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  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A fabulous, single-storey property residing in Marsh Green near Whimple, Devon. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. In an AONB. Ottery St Mary 3.9 miles; Exeter 9.6 miles. (Ref. 999414)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 1st Sep
for 3 nights €2421

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This charming farmhouse property rests in Falkirk, Stirlingshire. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Bedrooms with en-suites. Stenhousemuir 5.9 miles; Glasgow 24.4 miles; Edinburgh 27.5 miles. (Ref. 1085615)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights €1594

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This superb semi-detached barn conversion rests in the rural village of East Norton, near Uppingham in the East Midlands. Woodburner. Country views. Corby 13.5 miles; Leicester 15 miles. (Ref. 993253)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Fri 4th Sep
for 3 nights €758

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  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Squirrels is a well-presented, stone cottage located in the bustling market town of Hebden Bridge in West Yorkshire. Balcony terrace. Near amenities. Haworth 8.3 miles; Halifax 8.8 miles; Holmfirth 20 miles; Skipton 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1150606)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sun 30th Aug
for 3 nights €667

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A superb wooden lodge resting just outside the village of Wedmore in Somerset. Countryside location. Open-plan. Hot tub. Cheddar 6.5 miles; Burnham-on-Sea 9 miles. (Ref. 1100432)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 1st Sep
for 3 nights €742

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Potting Shed is a sweet, couples' lodge in the countryside of Combe, near Langport, Somerset. Private parking. Romantic. Garden with furniture. Langport 1.1 miles; Somerton 4.9 miles; Taunton 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1144768)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom

Tue 1st Sep
for 3 nights €284

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Beautifully furnished, luxury shepherd's hut.Located next to the lake at Highrigg, near the Cumbria village of Wetheral. Open country views. Close to Hadrian's Wall. Decked area with hot tub. Carlisle 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1002051)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub

Sun 30th Aug
for 3 nights €653

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming, three-bedroom, terraced cottage resting in the heart of Middleton-in-Teesdale, Durham. Close to amenities. Near a National Park. Private garden. Woodburning stove. Barnard Castle 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1125374)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sun 30th Aug
for 3 nights €402

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Detached Yorkshire cottage in pretty village of Allerston. Character beams, woodburner, spacious kitchen, well equipped and comfortable. Excellent area for cycling and walking. Pickering 4 miles. (Ref. 3878)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Fri 4th Sep
for 3 nights €1057

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Riverbank, a stunning house nestled in the town of Shrewsbury in Shropshire. Terraced. Riverside views. Near Shropshire Hills National Landscape. Shawbury 8.7 miles; Shropshire Hills National Landscape 17.4 miles. (Ref. 1153325)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher

Thu 3rd Sep
for 3 nights €615

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Gorgeous stylish cottage converted from barns. A haven for peace and tranquillity. Footpath to the coast. Surrounded by meadows. Clovelly 5½ miles. (Ref. 976115)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Sun 30th Aug
for 3 nights €608

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Cairndhu is a welcoming single-storey, pet-friendly home in Muirhouses, Linlithgow, near Edinburgh. Near to the coast with a gas fire and enclosed gardens. Linlithgow 4.3 miles. South Queensferry 8.7 miles. Falkirk 9.5 miles. Edinburgh is 17.6 miles (Ref. 1192134)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Fri 4th Sep
for 3 nights €1031

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Canny Croft is a traditional cottage situated in Chilton Polden near Bridgwater in Somerset. Enclosed gardens. Rural views. Dog-friendly. Off-road parking. Glastonbury 10 miles; Burnham-on-Sea 10.3 miles; Weston-super-Mare 19 miles. (Ref. 1125757)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Sun 30th Aug
for 3 nights €921

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An impressive five-bedroom detached house resting in Millbrook, Cornwall. Woodburning stove. Large private garden. Off-road parking. Whitsand Bay 3.7 miles ; Plymouth 8.5 miles. (Ref. 1078549)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Fri 4th Sep
for 3 nights €1261

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A beautifully refurbished coach house resting in the pretty Cranwell Village near Leasingham. Open-plan living. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Sleaford 3.9 miles. (Ref. 1051137)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Sat 29th Aug
for 3 nights €1133

  • Sleeps15
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A spacious holiday home set in extensive grounds in a beautiful rural location, 4 miles from Llangadfan. Stunning views. Indoor pool. Outdoor hot tub. Woodburner. WiFi. Excellent for touring mid Wales and Snowdonia National Park. Welshpool 8 miles. (Ref. 930466)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights €2777

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful single-storey cottage resting in Cheriton near Alresford. Woodburning-stove. Dog-friendly. Ground-floor living. Countryside views. Winchester 7.3 miles; Basingstoke 25.2 miles; Guildford 33.5 miles. (Ref. 1115307)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • 10% off - Sat 1st Aug to 31st Aug 2026

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights €729

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A large, contemporary holiday home positioned in Claddach Valley on the Isle of North Uist in the Outer Hebrides. Seaside. Spacious. Office. Malacleit 1.6 miles; Sollas 2.7 miles; Lochmaddy 11.8 miles; Berneray 13.7 miles; Benbecula 17 miles. (Ref. 1110834)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
  • 10% off - Mon 1st Jun to 31st Aug 2026

  • 3% off - Tue 1st Sep to 31st Dec 2026

Fri 28th Aug
for 3 nights €3341

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A homely, eco-friendly, ground floor property offering spectacular views across Windrush Valley, sleeping up to four guests in two bedrooms, settled in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire. Beautiful countryside views. Underfloor heating. Electric log st (Ref. 1067963)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Sun 30th Aug
for 3 nights €682

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Nook, a nicely-presented holiday home located in the stunning coastal town of Brixham in Devon. Woodburning stove. EV charging. Pet-friendly. Dartmouth 4.8 miles; Paignton 5.3 miles; Torquay 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1152557)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Sun 30th Aug
for 3 nights €454

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Get away for a long weekend with a cottages to rent for the bank holiday. All of the holiday rentals below are still available for the coming bank holiday, so reserve your favourite today to avoid disappointment! There are holiday lets for the bank holiday in all four corners of the UK and Ireland, so pick your favourite destination and get set for an invigorating three-night short break today!

Where to stay this bank holiday? The choice is yours!

From the Yorkshire Dales to the Dorset Coast, these self-catering holiday homes for the bank holiday provide a great base for a relaxing few days away from the daily grind. Whether you're a couple looking for an isolated bolthole in the country or a group of friends out to celebrate the bank holiday in style at a luxury holiday cottage, you're sure to find just what you're looking for before the upcoming bank holiday.

So forget pricey hotels or below par B&B's and opt for a stay at a self-catering holiday this bank holiday. With so many great properties to choose from at affordable prices, a self-catering holiday let is a bit of a no-brainer wouldn't you say?

Here you'll find self catering holiday cottages that are available to rent during the upcoming Bank Holiday. You can also check out available properties over the Spring bank holiday, Easter break, May bank holiday and August bank holiday.

Still undecided about where to go? Explore this wider range of UK weekend breaks. Or, if it'll just be you and your partner, then be sure to check out this collection of properties for romantic weekend breaks in the UK too! We've also put together a handy guide to UK Bank Holidays packed with the dates of upcoming bank holidays across the UK, inspiration on where to go and even a handy quiz to help you decide on your next adventure.

Can’t decide? Check out this broad range of all self-catering UK holiday cottages to find the ideal property for you. Book ahead and secure your 2026 break now!