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

Top Deck in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Top Deck, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Top Deck 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. Top Deck is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Top Deck start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Top Deck


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

Swan Lane House in Burford, Oxfordshire, Central England

Swan Lane House, Burford

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

Swan Lane House self catering accommodation in Burford, Oxfordshire sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Swan Lane House start from £1700 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Swan Lane House


Sleeps 8 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Swallows in Treligga, Cornwall, South West England

Swallows, Treligga

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Swallows self catering accommodation in Treligga, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Swallows start from £301 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Swallows


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

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

Ballyferriter in Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Ballyferriter, Dingle Peninsula

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Ballyferriter self catering accommodation in Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry sleeps . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Ballyferriter is close to the beach. Prices at Ballyferriter start from £244 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyferriter


Close to the Beach Open fire or wood burner

Admiral Cottage in Tregrehan Mills, Cornwall, South West England

Admiral Cottage, Tregrehan Mills

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Admiral Cottage self catering accommodation in Tregrehan Mills, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Admiral Cottage start from £238 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Admiral Cottage


Sleeps 2 Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Mill House in Docking, Norfolk, East England

Mill House, Docking

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Mill House in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 9. 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. Mill House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Mill House start from £528 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mill House


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

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

Miranda Cottage in Helston, Cornwall, South West England

Miranda Cottage, Helston

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Miranda Cottage self catering accommodation in Helston, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Miranda Cottage start from £375 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Miranda Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available

The Manor House in Bainbridge, North Yorkshire, North East England

The Manor House, Bainbridge

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

The Manor House self catering accommodation in Bainbridge, North Yorkshire sleeps 9. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . The Manor House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Manor House start from £645 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Manor House


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden 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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Find Cottage Holidays mission is to promote the very best of the UK and Ireland's wonderful self catering accommodation, whether it be cottages, apartments, lodges, chalets, houses, villas or bungalows. But, it's not just about the cottages, we also try and bring you some helpful guides and information on the places to go, things to see and activities to do while you enjoy your break in England, Scotland, Wales or Ireland. In fact, we are adding to our list daily but if you think we have missed somewhere special tell us via our Facebook page. With wonderful countryside and superb coastlines to explore the UK and Ireland has so much to offer.

Cottage Holiday Favourites