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

Abbey Field Cottage in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

Abbey Field Cottage, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Abbey Field 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 . Abbey Field Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include horse riding . Abbey Field Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Abbey Field Cottage start from £287 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Abbey Field Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Bat Roost in Fakenham, Norfolk, East England

Bat Roost, Fakenham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Bat Roost in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 10. This 5 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Bat Roost start from £1022 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Bat Roost customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Bat Roost


Sleeps 10 or more Garden Open fire or wood burner Bat Roost Customer Feedback and Reviews

Beech Cottage in Combe Martin, Devon, South West England

Beech Cottage, Combe Martin

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Beech Cottage in South West 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 Garden . Prices at Beech Cottage start from £270 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beech Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden

3 bedroom cottage in Mevagissey, Cornwall, South West England

3 bedroom cottage, Mevagissey

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

3 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 3 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 . It also has Internet access. 3 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 3 bedroom cottage start from £370 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 Internet WIFI available

1 bedroom cottage in St Agnes, Cornwall, South West England

1 bedroom cottage, St Agnes

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

1 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to . This cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. 1 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 1 bedroom cottage start from £235 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

Beautiful Historic Mansion in Meigle, Perthshire, Central Scotland

Beautiful Historic Mansion, Meigle

Breaks in PerthshireCentral Scotland

Beautiful Historic Mansion self catering accommodation in Meigle, Perthshire sleeps 23. This 1 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Beautiful Historic Mansion start from £3 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beautiful Historic Mansion


Sleeps 10 or more Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

Badger Cottage in Saxmundham, Suffolk, East England

Badger Cottage, Saxmundham

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Badger 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 . Prices at Badger Cottage start from £348 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Badger Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden

The Cottage in Hickling, Norfolk, East England

The Cottage, Hickling

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The 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: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at The Cottage start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner The Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Flat 11 Clifton Court in Putsborough, Devon, South West England

Flat 11 Clifton Court, Putsborough

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Flat 11 Clifton Court in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Swimming Pool . Flat 11 Clifton Court is close to the beach. Prices at Flat 11 Clifton Court start from £602 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Flat 11 Clifton Court


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Close to the Beach

Frazers Court in Aylsham, Norfolk, East England

Frazers Court, Aylsham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Frazers Court self catering accommodation in Aylsham, Norfolk sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Frazers Court does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Frazers Court start from £65 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Frazers Court


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 9963 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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Find Cottage Holidays mission is to promote the very best of the UK and Ireland's wonderful self catering accommodation, whether it be cottages, apartments, lodges, chalets, houses, villas or bungalows. But, it's not just about the cottages, we also try and bring you some helpful guides and information on the places to go, things to see and activities to do while you enjoy your break in England, Scotland, Wales or Ireland. In fact, we are adding to our list daily but if you think we have missed somewhere special tell us via our Facebook page. With wonderful countryside and superb coastlines to explore the UK and Ireland has so much to offer.

Cottage Holiday Favourites