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

Golden Lion Barn in Thursford, Norfolk, East England

Golden Lion Barn, Thursford

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Golden Lion Barn in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Golden Lion Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Golden Lion Barn start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Golden Lion Barn customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Golden Lion Barn


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Golden Lion Barn Customer Feedback and Reviews

Millway Cottage in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Millway Cottage, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Millway Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Millway Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Millway Cottage start from £580 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Millway Cottage


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Hebask in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, South West England

Hebask, Mawgan Porth

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Hebask self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Hebask is close to the beach. Prices at Hebask start from £640 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hebask


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Foden Lodge in Fakenham, Norfolk, East England

Foden Lodge, Fakenham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Foden Lodge in East England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom luxury Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Foden Lodge start from £642 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Foden Lodge customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Foden Lodge


Sleeps 8 Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering Foden Lodge Customer Feedback and Reviews

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

Ceilidh Cottage in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Ceilidh Cottage, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Ceilidh 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 . Ceilidh Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Ceilidh Cottage start from £450 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ceilidh Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden

Clarendon House in Fowey, Cornwall, South West England

Clarendon House, Fowey

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Clarendon House self catering accommodation in Fowey, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Clarendon House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Clarendon House start from £842 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Clarendon House


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

Peddars Cottage in Castle Acre, Norfolk, East England

Peddars Cottage, Castle Acre

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Peddars Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Open Fire/woodburner . Peddars Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Peddars Cottage start from £311 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Peddars Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Open fire or wood burner

Apple Tree Cottage in South Cerney, Gloucestershire, South West England

Apple Tree Cottage, South Cerney

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Apple Tree Cottage self catering accommodation in South Cerney, Gloucestershire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Apple Tree Cottage start from £1017 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Apple Tree Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Lamp House in Thorpeness, Suffolk, East England

The Lamp House, Thorpeness

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Lamp House in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . The Lamp House is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . The Lamp House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Lamp House start from £389 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Lamp House


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Golf close by

 

 

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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