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

The Mates House in Dartmouth, Devon, South West England

The Mates House, Dartmouth

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Mates House self catering accommodation in Dartmouth, Devon sleeps 4. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. The Mates House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Mates House start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Mates House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Mates House


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner The Mates House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Knockvicar in Lough Key, County Roscommon, Ireland-West

Knockvicar, Lough Key

Breaks in County RoscommonIreland-West

Knockvicar self catering accommodation in Lough Key, County Roscommon sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Knockvicar does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Knockvicar start from £395 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Knockvicar


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Golf close by Internet WIFI available

Skibbereen in Skibbereen, County Cork, Ireland-South

Skibbereen, Skibbereen

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Skibbereen self catering accommodation in Skibbereen, County Cork sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Skibbereen start from £321 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Skibbereen


Sleeps 8 Golf close by Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Oak Tree Cottage in Fritham, Hampshire, South East England

Oak Tree Cottage, Fritham

Breaks in HampshireSouth East England

Oak Tree Cottage self catering accommodation in Fritham, Hampshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Oak Tree Cottage start from £443 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Oak Tree Cottage


Sleeps 6 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Knockananna in East Coast, County Wicklow, Ireland-East

Knockananna, East Coast

Breaks in County WicklowIreland-East

Knockananna self catering accommodation in East Coast, County Wicklow sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Knockananna does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Knockananna start from £317 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Knockananna


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Golf close by Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Little Horsecombe in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Little Horsecombe, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Little Horsecombe self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Little Horsecombe does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Little Horsecombe start from £495 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Little Horsecombe


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly Open fire or wood burner Games room

Glengarriff in Beara Peninsula, County Cork, Ireland-South

Glengarriff, Beara Peninsula

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Glengarriff self catering accommodation in Beara Peninsula, County Cork sleeps 9. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Glengarriff is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Glengarriff start from £248 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glengarriff


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by

The Chota House in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

The Chota House, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Chota House self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 8. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Chota House start from £822 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Chota House


Sleeps 8 Internet WIFI available Games room

Gables Cottage in Bibury, Gloucestershire, South West England

Gables Cottage, Bibury

Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England

Gables Cottage self catering accommodation in Bibury, Gloucestershire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Activities close by include golf . Prices at Gables Cottage start from £582 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Gables Cottage


Sleeps 4 Golf close by Garden

Wharfinger in Bude, Cornwall, South West England

Wharfinger, Bude

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Wharfinger self catering accommodation in Bude, Cornwall sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Wharfinger is close to the beach. Wharfinger does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Wharfinger start from £599 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Wharfinger


Sleeps 8 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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