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

The Barn in Bradenham, Norfolk, East England

The Barn, Bradenham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Barn 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 . Prices at The Barn start from £325 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Barn customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Barn


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner The Barn Customer Feedback and Reviews

Meadow View in Umberleigh, Devon, South West England

Meadow View, Umberleigh

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Meadow View in South West 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: Garden . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Meadow View start from £265 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Meadow View


Sleeps 2 Fishing close by Garden

The Manor House in Bainbridge, North Yorkshire, North East England

The Manor House, Bainbridge

Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England

The Manor House self catering accommodation in Bainbridge, North Yorkshire sleeps 9. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . The Manor House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Manor House start from £645 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Manor House


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

Cheddar View in Cheddar, Somerset, South West England

Cheddar View, Cheddar

Breaks in SomersetSouth West England

Cheddar View in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 3. This 2 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Activities close by include horse riding . Cheddar View does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cheddar View start from £199 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cheddar View


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

Bowood Barn in Torrington, Devon, South West England

Bowood Barn, Torrington

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Bowood Barn in South West 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 . Bowood Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bowood Barn start from £265 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bowood Barn


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

Flat 30 Clifton Court in Putsborough, Devon, South West England

Flat 30 Clifton Court, Putsborough

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Flat 30 Clifton Court in South West 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: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Flat 30 Clifton Court is close to the beach. Prices at Flat 30 Clifton Court start from £344 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Flat 30 Clifton Court


Sleeps 2 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

Holiday Lodge with pool in Corran, Argyll, West Scotland

Holiday Lodge with pool, Corran

Breaks in ArgyllWest Scotland

Holiday Lodge with pool self catering accommodation in Corran, Argyll sleeps 10. This 4 bedroom Lodge is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . Holiday Lodge with pool does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Holiday Lodge with pool start from £1 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Holiday Lodge with pool


Sleeps 10 or more Indoor pool Pet friendly Garden Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

Mansion with Swimming Pool in Corran, Argyll, West Scotland

Mansion with Swimming Pool, Corran

Breaks in ArgyllWest Scotland

Mansion with Swimming Pool self catering accommodation in Corran, Argyll sleeps 22. This 1 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . Mansion with Swimming Pool does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Mansion with Swimming Pool start from £2 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mansion with Swimming Pool


Sleeps 10 or more Indoor pool Pet friendly Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner

1 bedroom cottage in Westward Ho, Devon, South West England

1 bedroom cottage, Westward Ho

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

1 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: Open Fire/woodburner . 1 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 1 bedroom cottage start from £300 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Open fire or wood burner

Blackjack Mews in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, South West England

Blackjack Mews, Cirencester

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Blackjack Mews self catering accommodation in Cirencester, Gloucestershire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Blackjack Mews start from £428 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Blackjack Mews


Sleeps 2

 

 

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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