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

Roosky in River Shannon, County Roscommon, Ireland-West

Roosky, River Shannon

Breaks in County RoscommonIreland-West

Roosky self catering accommodation in River Shannon, County Roscommon sleeps 14. This 7 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Roosky is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Roosky does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Roosky start from £331 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Roosky


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Cushendun in Antrim Coast, County Antrim, Ireland-North

Cushendun, Antrim Coast

Breaks in County AntrimIreland-North

Cushendun self catering accommodation in Antrim Coast, County Antrim sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Cushendun is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Cushendun does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cushendun start from £346 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cushendun


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

Kiltealy in Blackstairs Mountains, County Wexford, Ireland-South

Kiltealy, Blackstairs Mountains

Breaks in County WexfordIreland-South

Kiltealy self catering accommodation in Blackstairs Mountains, County Wexford sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Kiltealy does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Kiltealy start from £224 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kiltealy


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Fishing close by Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Badgers in Thurlestone, Devon, South West England

Badgers, Thurlestone

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Badgers self catering accommodation in Thurlestone, Devon sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Badgers is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Badgers start from £750 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Badgers


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Borris in Blackstairs Mountains, County Carlow, Ireland-East

Borris, Blackstairs Mountains

Breaks in County CarlowIreland-East

Borris self catering accommodation in Blackstairs Mountains, County Carlow sleeps 10. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Borris does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Borris start from £281 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Borris


Sleeps 10 or more Pet friendly Golf close by

Cheltenham Cottage in Bruern, Gloucestershire, South West England

Cheltenham Cottage, Bruern

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Cheltenham Cottage self catering accommodation in Bruern, Gloucestershire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Cheltenham Cottage start from £385 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cheltenham Cottage


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by Games room

Waterford in Tramore Bay, County Waterford, Ireland-South

Waterford, Tramore Bay

Breaks in County WaterfordIreland-South

Waterford self catering accommodation in Tramore Bay, County Waterford sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Activities close by include golf . Waterford does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Waterford start from £281 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Waterford


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Golf close by

Fanore in Burren National Park, County Clare, Ireland-West

Fanore, Burren National Park

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Fanore self catering accommodation in Burren National Park, County Clare sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Fanore is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Fanore does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Fanore start from £362 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fanore


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

Corofin in Nr Ennis, County Clare, Ireland-West

Corofin, Nr Ennis

Breaks in County ClareIreland-West

Corofin self catering accommodation in Nr Ennis, County Clare sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Corofin start from £521 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Corofin


Sleeps 6 Fishing close by Golf close by

Keepers Cottage 1 in Hillfield, Devon, South West England

Keepers Cottage 1, Hillfield

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Keepers Cottage 1 self catering accommodation in Hillfield, Devon sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Keepers Cottage 1 start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Keepers Cottage 1 customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Keepers Cottage 1


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Games room Luxury self catering Keepers Cottage 1 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 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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