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

Large Country House in Ormidale, Argyll, West Scotland

Large Country House, Ormidale

Breaks in ArgyllWest Scotland

Large Country House self catering accommodation in Ormidale, Argyll sleeps 31. This 1 bedroom Country House is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Hot Tub Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Large Country House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Large Country House start from £3 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Large Country House


Sleeps 10 or more Indoor pool Pet friendly Golf close by Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Hot tub

Goen in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, South West England

Goen, Mawgan Porth

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Goen self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Goen is close to the beach. Goen does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Goen start from £1135 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Goen


Sleeps 8 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Red Brick Cottage in Lavenham, Suffolk, East England

Red Brick Cottage, Lavenham

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Red Brick 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 and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Red Brick Cottage is close to the beach. Red Brick Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Red Brick Cottage start from £245 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Red Brick Cottage


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

Nevek in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, South West England

Nevek, Mawgan Porth

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Nevek self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Nevek is close to the beach. Nevek does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Nevek start from £640 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Nevek


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

The Old Post Office in Colby, Norfolk, East England

The Old Post Office, Colby

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Old Post Office 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 Old Post Office start from £239 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Old Post Office customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Old Post Office


Sleeps 2 Garden The Old Post Office Customer Feedback and Reviews

Norton Marsh Mill in Reedham, Norfolk, East England

Norton Marsh Mill, Reedham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Norton Marsh Mill in East England has a 2 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 Garden . Prices at Norton Marsh Mill start from £360 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Norton Marsh Mill


Sleeps 4 Garden

3 bedroom cottage in Maidstone, Kent, South East England

3 bedroom cottage, Maidstone

Breaks in KentSouth East England

3 bedroom cottage in South East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at 3 bedroom cottage start from £735 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom cottage


Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

East Burrow Farm in Crediton, Devon, South West England

East Burrow Farm, Crediton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

East Burrow Farm 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 and features include: Garden . Activities close by include horse riding . East Burrow Farm does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at East Burrow Farm start from £234 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about East Burrow Farm


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Games room

Bowood Barn in Torrington, Devon, South West England

Bowood Barn, Torrington

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Bowood Barn in South West 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: Detached Garden . Bowood Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bowood Barn start from £265 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bowood Barn


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

Rose Cottage in Old Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Rose Cottage, Old Hunstanton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Rose Cottage 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 . Rose Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Rose Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Rose Cottage start from £311 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rose Cottage


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Golf close by 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 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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