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

Holdstone in Combe Martin, Devon, South West England

Holdstone, Combe Martin

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Holdstone 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 . Holdstone does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Holdstone start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Holdstone


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly

Apple Tree Cottage in Denston, Suffolk, East England

Apple Tree Cottage, Denston

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Apple Tree Cottage in East England has a 3 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 . Prices at Apple Tree Cottage start from £285 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Apple Tree Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden

Weez House in Croyde, Devon, South West England

Weez House, Croyde

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Weez House in South West 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 Hot Tub . Weez House is close to the beach. Prices at Weez House start from £270 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Weez House


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Garden Hot tub

Neptune's Cove in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Neptune's Cove, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Neptune's Cove self catering accommodation in Ilfracombe, Devon sleeps 12. This 6 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Neptune's Cove is close to the beach. Prices at Neptune's Cove start from £818 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Neptune's Cove


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Garden

2 bedroom holiday home in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, North West England

2 bedroom holiday home, Huddersfield

Breaks in West YorkshireNorth West England

2 bedroom holiday home in North 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 2 bedroom holiday home start from £315 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom holiday home


Garden Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Luxury self catering

The Withies in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

The Withies, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Withies in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. The Withies is close to the beach. The Withies does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Withies start from £599 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Withies


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Internet WIFI available

Bramble Cottage in Helhoughton, Norfolk, East England

Bramble Cottage, Helhoughton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Bramble Cottage in East 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: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Bramble Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Bramble Cottage start from £342 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Bramble Cottage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Bramble Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner Bramble Cottage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Estuary Barn in Woodbridge, Suffolk, East England

Estuary Barn, Woodbridge

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Estuary Barn in East England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . Estuary Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Estuary Barn start from £322 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Estuary Barn


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

Beautiful Historic Mansion in Meigle, Perthshire, Central Scotland

Beautiful Historic Mansion, Meigle

Breaks in PerthshireCentral Scotland

Beautiful Historic Mansion self catering accommodation in Meigle, Perthshire sleeps 23. This 1 bedroom Holiday home is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Beautiful Historic Mansion start from £3 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Beautiful Historic Mansion


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

The Nutshell in Edingthorpe, Norfolk, East England

The Nutshell, Edingthorpe

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Nutshell in East England has a 3 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 Open Fire/woodburner . The Nutshell does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Nutshell start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Nutshell customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Nutshell


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner The Nutshell 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 9961 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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