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

Morryb in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, South West England

Morryb, Mawgan Porth

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Morryb self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Morryb is close to the beach. Prices at Morryb start from £435 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Morryb


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

Swallow Cottage in Friston, Suffolk, East England

Swallow Cottage, Friston

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Swallow 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. Activities close by include horse riding fishing . Prices at Swallow Cottage start from £425 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Swallow Cottage


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available

Rivers End in West Somerton, Norfolk, East England

Rivers End, West Somerton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Rivers End 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: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding fishing . Prices at Rivers End start from £493 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Rivers End


Sleeps 8 Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Stable Cottage in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

Stable Cottage, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Stable Cottage 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: Detached Garden . Stable Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Stable Cottage start from £334 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Stable Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly 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

Stylish Converted Church in Kelso, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Stylish Converted Church, Kelso

Breaks in RoxburghshireBorders Scotland

Stylish Converted Church self catering accommodation in Kelso, Roxburghshire sleeps 12. This 5 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Stylish Converted Church does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Stylish Converted Church start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Stylish Converted Church


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

Goen in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, South West England

Goen, Mawgan Porth

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Goen self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Goen is close to the beach. Goen does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Goen start from £1135 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Goen


Sleeps 8 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Escape in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Escape, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Escape in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Escape is close to the beach. Prices at Escape start from £320 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Escape


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach

Mallow in The Lee Valley, County Cork, Ireland-South

Mallow, The Lee Valley

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Mallow self catering accommodation in The Lee Valley, County Cork sleeps . This Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf fishing . Mallow does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Mallow start from £199 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mallow


Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

Gwel An Lagen in Newquay, Cornwall, South West England

Gwel An Lagen, Newquay

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Gwel An Lagen in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 0 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Gwel An Lagen does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Gwel An Lagen start from £221 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Gwel An Lagen


Sleeps 2 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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