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A house with a blue door and a flower bed at Penpegws near Aberystwyth
New property
1 of 25
5
near Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

  • Sykes rating

Penpegws is a delightful, rustic cottage settled into the countryside near Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, with sea views and a woodburning stove. Aberystwyth 3.7 miles; Aberaeron 15.4 miles; New Quay 22.9 miles. (Ref. 1198097)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Sun 30th Aug
for 3 nights From £442

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A wooden deck with chairs and flower pots next to a hot tub and green trees at The Lazy Mare by The Water Admaston near Abbots Bromley
1 of 17
5
Admaston near Abbots Bromley, Staffordshire, WS15
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This charming shepherd's hut rests in the countryside village of Admaston, Staffordshire. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Countryside views. Reservoir with fishing and sailing on-site. Romantic. Rugeley 4.1 miles; Stafford 11.6 miles. (Ref. 1079029)

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

Sat 29th Aug
for 3 nights From £430

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A house with a large garden surrounded by trees at Headland Barn in Maldon
1 of 74
5
Maldon, Essex, CM9
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Headland Barn is an outstanding Grade II listed house in Maldon, Essex, with 300-year-old beams, incredible high ceilings, open-plan living and a barbecue. Witham 6.9 miles; Chelmsford 10 miles; Southend-on-Sea 22.8 miles. (Ref. 1179653)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sat 29th Aug
for 3 nights From £1570

Last booked 3 hours ago
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A stone house with a conservatory and garden furniture on a terrace with a lawn and hills in the background at Grass Ings in Langdale
1 of 24
5
Langdale, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Detached Lakeland country house. Stunning views. French doors. Stylish decor. Smart TVs and Xbox 360. Large garden. Nestled between the peaceful Langdale Valley and vibrant Ambleside. (Ref. 1041265)

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

Fri 28th Aug
for 3 nights From £1716

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A house with large windows and a driveway at Lady Of Lourdes in Whitchurch, Herefordshire
1 of 65
5
Whitchurch, Herefordshire, England, HR9
  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.5★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Lady Of Lourdes is a unique converted chapel in Whitchurch, Herefordshire, boasting original feature windows, a pool table and is close to amenities. Symonds Yat 1.1 miles; Monmouth 4.7 miles; Ross-on-Wye 6.6 miles. (Ref. 1191734)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From £960

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A white two-story house with black windows and a slate roof surrounded by a green lawn a red-leafed tree and stone garden walls at Wynford in Ambleside
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1 of 55
5
Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Large contemporary residence. Great views. Underfloor heating in all bathrooms. French doors to pretty patio. Five minute walk to Ambleside village. (Ref. 1041191)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Fri 28th Aug
for 3 nights was £2438 From £2070

Last booked yesterday
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A small white building with a shingled roof and two small trees in pots on either side of the door at Roundham Cottage in West Bay
1 of 15
5
West Bay, Dorset, DT6
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.6★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A warm and restful converted annex in West Bay, Dorset. Off-road parking. Close to the coast. Bridport 1.5 miles; Lyme Regis 10.9 miles. (Ref. 1067413)

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

Fri 28th Aug
for 3 nights From £566

Last booked 2 hours ago
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A cottage with garden at White Heather Cottage Killalou
New property
1 of 68
5
Killaloe, County Clare, V94 D
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

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White Heather Cottage is a tremendous house in Killaloe, County Clare, with magnificent lake and countryside views alongside several woodburning stoves. Limerick 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1177158)

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

Fri 28th Aug
for 3 nights From £837

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A living room with a coffee table and blue sofas at The Forge in Castleton, Peak District
1 of 74
5
Castleton, Peak District, Peak District, S33
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Forge is a delightful cottage in Castleton, Derbyshire, featuring three bedrooms, a woodburning stove, EV charging, and an enclosed courtyard garden. Castleton 0.1 miles; Tideswell 6.6 miles. (Ref. 1195719)

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

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From £929

Last booked yesterday
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A garden with a hot tub and seating area at Treetops in Southerton near Sidmouth
1 of 60
5
Southerton near Sidmouth, Devon, EX11
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Treetops is an outstanding detached retreat in Southerton, Devon, boasting a woodburning stove, private balcony, a barbecue, and gorgeous woodland views. Sidmouth 5.3 miles; Exmouth 9.9 miles. (Ref. 16749)

