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

Avon Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Avon Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Avon 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 . Avon Cottage is close to the beach. Avon Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Avon Cottage start from £293 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Avon Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Nevis View in Teangue, Isle of Skye, Highlands Scotland

Nevis View, Teangue

Breaks in Isle of SkyeHighlands Scotland

Nevis View self catering accommodation in Teangue, Isle of Skye sleeps 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . Prices at Nevis View start from £300 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Nevis View


Sleeps 6 Garden

Helens in Wroxham, Norfolk, East England

Helens, Wroxham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Helens in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . Activities close by include fishing . Helens does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Helens start from £260 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Helens customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Helens


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden Helens Customer Feedback and Reviews

Aberfeldy Holiday House in Aberfeldy, Perthshire, Central Scotland

Aberfeldy Holiday House, Aberfeldy

Breaks in PerthshireCentral Scotland

Aberfeldy Holiday House self catering accommodation in Aberfeldy, Perthshire sleeps 11. This 5 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Aberfeldy Holiday House start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Aberfeldy Holiday House


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

Badger Set in Acle, Norfolk, East England

Badger Set, Acle

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Badger Set 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 and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Badger Set start from £238 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Badger Set customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Badger Set


Sleeps 2 Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Badger Set Customer Feedback and Reviews

1 White Horse Cottages in Hempstead, Norfolk, East England

1 White Horse Cottages, Hempstead

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

1 White Horse Cottages in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include horse riding . Prices at 1 White Horse Cottages start from £342 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 White Horse Cottages


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Kernewek in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, South West England

Kernewek, Mawgan Porth

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Kernewek self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Lodge is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Kernewek is close to the beach. Prices at Kernewek start from £640 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kernewek


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

Oakfield Road in Aylsham, Norfolk, East England

Oakfield Road, Aylsham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Oakfield Road in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Prices at Oakfield Road start from £407 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Oakfield Road


Sleeps 6 Garden

Wagtails in Blythburgh, Suffolk, East England

Wagtails, Blythburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Wagtails in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Swimming Pool . Prices at Wagtails start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Wagtails


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Games room

Victoria Cottage in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

Victoria Cottage, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Victoria Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Victoria Cottage start from £399 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Victoria Cottage


Sleeps 4 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 9962 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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