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

The Holt in North Elmham, Norfolk, East England

The Holt, North Elmham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Holt in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Prices at The Holt start from £336 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Holt customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Holt


Sleeps 2 Garden The Holt Customer Feedback and Reviews

Avocet Cottage in Friston, Suffolk, East England

Avocet Cottage, Friston

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Avocet 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 . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding fishing . Prices at Avocet Cottage start from £295 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Avocet Cottage


Sleeps 2 Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available

11 Elm Road in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

11 Elm Road, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

11 Elm Road 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 . It also has Internet access. 11 Elm Road does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 11 Elm Road start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 11 Elm Road


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

3 Field House Cottages in Hindringham, Norfolk, East England

3 Field House Cottages, Hindringham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

3 Field House Cottages 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: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. 3 Field House Cottages is close to the beach. 3 Field House Cottages does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 3 Field House Cottages start from £341 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 3 Field House Cottages customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 3 Field House Cottages


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner 3 Field House Cottages Customer Feedback and Reviews

Wisteria Cottage in Milton-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire, Central England

Wisteria Cottage, Milton-under-Wychwood

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

Wisteria Cottage self catering accommodation in Milton-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Wisteria Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Wisteria Cottage start from £633 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Wisteria Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Laurels in Fakenham, Norfolk, East England

The Laurels, Fakenham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Laurels in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . Prices at The Laurels start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Laurels customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Laurels


Sleeps 6 Garden The Laurels Customer Feedback and Reviews

Honeycott in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Honeycott, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Honeycott in South West 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 . Honeycott is close to the beach. Prices at Honeycott start from £321 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Honeycott


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach

Shamrock Cottage in Hindringham, Norfolk, East England

Shamrock Cottage, Hindringham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Shamrock Cottage 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: Garden . Shamrock Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Shamrock Cottage start from £359 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Shamrock Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Shamrock Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Shamrock Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

4 bedroom cottage in Bridlington, East Yorkshire, North East England

4 bedroom cottage, Bridlington

Breaks in East YorkshireNorth East England

4 bedroom cottage in North East England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to . This luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. 4 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 4 bedroom cottage start from £575 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 4 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

The Granary in Saxmundham, Suffolk, East England

The Granary, Saxmundham

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Granary 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 The Granary start from £260 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Granary


Sleeps 2 Garden

 

 

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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