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 Hay House in Thursford, Norfolk, East England

The Hay House, Thursford

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Hay House in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . The Hay House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Hay House start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Hay House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Hay House


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden The Hay House Customer Feedback and Reviews

1 bedroom cottage in Holsworthy, Devon, South West England

1 bedroom cottage, Holsworthy

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

1 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached . Prices at 1 bedroom cottage start from £240 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom cottage


Ideal for a romantic break

Top Flat at Morlais in Rhosneigr, Isle of Anglesey, North Wales

Top Flat at Morlais, Rhosneigr

Breaks in Isle of AngleseyNorth Wales

Top Flat at Morlais self catering accommodation in Rhosneigr, Isle of Anglesey sleeps 8. This 3 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Top Flat at Morlais does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Top Flat at Morlais start from £278 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Top Flat at Morlais


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

The Sun Deck in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

The Sun Deck, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Sun Deck 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 . The Sun Deck is close to the beach. Prices at The Sun Deck start from £408 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Sun Deck


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Garden

3 bedroom cottage in Welcombe, Devon, South West England

3 bedroom cottage, Welcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

3 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. 3 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 3 bedroom cottage start from £475 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Highland Castle + Cottage in Drumnadrochit, Inverness-shire, Highlands Scotland

Highland Castle + Cottage, Drumnadrochit

Breaks in Inverness-shireHighlands Scotland

Highland Castle + Cottage self catering accommodation in Drumnadrochit, Inverness-shire sleeps 22. This 1 bedroom Castle is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Four poster bed Hot Tub Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Highland Castle + Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Highland Castle + Cottage start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Highland Castle + Cottage


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

The Blue Deck House in Weybourne, Norfolk, East England

The Blue Deck House, Weybourne

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Blue Deck House self catering accommodation in Weybourne, Norfolk sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . The Blue Deck House is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at The Blue Deck House start from £373 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Blue Deck House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Blue Deck House


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Golf close by Garden The Blue Deck House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Mill Holm Cottage in Cherington, Oxfordshire, Central England

Mill Holm Cottage, Cherington

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

Mill Holm Cottage self catering accommodation in Cherington, Oxfordshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . Prices at Mill Holm Cottage start from £546 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mill Holm Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Oak Lodge in Swannington, Norfolk, East England

Oak Lodge, Swannington

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Oak Lodge in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf horse riding . Prices at Oak Lodge start from £471 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Oak Lodge customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Oak Lodge


Sleeps 6 Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Oak Lodge Customer Feedback and Reviews

Aberfeldy Holiday House in Aberfeldy, Perthshire, Central Scotland

Aberfeldy Holiday House, Aberfeldy

Breaks in PerthshireCentral Scotland

Aberfeldy Holiday House self catering accommodation in Aberfeldy, Perthshire sleeps 11. This 5 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Aberfeldy Holiday House start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Aberfeldy Holiday House


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

 

 

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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