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

Ty Lawr in Cemaes Bay, Isle of Anglesey, North Wales

Ty Lawr, Cemaes Bay

Breaks in Isle of AngleseyNorth Wales

Ty Lawr self catering accommodation in Cemaes Bay, Isle of Anglesey sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Ty Lawr does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ty Lawr start from £515 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ty Lawr


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden 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

The Old Chapel in Banningham, Norfolk, East England

The Old Chapel, Banningham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Old Chapel in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 3. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at The Old Chapel start from £314 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Old Chapel customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Old Chapel


Sleeps 2 Fishing close by Garden Open fire or wood burner The Old Chapel Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Old Linhay in Barnstaple, Devon, South West England

The Old Linhay, Barnstaple

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Old Linhay in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . The Old Linhay does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Old Linhay start from £389 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Linhay


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden

Summerville in Lynmouth, Devon, South West England

Summerville, Lynmouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Summerville in South West England has a 4 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 . It also has Internet access. Summerville is close to the beach. Prices at Summerville start from £402 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Summerville


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Derwen Fawr in Michaelston-Y-Fedw, Pembrokeshire, South Wales

Derwen Fawr, Michaelston-Y-Fedw

Breaks in PembrokeshireSouth Wales

Derwen Fawr self catering accommodation in Michaelston-Y-Fedw, Pembrokeshire sleeps 8. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Derwen Fawr start from £349 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Derwen Fawr


Sleeps 8 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

1 bedroom holiday home in Weare Giffard, Devon, South West England

1 bedroom holiday home, Weare Giffard

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

1 bedroom holiday home in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at 1 bedroom holiday home start from £280 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom holiday home


Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break

Oyster Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Oyster Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Oyster 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 Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Oyster Cottage is close to the beach. Oyster Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Oyster Cottage start from £363 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Oyster Cottage


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Big Cornish Beach House in Hayle, Cornwall, South West England

Big Cornish Beach House, Hayle

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Big Cornish Beach House self catering accommodation in Hayle, Cornwall sleeps 30. This 9 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Big Cornish Beach House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Big Cornish Beach House start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Big Cornish Beach House


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

Captains Quarters in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Captains Quarters, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Captains Quarters in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 3. This 2 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Captains Quarters is close to the beach. Prices at Captains Quarters start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Captains Quarters


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach 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 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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