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

Beachcroft in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Beachcroft, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Beachcroft in East England has a 4 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 . Beachcroft is close to the beach. Prices at Beachcroft start from £205 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beachcroft


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden

Bay View in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Bay View, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Bay View in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Bay View is close to the beach. Bay View does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bay View start from £420 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bay View


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

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

Withyside in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Withyside, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Withyside in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Withyside is close to the beach. Prices at Withyside start from £602 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Withyside


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Garden

7 Jetty Street in Cromer, Norfolk, East England

7 Jetty Street, Cromer

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

7 Jetty Street in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . 7 Jetty Street is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at 7 Jetty Street start from £392 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 7 Jetty Street


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

Moot Green House in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Moot Green House, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Moot Green House in East 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: Garden . It also has Internet access. Moot Green House is close to the beach. Moot Green House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Moot Green House start from £720 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Moot Green House


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

16 Quayside in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

16 Quayside, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

16 Quayside 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 and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include horse riding . 16 Quayside does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 16 Quayside start from £439 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 16 Quayside


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Byre in Widford, Oxfordshire, Central England

The Byre, Widford

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

The Byre self catering accommodation in Widford, Oxfordshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at The Byre start from £680 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Byre


Sleeps 4 Garden

Sunnyside in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sunnyside, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Sunnyside 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 and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Sunnyside is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Sunnyside start from £356 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sunnyside


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden Open fire or wood burner

Heron Cottage in Friston, Suffolk, East England

Heron Cottage, Friston

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Heron Cottage in East 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: Garden . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding fishing . Prices at Heron Cottage start from £295 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Heron Cottage


Sleeps 2 Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available

 

 

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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