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

Salar Cottage in Braunton, Devon, South West England

Salar Cottage, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Salar Cottage in South West 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: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Salar Cottage is close to the beach. Salar Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Salar Cottage start from £344 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Salar Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Chestnut Cottage in Thornham, Norfolk, East England

Chestnut Cottage, Thornham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Chestnut Cottage 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: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Chestnut Cottage is close to the beach. Chestnut Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Chestnut Cottage start from £619 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Chestnut Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Chestnut Cottage


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner Chestnut Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Ark in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

The Ark, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Ark 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: Garden . The Ark is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at The Ark start from £237 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Ark


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden

Magnificent Castle in Kilcreggan, Argyll, West Scotland

Magnificent Castle, Kilcreggan

Breaks in ArgyllWest Scotland

Magnificent Castle self catering accommodation in Kilcreggan, Argyll sleeps 27. This 1 bedroom Castle is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Magnificent Castle start from £4 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Magnificent Castle


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

2 bedroom apartment in West Bay, Dorset, South West England

2 bedroom apartment, West Bay

Breaks in DorsetSouth West England

2 bedroom apartment in South West England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to . This luxury apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom apartment is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom apartment start from £420 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom apartment


Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Burrows Retreat in Braunton, Devon, South West England

Burrows Retreat, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Burrows Retreat in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Burrows Retreat is close to the beach. Burrows Retreat does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Burrows Retreat start from £315 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Burrows Retreat


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

The Wigwam in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

The Wigwam, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Wigwam 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 . The Wigwam is close to the beach. Prices at The Wigwam start from £466 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Wigwam


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach

1 bedroom holiday home in Sturminster Newton, Dorset, South West England

1 bedroom holiday home, Sturminster Newton

Breaks in DorsetSouth West England

1 bedroom holiday home in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at 1 bedroom holiday home start from £305 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom holiday home


Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Mor in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, South West England

Mor, Mawgan Porth

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Mor 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. Mor is close to the beach. Mor does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Mor start from £425 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mor


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

2 The Courtyard in Snape, Suffolk, East England

2 The Courtyard, Snape

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

2 The Courtyard 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 . It also has Internet access. Prices at 2 The Courtyard start from £500 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 The Courtyard


Sleeps 4 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 9963 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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