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

Distant Point in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Distant Point, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Distant Point in South West 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: Detached . Distant Point is close to the beach. Distant Point does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Distant Point start from £489 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Distant Point


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly

Pond Cottage in Acle, Norfolk, East England

Pond Cottage, Acle

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Pond Cottage in East England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Pond Cottage start from £805 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Pond Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Pond Cottage


Sleeps 8 Garden Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering Pond Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Bakers Cottage in Ludham, Norfolk, East England

Bakers Cottage, Ludham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Bakers 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 . Prices at Bakers Cottage start from £252 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Bakers Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Bakers Cottage


Sleeps 2 Bakers Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Baronial Castle in Barnacarry, Argyll, West Scotland

Baronial Castle, Barnacarry

Breaks in ArgyllWest Scotland

Baronial Castle self catering accommodation in Barnacarry, Argyll sleeps 15. This 7 bedroom Castle is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Baronial Castle does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Baronial Castle start from £2 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Baronial Castle


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

Breezy in Eccles Beach, Norfolk, East England

Breezy, Eccles Beach

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Breezy in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Breezy is close to the beach. Prices at Breezy start from £311 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Breezy customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Breezy


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Breezy Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Studio - Wedgewood House in Southrepps, Norfolk, East England

The Studio - Wedgewood House, Southrepps

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Studio - Wedgewood House 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: Detached Garden . Prices at The Studio - Wedgewood House start from £252 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Studio - Wedgewood House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Studio - Wedgewood House


Sleeps 2 Garden The Studio - Wedgewood House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Sol Backen in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sol Backen, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Sol Backen in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 4 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. Sol Backen is close to the beach. Prices at Sol Backen start from £858 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sol Backen


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

Skibbereen in Skibbereen, County Cork, Ireland-South

Skibbereen, Skibbereen

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Skibbereen self catering accommodation in Skibbereen, County Cork sleeps . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Skibbereen is close to the beach. Prices at Skibbereen start from £180 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Skibbereen


Close to the Beach

Bundoran in Donegal Bay, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Bundoran, Donegal Bay

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Bundoran self catering accommodation in Donegal Bay, County Donegal sleeps . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Bundoran is close to the beach. Prices at Bundoran start from £333 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bundoran


Close to the Beach

Chehondo in Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire, South West England

Chehondo, Somerford Keynes

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Chehondo self catering accommodation in Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire sleeps 9. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Chehondo start from £1857 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Chehondo


Sleeps 8 Indoor pool 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 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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