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

St Marys in West Runton, Norfolk, East England

St Marys, West Runton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

St Marys in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . St Marys is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf horse riding . St Marys does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at St Marys start from £430 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected St Marys customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about St Marys


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Golf close by Garden Open fire or wood burner St Marys Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Studio - Wedgewood House in Southrepps, Norfolk, East England

The Studio - Wedgewood House, Southrepps

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Studio - Wedgewood House in East England has a 3 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 . Prices at The Studio - Wedgewood House start from £252 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Studio - Wedgewood House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Studio - Wedgewood House


Sleeps 2 Garden The Studio - Wedgewood House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Beachcomber in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Beachcomber, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Beachcomber in South West 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 . It also has Internet access. Beachcomber is close to the beach. Prices at Beachcomber start from £359 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beachcomber


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available

Quinces in Lynton, Devon, South West England

Quinces, Lynton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Quinces in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Quinces is close to the beach. Quinces does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Quinces start from £231 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Quinces


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly

Waterhaze in Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire, South West England

Waterhaze, Somerford Keynes

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Waterhaze self catering accommodation in Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Waterhaze start from £1857 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Waterhaze


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Open fire or wood burner

Fable Cottage in Glenville, County Cork, Ireland South

Fable Cottage, Glenville

Breaks in County CorkIreland South

Fable Cottage self catering accommodation in Glenville, County Cork sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Fable Cottage start from £277 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fable Cottage


Sleeps 8 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Sea View in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sea View, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Sea View in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Sea View is close to the beach. Sea View does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Sea View start from £392 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sea View


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly

Tyne Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Tyne Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Tyne Cottage in East 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 . It also has Internet access. Tyne Cottage is close to the beach. Tyne Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Tyne Cottage start from £525 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tyne Cottage


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

6 bedroom apartment in Saunton, Devon, South West England

6 bedroom apartment, Saunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

6 bedroom apartment in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . 6 bedroom apartment is close to the beach. Prices at 6 bedroom apartment start from £1350 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 6 bedroom apartment


Close to the Beach Garden

The Holt in North Elmham, Norfolk, East England

The Holt, North Elmham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Holt 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 . Prices at The Holt start from £336 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Holt customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Holt


Sleeps 2 Garden The Holt 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 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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