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

The Tardis in Ludham, Norfolk, East England

The Tardis, Ludham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Tardis in East England has a 2 star rating and can sleep up to 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at The Tardis start from £229 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Tardis customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Tardis


Sleeps 2 Garden The Tardis Customer Feedback and Reviews

Helens in Wroxham, Norfolk, East England

Helens, Wroxham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Helens in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Activities close by include fishing . Helens does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Helens start from £260 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Helens customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Helens


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Helens Customer Feedback and Reviews

Tyne Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Tyne Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Tyne Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Tyne Cottage is close to the beach. Tyne Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Tyne Cottage start from £525 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tyne Cottage


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

Tara Cottage in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

Tara Cottage, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Tara Cottage 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 . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . Tara Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Tara Cottage start from £408 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tara Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

Graiguenamanagh in Barrow Valley, County Kilkenny, Ireland-South

Graiguenamanagh, Barrow Valley

Breaks in County KilkennyIreland-South

Graiguenamanagh self catering accommodation in Barrow Valley, County Kilkenny sleeps . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf fishing . Graiguenamanagh does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Graiguenamanagh start from £469 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Graiguenamanagh


Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Open fire or wood burner

2 bedroom apartment in St Austell, Cornwall, South West England

2 bedroom apartment, St Austell

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

2 bedroom apartment in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom apartment is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom apartment start from £395 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom apartment


Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Oysters in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Oysters, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Oysters in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Oysters is close to the beach. Oysters does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Oysters start from £443 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Oysters


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Glencolumbkille in killybegs, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Glencolumbkille, killybegs

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Glencolumbkille self catering accommodation in killybegs, County Donegal sleeps . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Glencolumbkille is close to the beach. Glencolumbkille does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Glencolumbkille start from £217 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glencolumbkille


Close to the Beach Pet friendly Ideal for a romantic break

Koes in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, South West England

Koes, Mawgan Porth

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Koes self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall sleeps 12. This 6 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Koes is close to the beach. Prices at Koes start from £1365 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Koes


Sleeps 10 or more Indoor pool Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Caines Cottage in Westleton, Suffolk, East England

Caines Cottage, Westleton

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Caines Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Caines Cottage start from £282 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Caines Cottage


Sleeps 2 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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