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

Glengad Hill in Broadhaven, County Mayo, Ireland-West

Glengad Hill, Broadhaven

Breaks in County MayoIreland-West

Glengad Hill self catering accommodation in Broadhaven, County Mayo sleeps 10. This 5 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Glengad Hill is close to the beach. Glengad Hill does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Glengad Hill start from £300 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glengad Hill


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Pet friendly

Cong in Lough Mask, County Mayo, Ireland-West

Cong, Lough Mask

Breaks in County MayoIreland-West

Cong self catering accommodation in Lough Mask, County Mayo sleeps 12. This 6 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Cong does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cong start from £331 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cong


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

Greencastle in Inishowen Peninsula, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Greencastle, Inishowen Peninsula

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Greencastle self catering accommodation in Inishowen Peninsula, County Donegal sleeps 6. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Greencastle is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Greencastle does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Greencastle start from £258 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Greencastle


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

Greystones in Sunny East Coast, County Wicklow, Ireland-East

Greystones, Sunny East Coast

Breaks in County WicklowIreland-East

Greystones self catering accommodation in Sunny East Coast, County Wicklow sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Greystones is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Greystones does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Greystones start from £833 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Greystones


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Golf close by Internet WIFI available

The Hoot in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

The Hoot, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Hoot self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 6. This Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . The Hoot is close to the beach. Prices at The Hoot start from £525 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Hoot customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Hoot


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Games room The Hoot Customer Feedback and Reviews

Ballyshannon in Donegal Bay, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Ballyshannon, Donegal Bay

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Ballyshannon self catering accommodation in Donegal Bay, County Donegal sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Ballyshannon does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ballyshannon start from £230 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyshannon


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

Highcliff Cottage in Sennen, Cornwall, South West England

Highcliff Cottage, Sennen

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Highcliff Cottage self catering accommodation in Sennen, 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. Highcliff Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Highcliff Cottage start from £375 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Highcliff Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Portrush in Antrim Coast, County Antrim, Ireland-North

Portrush, Antrim Coast

Breaks in County AntrimIreland-North

Portrush 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. Portrush is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Portrush does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Portrush start from £313 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Portrush


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

The Beach House in Thurlestone, Devon, South West England

The Beach House, Thurlestone

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Beach House self catering accommodation in Thurlestone, Devon sleeps 2. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . The Beach House is close to the beach. Prices at The Beach House start from £391 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Beach House


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Games room

Honnor Cottage in St. Buryan, Cornwall, South West England

Honnor Cottage, St. Buryan

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Honnor Cottage self catering accommodation in St. Buryan, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Honnor Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Honnor Cottage start from £238 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Honnor Cottage


Sleeps 2 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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