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

Fuchsia Cottage in Stanhoe, Norfolk, East England

Fuchsia Cottage, Stanhoe

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Fuchsia Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Fuchsia Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Fuchsia Cottage start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Fuchsia Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Fuchsia Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Fuchsia Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Pines in Norwich, Norfolk, East England

The Pines, Norwich

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Pines 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: Detached . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Pines start from £359 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Pines customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Pines


Sleeps 2 Internet WIFI available The Pines Customer Feedback and Reviews

Wild Rose in Treligga, Cornwall, South West England

Wild Rose, Treligga

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Wild Rose self catering accommodation in Treligga, Cornwall sleeps 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. Wild Rose does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Wild Rose start from £301 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Wild Rose


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Beach Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Beach Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Beach 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 . Beach Cottage is close to the beach. Beach Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Beach Cottage start from £500 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beach Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Jasmine Cottage in Stowmarket, Suffolk, East England

Jasmine Cottage, Stowmarket

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Jasmine Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Jasmine Cottage start from £421 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Jasmine Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

3 bedroom cottage in Slapton Sands, Devon, South West England

3 bedroom cottage, Slapton Sands

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

3 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 Open Fire/woodburner . 3 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 3 bedroom cottage start from £475 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Garden Open fire or wood burner

2 bedroom holiday home in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

2 bedroom holiday home, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

2 bedroom holiday home in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom holiday home is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom holiday home start from £355 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom holiday home


Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Top Step Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Top Step Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Top Step Cottage 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 . It also has Internet access. Top Step Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Top Step Cottage start from £386 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Top Step Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

Wagtail Barn in Swannington, Norfolk, East England

Wagtail Barn, Swannington

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Wagtail Barn 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 . Activities close by include golf . Wagtail Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Wagtail Barn start from £311 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Wagtail Barn customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Wagtail Barn


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Golf close by Garden Wagtail Barn Customer Feedback and Reviews

Rosslyn in Lansallos, Cornwall, South West England

Rosslyn, Lansallos

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Rosslyn self catering accommodation in Lansallos, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Rosslyn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Rosslyn start from £336 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rosslyn


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly 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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