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

Ridgeway in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Ridgeway, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Ridgeway in South West 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: Detached Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Ridgeway is close to the beach. Prices at Ridgeway start from £512 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ridgeway


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Buntings in Little Snoring, Norfolk, East England

Buntings, Little Snoring

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Buntings in East England has a 4 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: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Buntings start from £341 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Buntings customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Buntings


Sleeps 6 Golf close by Garden Open fire or wood burner Buntings Customer Feedback and Reviews

Hitchens Cottage in Happisburgh, Norfolk, East England

Hitchens Cottage, Happisburgh

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Hitchens Cottage 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 . It also has Internet access. Hitchens Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include horse riding . Prices at Hitchens Cottage start from £328 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Hitchens Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Hitchens Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Hitchens Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Millrock in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Millrock, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Millrock in South West 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 . It also has Internet access. Millrock is close to the beach. Prices at Millrock start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Millrock


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

The Old Surgery in Bishops Castle, Shropshire, West England

The Old Surgery, Bishops Castle

Breaks in ShropshireWest England

The Old Surgery self catering accommodation in Bishops Castle, Shropshire sleeps 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Old Surgery start from £248 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Surgery


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available

Church Meadow Cottage in Trimingham, Norfolk, East England

Church Meadow Cottage, Trimingham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Church Meadow Cottage in East England has a 4 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: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Church Meadow Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Church Meadow Cottage start from £407 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Church Meadow Cottage


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

Piglets in Lingwood, Norfolk, East England

Piglets, Lingwood

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Piglets 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: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Piglets does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Piglets start from £261 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Piglets customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Piglets


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Piglets Customer Feedback and Reviews

3 bedroom cottage in Weymouth, Dorset, South West England

3 bedroom cottage, Weymouth

Breaks in DorsetSouth West England

3 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 . Activities close by include horse riding . Prices at 3 bedroom cottage start from £435 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 bedroom cottage


Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Old Hall in Happisburgh, Norfolk, East England

The Old Hall, Happisburgh

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Old Hall in East England has a 3 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 . The Old Hall is close to the beach. Activities close by include horse riding . Prices at The Old Hall start from £642 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Hall


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Garden

White Lion Cottage in Coltishall, Norfolk, East England

White Lion Cottage, Coltishall

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

White Lion Cottage 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 . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at White Lion Cottage start from £360 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected White Lion Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about White Lion Cottage


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Garden White Lion Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

 

 

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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