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

Ebenezer House in Saxmundham, Suffolk, East England

Ebenezer House, Saxmundham

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Ebenezer House 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 . It also has Internet access. Ebenezer House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ebenezer House start from £274 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ebenezer House


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Mailscot in Mortehoe, Devon, South West England

Mailscot, Mortehoe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Mailscot 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 . Mailscot does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Mailscot start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mailscot


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden

Cliff Cottage in Great Ayton, North Yorkshire, North East England

Cliff Cottage, Great Ayton

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

Cliff Cottage self catering accommodation in Great Ayton, North Yorkshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Cliff Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cliff Cottage start from £203 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cliff Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

Honeysuckle Lodge in Bideford, Devon, South West England

Honeysuckle Lodge, Bideford

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Honeysuckle Lodge in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Honeysuckle Lodge is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Honeysuckle Lodge does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Honeysuckle Lodge start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Honeysuckle Lodge


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Garden

Rowan Cottage in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Rowan Cottage, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Rowan Cottage 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: Open Fire/woodburner . Rowan Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Rowan Cottage start from £359 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rowan Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Open fire or wood burner

The Sheilings in Burnham Market, Norfolk, East England

The Sheilings, Burnham Market

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Sheilings in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Activities close by include golf . The Sheilings does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Sheilings start from £340 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Sheilings customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Sheilings


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Golf close by Garden The Sheilings Customer Feedback and Reviews

Ballydarrig House in Cahersiveen, County Kerry, Ireland South

Ballydarrig House, Cahersiveen

Breaks in County KerryIreland South

Ballydarrig House self catering accommodation in Cahersiveen, County Kerry sleeps 12. This 6 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Ballydarrig House start from £280 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballydarrig House


Sleeps 10 or more Garden Open fire or wood burner

Valley View in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, South West England

Valley View, Mawgan Porth

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Valley View 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: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Valley View is close to the beach. Prices at Valley View start from £775 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Valley View


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Quay Cottage in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, East England

Quay Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Quay Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Quay Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Quay Cottage start from £472 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Quay Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Quay Cottage


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden Quay Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

1 bedroom apartment in Camborne, Cornwall, South West England

1 bedroom apartment, Camborne

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

1 bedroom apartment in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. 1 bedroom apartment is close to the beach. Prices at 1 bedroom apartment start from £325 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom apartment


Indoor pool Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Luxury self catering

 

 

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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