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 Gatehouse in Norwich, Norfolk, East England

The Gatehouse, Norwich

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Gatehouse in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at The Gatehouse start from £372 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Gatehouse


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Poplar Cottage in Halesworth, Suffolk, East England

Poplar Cottage, Halesworth

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Poplar Cottage in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Prices at Poplar Cottage start from £328 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Poplar Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden

2 bedroom cottage in Boscastle, Cornwall, South West England

2 bedroom cottage, Boscastle

Breaks in CornwallSouth West England

2 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £435 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage


Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available

The Apple Store in Daylesford, Oxfordshire, Central England

The Apple Store, Daylesford

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

The Apple Store self catering accommodation in Daylesford, Oxfordshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. The Apple Store does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Apple Store start from £840 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Apple Store


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

3 Barge Cottages in Narborough, Norfolk, East England

3 Barge Cottages, Narborough

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

3 Barge Cottages in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . Activities close by include horse riding fishing . Prices at 3 Barge Cottages start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 3 Barge Cottages


Sleeps 4 Fishing close by Garden

Ambrose Cottage in Braunton, Devon, South West England

Ambrose Cottage, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Ambrose Cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Ambrose Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Ambrose Cottage start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ambrose Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available

2 bedroom apartment in Cromer, Norfolk, East England

2 bedroom apartment, Cromer

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

2 bedroom apartment in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom apartment is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at 2 bedroom apartment start from £344 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom apartment


Close to the Beach Fishing close by Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Glen Bank in Brampton, Cumbria, North West England

Glen Bank, Brampton

Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England

Glen Bank self catering accommodation in Brampton, Cumbria sleeps 9. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Glen Bank does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Glen Bank start from £510 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glen Bank


Sleeps 8 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Skipjack in Ingworth, Norfolk, East England

Skipjack, Ingworth

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Skipjack in East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Swimming Pool Hot Tub . It also has Internet access. Prices at Skipjack start from £383 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Skipjack customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Skipjack


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Garden Internet WIFI available Hot tub Skipjack Customer Feedback and Reviews

Honeysuckle Cottage in Barnstaple, Devon, South West England

Honeysuckle Cottage, Barnstaple

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Honeysuckle Cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . Honeysuckle Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Honeysuckle Cottage start from £265 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Honeysuckle Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

 

 

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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