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

Little Domum in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Little Domum, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Little Domum 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: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Little Domum is close to the beach. Little Domum does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Little Domum start from £495 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Little Domum


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Daisy Dell Cottage in Kingham, Oxfordshire, Central England

Daisy Dell Cottage, Kingham

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

Daisy Dell Cottage self catering accommodation in Kingham, Oxfordshire sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Daisy Dell Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Daisy Dell Cottage start from £824 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Daisy Dell Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Oldcastle in Lough Crew, County Meath, Ireland-East

Oldcastle, Lough Crew

Breaks in County MeathIreland-East

Oldcastle self catering accommodation in Lough Crew, County Meath sleeps . This Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Oldcastle does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Oldcastle start from £321 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Oldcastle


Pet friendly

4 bedroom cottage in Brixham, Devon, South West England

4 bedroom cottage, Brixham

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

4 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: Garden . 4 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 4 bedroom cottage start from £475 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 4 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Garden

Otters Holt in South Molton, Devon, South West England

Otters Holt, South Molton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Otters Holt in South West 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 . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding fishing . Otters Holt does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Otters Holt start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Otters Holt


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Fishing close by Internet WIFI available Games room

The Hop House in Braunton, Devon, South West England

The Hop House, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Hop House 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 . The Hop House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Hop House start from £270 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Hop House


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

9 Abbey House in Binham, Norfolk, East England

9 Abbey House, Binham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

9 Abbey House in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Prices at 9 Abbey House start from £253 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 9 Abbey House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 9 Abbey House


Sleeps 4 Garden 9 Abbey House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Star Barn in Fulbrook, Oxfordshire, Central England

Star Barn, Fulbrook

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

Star Barn self catering accommodation in Fulbrook, Oxfordshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Star Barn start from £608 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Star Barn


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available

Woodbine Cottage in Ludham, Norfolk, East England

Woodbine Cottage, Ludham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Woodbine Cottage 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 . Activities close by include fishing . Woodbine Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Woodbine Cottage start from £229 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Woodbine Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Woodbine Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Fishing close by Woodbine Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

9 Weston Square in Holt, Norfolk, East England

9 Weston Square, Holt

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

9 Weston Square 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 . 9 Weston Square is close to the beach. Prices at 9 Weston Square start from £261 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 9 Weston Square


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach

 

 

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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Find Cottage Holidays

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