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

Jackdaw Cottage in Umberleigh, Devon, South West England

Jackdaw Cottage, Umberleigh

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Jackdaw 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 . Jackdaw Cottage is close to the beach. Jackdaw Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Jackdaw Cottage start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Jackdaw Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Wheatley Barn in Launceston, Cornwall, South West England

Wheatley Barn, Launceston

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Wheatley Barn 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: Detached Garden Swimming Pool Hot Tub . It also has Internet access. Prices at Wheatley Barn start from £375 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Wheatley Barn


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Garden Internet WIFI available Hot tub

Church View Cottage in Great Snoring, Norfolk, East England

Church View Cottage, Great Snoring

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Church View Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Church View Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Church View Cottage start from £239 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Church View Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Church View Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden Church View Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Holly Cottage in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Holly Cottage, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Holly Cottage in South West 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 . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . Holly Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Holly Cottage start from £375 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Holly Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Games room

Moonstones in Newquay, Cornwall, South West England

Moonstones, Newquay

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Moonstones self catering accommodation in Newquay, Cornwall sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Moonstones is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf horse riding . Moonstones does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Moonstones start from £744 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Moonstones


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available

Cowslip Cottage in Dersingham, Norfolk, East England

Cowslip Cottage, Dersingham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Cowslip Cottage 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: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Cowslip Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cowslip Cottage start from £327 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Cowslip Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Cowslip Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Cowslip Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Large Country Mansion in Abernethy, Perthshire, Central Scotland

Large Country Mansion, Abernethy

Breaks in PerthshireCentral Scotland

Large Country Mansion self catering accommodation in Abernethy, Perthshire sleeps 15. This 8 bedroom Country House is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Four poster bed Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Large Country Mansion does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Large Country Mansion start from £2 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Large Country Mansion


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

5 bedroom holiday home in , Cornwall, South West England

5 bedroom holiday home,

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

5 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. 5 bedroom holiday home is close to the beach. Prices at 5 bedroom holiday home start from £655 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 5 bedroom holiday home


Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

South Green House in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

South Green House, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

South Green House in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 7. This 5 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Four poster bed Open Fire/woodburner . South Green House is close to the beach. Prices at South Green House start from £951 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about South Green House


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden Open fire or wood burner

Tidal View in Appledore, Devon, South West England

Tidal View, Appledore

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Tidal View in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Tidal View is close to the beach. Tidal View does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Tidal View start from £402 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tidal View


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden 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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