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

20 Trail Quay Cottages in Wroxham, Norfolk, East England

20 Trail Quay Cottages, Wroxham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

20 Trail Quay Cottages 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 . Activities close by include fishing . 20 Trail Quay Cottages does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 20 Trail Quay Cottages start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 20 Trail Quay Cottages


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden

The Gatehouse in Norwich, Norfolk, East England

The Gatehouse, Norwich

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Gatehouse 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: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at The Gatehouse start from £372 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Gatehouse


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Cobble Cottage in Sedgeford, Norfolk, East England

Cobble Cottage, Sedgeford

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Cobble Cottage in East 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 Open Fire/woodburner . Cobble Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cobble Cottage start from £471 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cobble Cottage


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Lynton Loft in High Kelling, Norfolk, East England

Lynton Loft, High Kelling

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Lynton Loft in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . Lynton Loft is close to the beach. Prices at Lynton Loft start from £252 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Lynton Loft customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Lynton Loft


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Garden Lynton Loft Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Round House in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

The Round House, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Round House in South West 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: Detached Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. The Round House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Round House start from £500 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Round House


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

The Storehouse in Norwich, Norfolk, East England

The Storehouse, Norwich

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Storehouse in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Prices at The Storehouse start from £415 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Storehouse customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Storehouse


Sleeps 4 The Storehouse Customer Feedback and Reviews

Salisbury House in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Salisbury House, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Salisbury House in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Salisbury House is close to the beach. Salisbury House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Salisbury House start from £885 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Salisbury House


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

2 bedroom cottage in Launceston, Cornwall, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Launceston

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

2 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 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 Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £370 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Shell Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Shell Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Shell Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Shell Cottage is close to the beach. Shell Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Shell Cottage start from £352 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Shell Cottage


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Honeysuckle Cottage in Fulbrook, Oxfordshire, Central England

Honeysuckle Cottage, Fulbrook

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

Honeysuckle Cottage self catering accommodation in Fulbrook, Oxfordshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Honeysuckle Cottage start from £652 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Honeysuckle Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

 

 

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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