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 Hayloft Valley Farm Barns in Snape, Suffolk, East England

The Hayloft Valley Farm Barns, Snape

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Hayloft Valley Farm Barns in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. The Hayloft Valley Farm Barns does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Hayloft Valley Farm Barns start from £331 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Hayloft Valley Farm Barns


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

Reid Villa in Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire, South West England

Reid Villa, Somerford Keynes

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Reid Villa self catering accommodation in Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire sleeps 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Reid Villa start from £1857 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Reid Villa


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Open fire or wood burner

Lighthouse Loft in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Lighthouse Loft, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Lighthouse Loft 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: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Lighthouse Loft is close to the beach. Prices at Lighthouse Loft start from £455 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lighthouse Loft


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

Croftwood in Burnham Market, Norfolk, East England

Croftwood, Burnham Market

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Croftwood in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Croftwood start from £519 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Croftwood


Sleeps 6 Golf close by Garden

Well Cottage in Thornage, Norfolk, East England

Well Cottage, Thornage

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Well 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 Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Well Cottage start from £341 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Well Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Well Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Well Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Corner Cottage in Portmellon, Cornwall, South West England

Corner Cottage, Portmellon

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Corner Cottage self catering accommodation in Portmellon, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . Corner Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Corner Cottage start from £425 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Corner Cottage


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Open fire or wood burner

3 bedroom holiday home in Minehead, Somerset, South West England

3 bedroom holiday home, Minehead

Breaks in SomersetSouth West England

3 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 and features include: Garden . 3 bedroom holiday home is close to the beach. Prices at 3 bedroom holiday home start from £435 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom holiday home


Close to the Beach Garden Luxury self catering

The Sheilings in Burnham Market, Norfolk, East England

The Sheilings, Burnham Market

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Sheilings in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Activities close by include golf . The Sheilings does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Sheilings start from £340 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Sheilings customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Sheilings


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Golf close by Garden The Sheilings Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Driftway in Sheringham, Norfolk, East England

The Driftway, Sheringham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Driftway in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . The Driftway is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at The Driftway start from £261 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Driftway customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Driftway


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Golf close by The Driftway Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Haven in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

The Haven, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Haven 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: Garden . The Haven is close to the beach. The Haven does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Haven start from £360 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Haven


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach 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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