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

Crookhaven in Mizen Head, County Cork, Ireland-South

Crookhaven, Mizen Head

Breaks in County CorkIreland-South

Crookhaven self catering accommodation in Mizen Head, County Cork sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Crookhaven is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Crookhaven start from £196 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Crookhaven


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

Ballyliffin in Malin Head, County Donegal, Ireland-North

Ballyliffin, Malin Head

Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North

Ballyliffin self catering accommodation in Malin Head, County Donegal sleeps 10. This 5 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Ballyliffin is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Ballyliffin does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ballyliffin start from £346 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyliffin


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

Coombe House in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Coombe House, Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Coombe House self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 8. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Coombe House is close to the beach. Prices at Coombe House start from £739 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Coombe House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Coombe House


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Games room Coombe House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Diamond Cottage in Polruan, Cornwall, South West England

Diamond Cottage, Polruan

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Diamond Cottage self catering accommodation in Polruan, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Diamond Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Diamond Cottage start from £359 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Diamond Cottage


Sleeps 6 Pet friendly 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

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

Cromane, Ring of Kerry

Breaks in County KerryIreland-South

Cromane self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Cromane is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Cromane start from £224 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cromane


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

Garden Cottage in Crohans, Cornwall, South West England

Garden Cottage, Crohans

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Garden Cottage self catering accommodation in Crohans, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Garden Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Garden Cottage start from £260 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Garden Cottage


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Garden

The Beach House (Woodside) in Salcombe, Devon, South West England

The Beach House (Woodside), Salcombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Beach House (Woodside) self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. The Beach House (Woodside) is close to the beach. Prices at The Beach House (Woodside) start from £893 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Beach House (Woodside)


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Internet WIFI available Games room Luxury self catering

High Tide in Mayors Avenue, Devon, South West England

High Tide, Mayors Avenue

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

High Tide self catering accommodation in Mayors Avenue, Devon sleeps 5. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at High Tide start from £402 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected High Tide customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about High Tide


Sleeps 4 Games room High Tide Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Moors House in South Zeal, Devon, South West England

The Moors House, South Zeal

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Moors House self catering accommodation in South Zeal, Devon sleeps 10. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at The Moors House start from £483 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Moors House


Sleeps 10 or more Fishing close by Golf close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Easy walking 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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