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

Cobble Cottage in Sedgeford, Norfolk, East England

Cobble Cottage, Sedgeford

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Cobble Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Cobble Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cobble Cottage start from £471 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cobble Cottage


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Queen Bee Cottage in Dersingham, Norfolk, East England

Queen Bee Cottage, Dersingham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Queen Bee Cottage self catering accommodation in Dersingham, Norfolk sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Queen Bee Cottage start from £311 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Queen Bee Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Stable Cottage in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

Stable Cottage, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Stable Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Stable Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Stable Cottage start from £334 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Stable Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden

Sea Pebbles in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sea Pebbles, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Sea Pebbles in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 7. This 4 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Sea Pebbles is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Sea Pebbles start from £428 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sea Pebbles


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden

Longstraw in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Longstraw, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Longstraw 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: Garden . It also has Internet access. Longstraw is close to the beach. Prices at Longstraw start from £359 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Longstraw


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

Bay Dreams in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Bay Dreams, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Bay Dreams in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Bay Dreams is close to the beach. Prices at Bay Dreams start from £321 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bay Dreams


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach

Victoria Cottage in Lyng, Norfolk, East England

Victoria Cottage, Lyng

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Victoria Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Activities close by include horse riding fishing . Prices at Victoria Cottage start from £325 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Victoria Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Victoria Cottage


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Garden Victoria Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

1 bedroom holiday home in , Banff, Highlands Scotland

1 bedroom holiday home,

Breaks in BanffHighlands Scotland

1 bedroom holiday home in Highlands Scotland 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 1 bedroom holiday home start from £295 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom holiday home


Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

4 bedroom cottage in Brixham, Devon, South West England

4 bedroom cottage, Brixham

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

4 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 . 4 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 4 bedroom cottage start from £475 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 4 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Garden

The Coach House in Kings Lynn, Norfolk, East England

The Coach House, Kings Lynn

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Coach House in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at The Coach House start from £360 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Coach House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Coach House


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner The Coach House Customer Feedback and Reviews

 

 

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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Find Cottage Holidays

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