at The Bolt Hole start from £292 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Bolt Hole


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden

The Coach House in Sellack, Herefordshire, West England

The Coach House, Sellack

Breaks in HerefordshireWest England

The Coach House self catering accommodation in Sellack, Herefordshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . The Coach House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. It is listed as wheelchair accessible but please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Coach House start from £350 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Coach House


Sleeps 2 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Nantewas Studio in Lamorna, Cornwall, South West England

Nantewas Studio, Lamorna

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Nantewas Studio self catering accommodation in Lamorna, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached . It also has Internet access. Nantewas Studio does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Nantewas Studio start from £263 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Nantewas Studio


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

Ardnacrusha in Lough Derg, County Clare, Ireland-West

Ardnacrusha, Lough Derg

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Ardnacrusha self catering accommodation in Lough Derg, County Clare sleeps . This luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Ardnacrusha is close to the beach. Ardnacrusha does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ardnacrusha start from £272 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ardnacrusha


Close to the Beach Pet friendly Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

Bridge House in Thornage, Norfolk, East England

Bridge House, Thornage

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Bridge House self catering accommodation in Thornage, Norfolk sleeps 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Bridge House is close to the beach. Prices at Bridge House start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Bridge House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Bridge House


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden Open fire or wood burner Bridge House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Brambles in Ilketshall St Margaret, Suffolk, East England

Brambles, Ilketshall St Margaret

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Brambles 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 and features include: Detached Garden Hot Tub Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Brambles does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Brambles start from £334 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Brambles


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

Greengages Lodge in Wroxham, Norfolk, East England

Greengages Lodge, Wroxham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Greengages Lodge self catering accommodation in Wroxham, Norfolk sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Lodge 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. Prices at Greengages Lodge start from £340 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Greengages Lodge


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

The Hollies in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

The Hollies, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Hollies 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 . The Hollies is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . The Hollies does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Hollies start from £399 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Hollies


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden

Seaford House in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Seaford House, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Seaford House 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: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Seaford House is close to the beach. Seaford House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Seaford House start from £409 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Seaford House


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

 

 

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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