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

3 St Georges Terrace in Felixstowe, Suffolk, East England

3 St Georges Terrace, Felixstowe

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

3 St Georges Terrace 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 Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. 3 St Georges Terrace is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at 3 St Georges Terrace start from £347 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 St Georges Terrace


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

1 Chequers Row in Friston, Suffolk, East England

1 Chequers Row, Friston

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

1 Chequers Row 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 . 1 Chequers Row is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at 1 Chequers Row start from £315 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 Chequers Row


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden

Honeysuckle Lodge in Bideford, Devon, South West England

Honeysuckle Lodge, Bideford

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Honeysuckle Lodge in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Honeysuckle Lodge is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Honeysuckle Lodge does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Honeysuckle Lodge start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Honeysuckle Lodge


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Garden

Barn House Cottage in Wroxham, Norfolk, East England

Barn House Cottage, Wroxham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Barn House Cottage in East England has a 3 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 . It also has Internet access. Barn House Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Barn House Cottage start from £261 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Barn House Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Barn House Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Barn House Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Janeiro in Mundesley, Norfolk, East England

Janeiro, Mundesley

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Janeiro self catering accommodation in Mundesley, Norfolk sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Janeiro is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf horse riding fishing . Prices at Janeiro start from £359 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Janeiro


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Garden Open fire or wood burner

Stars Cove in Instow, Devon, South West England

Stars Cove, Instow

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Stars Cove in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Stars Cove is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Stars Cove does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Stars Cove start from £320 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Stars Cove


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

The Cabin in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

The Cabin, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Cabin in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 2 bedroom Cottage 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. The Cabin is close to the beach. The Cabin does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Cabin start from £510 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Cabin


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

Large Georgian Mansion in St Boswells, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Large Georgian Mansion, St Boswells

Breaks in RoxburghshireBorders Scotland

Large Georgian Mansion self catering accommodation in St Boswells, Roxburghshire sleeps 28. This 1 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Large Georgian Mansion does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Large Georgian Mansion start from £2 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Large Georgian Mansion


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

Enniscrone in Atlantic Coast, County Sligo, Ireland-West

Enniscrone, Atlantic Coast

Breaks in County SligoIreland-West

Enniscrone self catering accommodation in Atlantic Coast, County Sligo sleeps . This Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Enniscrone is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Enniscrone start from £225 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Enniscrone


Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by

3 bedroom cottage in Saunton, Devon, South West England

3 bedroom cottage, Saunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

3 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to . This cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Swimming Pool . 3 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 3 bedroom cottage start from £495 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom cottage


Indoor pool Close to the Beach

 

 

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 9963 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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Cottage Holiday Favourites