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

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

Corner Cottage in Burford, Oxfordshire, Central England

Corner Cottage, Burford

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

Corner Cottage self catering accommodation in Burford, Oxfordshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Corner Cottage start from £803 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Corner Cottage


Sleeps 4 Garden Open fire or wood burner

Sea Vista in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Sea Vista, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Sea Vista in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Sea Vista is close to the beach. Prices at Sea Vista start from £312 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sea Vista


Sleeps 6 Close to the Beach

Brittas Bay in Brittas Bay, County Wicklow, Ireland-East

Brittas Bay, Brittas Bay

Breaks in County WicklowIreland-East

Brittas Bay self catering accommodation in Brittas Bay, County Wicklow sleeps . This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Brittas Bay is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Brittas Bay start from £313 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Brittas Bay


Close to the Beach Fishing close by Golf close by

The Old Garage in Thornham, Norfolk, East England

The Old Garage, Thornham

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

The Old Garage in East England has a 3 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 Garden Open Fire/woodburner . The Old Garage is close to the beach. The Old Garage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Old Garage start from £542 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Old Garage customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Old Garage


Sleeps 8 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner The Old Garage Customer Feedback and Reviews

Bakehouse in Aston, Oxfordshire, Central England

Bakehouse, Aston

Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England

Bakehouse self catering accommodation in Aston, Oxfordshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Bakehouse 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 Bakehouse start from £412 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Bakehouse


Sleeps 4 Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly Garden

Belle Plage in Braunton, Devon, South West England

Belle Plage, Braunton

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

Belle Plage in South West England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Belle Plage is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Belle Plage start from £818 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Belle Plage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Golf close by Luxury self catering

Little Oakland in Waldringfield, Suffolk, East England

Little Oakland, Waldringfield

Breaks in SuffolkEast England

Little Oakland in East England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Little Oakland start from £267 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Little Oakland


Sleeps 4 Garden Internet WIFI available

Barn Drift in Cley-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, East England

Barn Drift, Cley-next-the-Sea

Breaks in NorfolkEast England

Barn Drift in East England has a 5 star rating and can sleep up to 14. This 7 bedroom luxury 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. Barn Drift is close to the beach. Prices at Barn Drift start from £2519 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Barn Drift customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Barn Drift


Sleeps 10 or more Close to the Beach Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering Barn Drift Customer Feedback and Reviews

The Hollies in Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

The Hollies, Ilfracombe

Breaks in DevonSouth West England

The Hollies in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. The Hollies is close to the beach. Prices at The Hollies start from £270 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Hollies


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach 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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