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

Cairn Cottage in Berrynarbor, Devon, South West England

Cairn Cottage, Berrynarbor

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Cairn Cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Bungalow is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Cairn Cottage is close to the beach. Cairn Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cairn Cottage start from £420 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cairn Cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Two The Foundry in Parkend, Gloucestershire, West England

Two The Foundry, Parkend

Breaks in GloucestershireWest England

Two The Foundry self catering accommodation in Parkend, Gloucestershire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Two The Foundry start from £792 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Two The Foundry


Sleeps 6 Garden

The Coach House in Reydon, Suffolk, East England

The Coach House, Reydon

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

The Coach House in East England has a 3 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: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . The Coach House is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at The Coach House start from £262 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Coach House


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden Open fire or wood burner

Silver Birches in Dersingham, Norfolk, East England

Silver Birches, Dersingham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Silver Birches 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 . It also has Internet access. Prices at Silver Birches start from £327 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Silver Birches


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

Whimbrel Cottage in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Whimbrel Cottage, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Whimbrel Cottage in East 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: Detached Garden . Whimbrel Cottage is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Whimbrel Cottage start from £371 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Whimbrel Cottage


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Fishing close by Garden

Dunbar Cottage in Parracombe, Devon, South West England

Dunbar Cottage, Parracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Dunbar Cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Dunbar Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Dunbar Cottage start from £344 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Dunbar Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

The Swallows in Parracombe, Devon, South West England

The Swallows, Parracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Swallows in South West England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Swallows start from £477 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Swallows


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

Pilgrims Prospect in Bacton, Norfolk, East England

Pilgrims Prospect, Bacton

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Pilgrims Prospect 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 Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Pilgrims Prospect is close to the beach. Pilgrims Prospect does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. It is listed as wheelchair accessible but please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Pilgrims Prospect start from £430 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Pilgrims Prospect


Sleeps 4 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Indoor pool Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available

Derwen Fach in Michaelston-Y-Fedw, Pembrokeshire, South Wales

Derwen Fach, Michaelston-Y-Fedw

Breaks in PembrokeshireSouth Wales

Derwen Fach self catering accommodation in Michaelston-Y-Fedw, Pembrokeshire sleeps 4. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Prices at Derwen Fach start from £230 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Derwen Fach


Sleeps 4 Garden

Marshfields in Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Marshfields, Southwold

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Marshfields in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Marshfields is close to the beach. Prices at Marshfields start from £437 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Marshfields


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach Garden 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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