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

Fishermans Loft in Mevagissey, Cornwall, South West England

Fishermans Loft, Mevagissey

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Fishermans Loft self catering accommodation in Mevagissey, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Fishermans Loft start from £272 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fishermans Loft


Sleeps 2 Garden Internet WIFI available

Shellseekers in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Shellseekers, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Shellseekers in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . Shellseekers is close to the beach. Prices at Shellseekers start from £379 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Shellseekers


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach

Kerrykeel in Carrowkeel, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Kerrykeel, Carrowkeel

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Kerrykeel self catering accommodation in Carrowkeel, County Donegal sleeps . This Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Kerrykeel does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Kerrykeel start from £253 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kerrykeel


Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by

Duneside Cottage in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Duneside Cottage, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Duneside Cottage 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 and features include: Garden . Duneside Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Duneside Cottage start from £375 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Duneside Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden

Edwardian Holiday Villa in Newtonmore, Inverness-shire, Highlands Scotland

Edwardian Holiday Villa, Newtonmore

Breaks in Inverness-shireHighlands Scotland

Edwardian Holiday Villa self catering accommodation in Newtonmore, Inverness-shire sleeps 11. This 5 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Edwardian Holiday Villa does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Edwardian Holiday Villa start from £800 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Edwardian Holiday Villa


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

Oyster Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Oyster Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Oyster Cottage 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 and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Oyster Cottage is close to the beach. Oyster Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Oyster Cottage start from £363 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Oyster Cottage


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Sunnyside Cottage in Lynton, Devon, South West England

Sunnyside Cottage, Lynton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Sunnyside Cottage in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Sunnyside Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Sunnyside Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Sunnyside Cottage start from £200 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sunnyside Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Garden

Elm Cottage in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Elm Cottage, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Elm Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Elm Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Elm Cottage start from £487 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Elm Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available

Townhouse in Newmarket, Suffolk, East England

Townhouse, Newmarket

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Townhouse self catering accommodation in Newmarket, Suffolk sleeps 7. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Townhouse start from £793 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Townhouse


Sleeps 6 Garden Internet WIFI available

Caines Cottage in Westleton, Suffolk, East England

Caines Cottage, Westleton

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Caines Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Caines Cottage start from £282 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Caines Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden

 

 

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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