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

1 bedroom cottage in Blairgowrie, Perthshire, Central Scotland

1 bedroom cottage, Blairgowrie

Breaks in PerthshireCentral Scotland

1 bedroom cottage in Central Scotland has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at 1 bedroom cottage start from £293 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom cottage


Rose Cottage in Heacham, Norfolk, East England

Rose Cottage, Heacham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Rose Cottage in East England has a 4 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 Open Fire/woodburner . Rose Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Rose Cottage start from £341 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Rose Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Rose Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Open fire or wood burner Rose Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Drift In in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Drift In, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Drift In in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Drift In is close to the beach. It is listed as wheelchair accessible but please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Drift In start from £361 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Drift In


Sleeps 4 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Close to the Beach

Lilac Barn in Swanton Abbott, Norfolk, East England

Lilac Barn, Swanton Abbott

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Lilac 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 . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Lilac Barn start from £329 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Lilac Barn customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Lilac Barn


Sleeps 4 Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Lilac Barn Customer Feedback and Reviews

Aldeburgh Dawn in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Aldeburgh Dawn, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Aldeburgh Dawn 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 . It also has Internet access. Aldeburgh Dawn is close to the beach. Prices at Aldeburgh Dawn start from £353 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Aldeburgh Dawn


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

The Tack Room in Beccles, Suffolk, East England

The Tack Room, Beccles

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Tack Room 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 . Prices at The Tack Room start from £232 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Tack Room


Sleeps 2

The Cottage in Kings Lynn, Norfolk, East England

The Cottage, Kings Lynn

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The 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 . Prices at The Cottage start from £470 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 6 The Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

2 bedroom cottage in Hayle, Cornwall, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Hayle

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 . 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £540 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach

Pilgrims Chase in Bacton, Norfolk, East England

Pilgrims Chase, Bacton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Pilgrims Chase in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Pilgrims Chase is close to the beach. Pilgrims Chase does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. It is listed as wheelchair accessible but please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Pilgrims Chase start from £642 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Pilgrims Chase customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Pilgrims Chase


Sleeps 6 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Indoor pool Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Pilgrims Chase Customer Feedback and Reviews

Belle Plage in Braunton, Devon, South West England

Belle Plage, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Belle Plage in South West England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Belle Plage is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Belle Plage start from £818 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Belle Plage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Golf close by Luxury self catering

 

 

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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Find Cottage Holidays mission is to promote the very best of the UK and Ireland's wonderful self catering accommodation, whether it be cottages, apartments, lodges, chalets, houses, villas or bungalows. But, it's not just about the cottages, we also try and bring you some helpful guides and information on the places to go, things to see and activities to do while you enjoy your break in England, Scotland, Wales or Ireland. In fact, we are adding to our list daily but if you think we have missed somewhere special tell us via our Facebook page. With wonderful countryside and superb coastlines to explore the UK and Ireland has so much to offer.

Cottage Holiday Favourites