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 Mill House in Lee, Devon, South West England

The Mill House, Lee

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Mill House in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 10. This 5 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. The Mill House is close to the beach. Prices at The Mill House start from £1090 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Mill House


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Ocean Side in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Ocean Side, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Ocean Side in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Ocean Side is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Ocean Side does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ocean Side start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ocean Side


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

Swallow Cottage in Friston, Suffolk, East England

Swallow Cottage, Friston

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Swallow Cottage 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. Activities close by include horse riding fishing . Prices at Swallow Cottage start from £425 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Swallow Cottage


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available

Finnea Lakeland in Cavan, County Cavan, Ireland-East

Finnea Lakeland, Cavan

Breaks in County CavanIreland-East

Finnea Lakeland self catering accommodation in Cavan, County Cavan sleeps . This Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Prices at Finnea Lakeland start from £196 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Finnea Lakeland


Ideal for a romantic break

2 bedroom cottage in Boscastle, Cornwall, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Boscastle

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

2 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. 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £435 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available

Victoria Villa in Downderry, Cornwall, South West England

Victoria Villa, Downderry

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Victoria Villa self catering accommodation in Downderry, Cornwall sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Holiday Home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Victoria Villa is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Victoria Villa start from £386 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Victoria Villa


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Garden

Bourne Cottage in Weybourne, Norfolk, East England

Bourne Cottage, Weybourne

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Bourne Cottage in East 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 and features include: Garden . Bourne Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Bourne Cottage start from £342 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Bourne Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Bourne Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Golf close by Garden Bourne Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Herons Rise in Weybourne, Norfolk, East England

Herons Rise, Weybourne

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Herons Rise 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: Garden . Herons Rise is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Herons Rise does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Herons Rise start from £293 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Herons Rise customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Herons Rise


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Golf close by Garden Herons Rise Customer Feedback and Reviews

2 bedroom cottage in Bude, Cornwall, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Bude

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

2 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £395 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


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

High House Cottage in Clanfield, Oxfordshire, Central England

High House Cottage, Clanfield

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

High House Cottage self catering accommodation in Clanfield, Oxfordshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. It is listed as wheelchair accessible but please check direct prior to booking. Prices at High House Cottage start from £565 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about High House Cottage


Sleeps 2 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Garden 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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