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

Fairway Cottage in Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Fairway Cottage, Woolacombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Fairway Cottage in South West England has a 3 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: Swimming Pool . Fairway Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Fairway Cottage start from £359 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Fairway Cottage


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Close to the Beach Golf close by

Castle Keep in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Castle Keep, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Castle Keep in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Castle Keep is close to the beach. Castle Keep does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Castle Keep start from £626 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Castle Keep


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden

Old Harper House in Aylsham, Norfolk, East England

Old Harper House, Aylsham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Old Harper House in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached . Old Harper House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Old Harper House start from £359 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Old Harper House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Old Harper House


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Old Harper House Customer Feedback and Reviews

Spring Cottage in Veryan, Cornwall, South West England

Spring Cottage, Veryan

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

Spring Cottage self catering accommodation in Veryan, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Spring Cottage start from £264 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Spring Cottage


Sleeps 2 Garden

Church Cottage in Wangford, Suffolk, East England

Church Cottage, Wangford

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Church Cottage in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Church Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Church Cottage start from £435 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Church Cottage


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

The Sun Deck in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

The Sun Deck, Aldeburgh

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Sun Deck in East England has a 4 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: Garden . The Sun Deck is close to the beach. Prices at The Sun Deck start from £408 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Sun Deck


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Garden

The Old Stable in Witnesham, Suffolk, East England

The Old Stable, Witnesham

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Old Stable 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 and features include: Detached . Activities close by include golf . Prices at The Old Stable start from £395 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Stable


Sleeps 4 Golf close by

Pound End in Dereham, Norfolk, East England

Pound End, Dereham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Pound End 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 Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Pound End start from £341 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Pound End customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Pound End


Sleeps 6 Indoor pool Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Pound End Customer Feedback and Reviews

2 Barge Cottages in Narborough, Norfolk, East England

2 Barge Cottages, Narborough

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

2 Barge Cottages 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 and features include: Garden . Activities close by include horse riding fishing . Prices at 2 Barge Cottages start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 Barge Cottages


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Garden

The White House in Great Snoring, Norfolk, East England

The White House, Great Snoring

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The White House in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at The White House start from £586 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The White House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The White House


Sleeps 8 Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner The White House 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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Cottage Holiday Favourites