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

Penntir in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, South West England

Penntir, Mawgan Porth

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Penntir self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Penntir is close to the beach. Prices at Penntir start from £450 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Penntir


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

The Cottage on the Green in Orford Suffolk, Suffolk, East England

The Cottage on the Green, Orford Suffolk

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Cottage on the Green 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 Open Fire/woodburner . The Cottage on the Green is close to the beach. Prices at The Cottage on the Green start from £446 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Cottage on the Green


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Open fire or wood burner

Highland Holiday House in Braemar, Aberdeenshire, East Scotland

Highland Holiday House, Braemar

Breaks in AberdeenshireEast Scotland

Highland Holiday House self catering accommodation in Braemar, Aberdeenshire sleeps 10. This 5 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Highland Holiday House start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Highland Holiday House


Sleeps 10 or more Garden Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

Beachcomber in Portreath, Cornwall, South West England

Beachcomber, Portreath

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Beachcomber self catering accommodation in Portreath, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Beachcomber is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Beachcomber does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Beachcomber start from £503 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beachcomber


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

Top Step Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Top Step Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Top Step Cottage in East England has a 2 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Top Step Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Top Step Cottage start from £386 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Top Step Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

Farrier's Cottage in Iken, Suffolk, East England

Farrier's Cottage, Iken

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Farrier's 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 . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . Farrier's Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Farrier's Cottage start from £282 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Farrier's Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

Red Mill in Reedham, Norfolk, East England

Red Mill, Reedham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Red Mill in East England has a 2 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Prices at Red Mill start from £311 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Red Mill customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Red Mill


Sleeps 2 Garden Red Mill Customer Feedback and Reviews

Carney in Grange, County Sligo, Ireland-West

Carney, Grange

Breaks in County SligoIreland-West

Carney self catering accommodation in Grange, County Sligo sleeps . This Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Carney is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Carney start from £247 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Carney


Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by

Parke Cottage in Aylsham, Norfolk, East England

Parke Cottage, Aylsham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Parke Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Prices at Parke Cottage start from £327 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Parke Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Parke Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden Parke Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

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

 

 

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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