August Bank Holiday Cottages
Escape to a special corner of the UK this August bank holiday, with one of our wonderful 1556 holiday cottages. Grab a break before the schools go back and sink your toes into some sand one more time, or get out of the summer heat with a shady woodland hideaway. Read more
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We've got 1556 holiday cottages for the August bank holiday
7 nights from £270
Mount Wise Cottage
21872 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Falmouth, West Cornwall.
Over 200 years old, Mount Wise Cottage is a lovely, traditional stone cottage which overlooks Stithians Reservoir. The cottage is attached to Mount Wise Farmhouse (4396) but fac...
7 nights from £270
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28 Mar 2026 - 4 Apr 2026
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7 nights from £287
Meadowsweet
14301 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Fowey.
Meadowsweet is a detached granite barn, which sits in a beautiful rural setting just outside the small village of Lanlivery. Two steps lead up into the living-room, with its polish...
7 nights from £287
7 nights from £287
Cowslip
14311 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Fowey.
Cowslip like Meadowsweet (1430), is a detached granite barn which has two steps leading into the living-room, where neutral walls and polished wood floors frame the warmly coloured...
7 nights from £287
7 nights from £290 *
Wren Cottage
60382 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.
Offering an indoor swimming pool, table-tennis and 12 acres of pasture and woodland for children to explore, Wren Cottage promises a fun-packed yet relaxed family holiday. Set in t...
7 nights from £290 *
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7 nights from £290 *
Kingfisher Cottage
60402 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.
With family-friendly facilities including an indoor swimming pool, table-tennis and plenty of outdoor space to roam, Kingfisher Cottage is an ideal choice for a self-catering holid...
7 nights from £290 *
7 nights from £290 *
Swallow Cottage
60392 bedroom self catering cottage in Bideford, North Devon.
With fantastic on-site facilities including an indoor swimming pool, table-tennis and 12 acres of pasture and woodland to explore, Swallow Cottage offers something to keep the whol...
7 nights from £290 *
7 nights from £298
Prospect Cottage
25931 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.
Two doggies are welcome to join you when you stay at cute as a button Prospect Cottage. This traditionally presented darling little terraced cottage, situated in far west Cornwall ...
7 nights from £298
7 nights from £299 *
Kernow River View
50462 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Saltash, South Cornwall.
Perfectly situated on the border between Cornwall and Devon and with unsurpassed south-facing views towards the river Tamar, Kernow River View is a delightful holiday abode. Ideal ...
7 nights from £299 *
7 nights from £315
Cwtch y Rhos
60861 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in Fishguard.
Escape to Cwtch y Rhos for a romantic getaway. Nestling within walking distance of the centre of the historic coastal town of Fishguard and the picturesque harbour of Lower Town, e...
7 nights from £315
7 nights from £316
Little Gem
30021 bedroom holiday cottage with water views near Fowey, South Cornwall.
This lovely little waterside bolthole is perfect for couples who like walking, bird watching or messing about on the water – and those who just like to kick back and relax in comfo...
7 nights from £316
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Whether you're looking for a romantic bank holiday break for two, or to get the family together before the school uniform rush, our selection of handpicked and inspected cottages for the August bank holiday are ideal. Get away to enjoy the August weather with no worries, with our friendly team on hand to ensure you have a stress-free break.
Not sure where to go this August? With cottages across the South and West, we're sure we've got something that will tick your boxes. Sussex and Kent offer tranquil countryside, beautiful coastline and award-winning vineyards (perfect for an August afternoon!), the Isle of Wight is easy to reach yet feels like another world, with the gentle pace of island life lulling you into a relaxing holiday. Hampshire and the New Forest give you the magic of both coast and forest, and between the two you'll never be stuck for things to do. The Cotswolds is simply a dream, with its enchanting scenery and idyllic villages.
Start heading west into Dorset and Somerset, and go fossil hunting on the Jurassic Coast or simply settle in and admire the lush green landscape. By the time you reach Devon and Cornwall, a sea view is never far away and coves and beaches are just waiting to be explored, but the likes of Dartmoor provide a wildness hard to find in the UK. Oh, and Pembrokeshire is sure to provide an unforgettable August bank holiday getaway.
Wherever you choose to spend your August bank holiday, we've got exceptional holiday homes that will make sure you have a good holiday.
