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

Russet in Stoke by Nayland, Suffolk, East England

Russet, Stoke by Nayland

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Russet self catering accommodation in Stoke by Nayland, Suffolk sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Hot Tub . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Russet start from £320 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Russet


Sleeps 2 Indoor pool Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Ideal for a romantic break Hot tub Easy walking close by

Sunrise, 8 Melbury in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Sunrise, 8 Melbury, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Sunrise, 8 Melbury self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 3. This 1 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . Sunrise, 8 Melbury is close to the beach. Prices at Sunrise, 8 Melbury start from £255 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Sunrise, 8 Melbury customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Sunrise, 8 Melbury


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Games room Sunrise, 8 Melbury Customer Feedback and Reviews

Portmagee in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry, Ireland-South

Portmagee, Ring of Kerry

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Portmagee self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Portmagee is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Portmagee start from £225 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Portmagee


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by Open fire or wood burner

Clock Cottage in East Rudham, Norfolk, East England

Clock Cottage, East Rudham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Clock Cottage self catering accommodation in East Rudham, Norfolk sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Clock Cottage start from £346 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Clock Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Ballygarrett in Blackstairs Mountains, County Wexford, Ireland-South

Ballygarrett, Blackstairs Mountains

Breaks in County WexfordIreland-South

Ballygarrett self catering accommodation in Blackstairs Mountains, County Wexford sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Ballygarrett is close to the beach. Prices at Ballygarrett start from £313 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballygarrett


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach

Tinahely in Wicklow Mountains, County Wicklow, Ireland-East

Tinahely, Wicklow Mountains

Breaks in County WicklowIreland-East

Tinahely self catering accommodation in Wicklow Mountains, County Wicklow sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Tinahely is close to the beach. Prices at Tinahely start from £206 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tinahely


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Ideal for a romantic break

The Granary (Goveton) in Goveton, Devon, South West England

The Granary (Goveton), Goveton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Granary (Goveton) self catering accommodation in Goveton, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. The Granary (Goveton) does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Granary (Goveton) start from £494 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Granary (Goveton) customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Granary (Goveton)


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Games room The Granary (Goveton) Customer Feedback and Reviews

Ballyshannon in Donegal Bay, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Ballyshannon, Donegal Bay

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Ballyshannon self catering accommodation in Donegal Bay, County Donegal sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Ballyshannon is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Ballyshannon does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ballyshannon start from £248 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyshannon


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Little Hill in Ladock, Cornwall, South West England

Little Hill, Ladock

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Little Hill self catering accommodation in Ladock, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Little Hill is close to the beach. Prices at Little Hill start from £303 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Little Hill


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Garden Ideal for a romantic break Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

Ballyglunin in Athey, County Galway, Ireland-West

Ballyglunin, Athey

Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West

Ballyglunin self catering accommodation in Athey, County Galway sleeps 8. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Ballyglunin does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ballyglunin start from £344 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyglunin


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Golf close by

 

 

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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