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

Belmullet in Broadhaven, County Mayo, Ireland-West

Belmullet, Broadhaven

Breaks in County MayoIreland-West

Belmullet self catering accommodation in Broadhaven, County Mayo sleeps 10. This 5 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Belmullet start from £269 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Belmullet


Sleeps 10 or more Golf close by Luxury self catering

Cushendall in Antrim Coast, County Antrim, Ireland-North

Cushendall, Antrim Coast

Breaks in County AntrimIreland-North

Cushendall self catering accommodation in Antrim Coast, County Antrim sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Cushendall is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Cushendall does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cushendall start from £313 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cushendall


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break

Drumcondra in Dublin City, County Dublin, Ireland-East

Drumcondra, Dublin City

Breaks in County DublinIreland-East

Drumcondra self catering accommodation in Dublin City, County Dublin sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Drumcondra start from £313 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Drumcondra


Sleeps 4 Golf close by Internet WIFI available

The Merchants House in Dartmouth, Devon, South West England

The Merchants House, Dartmouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Merchants House self catering accommodation in Dartmouth, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at The Merchants House start from £486 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Merchants House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Merchants House


Sleeps 6 Games room The Merchants House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Mary's Cottage in Mousehole, Cornwall, South West England

Mary's Cottage, Mousehole

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Mary's Cottage self catering accommodation in Mousehole, 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. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Mary's Cottage start from £296 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mary's Cottage


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available

Stable Cottage in Castle Combe, Somerset, South West England

Stable Cottage, Castle Combe

Breaks in SomersetSouth West England

Stable Cottage self catering accommodation in Castle Combe, Somerset sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached . Stable Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. It is listed as wheelchair accessible but please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Stable Cottage start from £458 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Stable Cottage


Sleeps 2 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly

Kenora in Marazion, Cornwall, South West England

Kenora, Marazion

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Kenora self catering accommodation in Marazion, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Kenora is close to the beach. Prices at Kenora start from £444 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kenora


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Ardcath in Bettystown Coast, County Meath, Ireland-East

Ardcath, Bettystown Coast

Breaks in County MeathIreland-East

Ardcath self catering accommodation in Bettystown Coast, County Meath sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Ardcath start from £252 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ardcath


Sleeps 2 Golf close by Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break

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 8. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Ballyferriter is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Ballyferriter does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ballyferriter start from £279 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyferriter


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

Topsail in South Sands, Devon, South West England

Topsail, South Sands

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Topsail self catering accommodation in South Sands, Devon sleeps 6. This luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . Topsail is close to the beach. Prices at Topsail start from £614 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Topsail


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Games room 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 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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