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

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From £535

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A stone building with a black metal gate and stone pillars in front at Belle Vue in Hay on Wye Herefordshire
1 of 74
5
Hay on Wye, Herefordshire, Brecon Beacons National Park, HR3
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This fabulous five-bedroom holiday home rests in Hay-on-Wye, Powys. Bedrooms with en-suites. Brecon 15.6 miles; Hereford 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1125474)

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

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From £1513

Last booked yesterday
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A house with a hot tub and garden at Barn Howe in Lyth near Levens
1 of 87
5
Lyth near Levens, Lake District, LA8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Barn Howe is a stunning, family-friendly and pet-friendly home, encompassed by picture-perfect scenery in Lyth in the Lake District National Park, Cumbria. Kendal 6.2 miles; Windermere 8.8 miles. (Ref. 1180254)

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

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From £1160

Last booked 2 days ago
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A brick house with white doors and windows and potted plants outside at Small Lane Barn in Blackwood Hill near Endon
1 of 56
5
Blackwood Hill near Endon, Staffordshire, ST9
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

An impressive barn conversion near the Peak District National Park. Family-friendly. Hot tub. Games Room. Woodburning stove. Parking. Open-plan. Stoke 9.3 miles. Stafford 27.5 miles. (Ref. 1120305)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From £996

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Exterior view of a two-story house with white walls yellow trim and multiple windows at Glebe House in Dalton-le-Dale near Murton County Durham
1 of 72
5
Dalton-le-Dale near Murton, County Durham, County Durham, SR7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely annex resting in Dalton-le-Dale near Murton, Durham. Woodburning stove. Near the beach. Off-road parking. Seaham 2.7 miles; Sunderland 8 miles; Durham 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1088515)

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

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From £681

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A house with a garden and fence at Hoddell Pitch Cottage Kinnerton near New Radnor
1 of 70
5
Kinnerton near New Radnor, Powys, LD8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Hoddell Pitch Cottage, a charming house nestled in Kinnerton, Powys, features a warming woodburning stove, games room, underfloor heating and rural vistas. Presteigne 4.6 miles; Kington 7 miles; Llandrindod Wells 17.6 miles; Hay-on-Wye 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1164882)

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

Tue 1st Sep
for 3 nights From £526

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An outdoor deck with a hot tub and wicker sofa overlooking a village and green hills at Barncroft in Tansley near Matlock
1 of 46
5
Tansley near Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4
  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Barncroft is an outstanding detached bungalow situated in Tansley, Derbyshire boasting a double-sided log burner, hot tub, and elevated countryside views. Matlock 2 miles; Chesterfield 10.3 miles; Sutton-in-Ashfield 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1158073)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From £1326

Last booked yesterday
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Hallway with carpeted stairs and a wooden console table with a flower pot at Tower View in Scarborough
1 of 82
5
Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11
  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Tower View, a luxurious, detached abode set in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, boasting a hot tub, ground-floor living, and a short walk to a beach. Pickering 17 miles; Whitby 19.7 miles; York 39.4 miles. (Ref. 1155318)

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

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From £1937

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A modern house with wooden siding by a pond with rocks and bird statues at Defoe's View in Honiton
1 of 60
5
Honiton, Devon, EX14
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A luxurious holiday home set on five acres of land, on the outskirts of Honiton town. Spacious accommodation. Open-plan living space. Access to private small holding. Axminster 11 miles; Sidmouth 11 miles (Ref. 1040465)

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

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From £947

Last booked 2 days ago
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A stone house with a gravel driveway green lawn and a small stream flowing beside it at Fell View House in Lambrigg near Kendal
1 of 58
5
Lambrigg near Kendal, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA8
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Fell View House is a beautiful detached holiday home near the town of Kendal in Cumbria with a hot tub, woodburning stove and spacious, enclosed garden. Kendal 5.5 miles; Windermere 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1143601)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From £957

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Stone house with windows and a small garden next to a fenced grassy area at The Stables At Cae Gwyn in Ruthin
1 of 52
5
Ruthin, Denbighshire, LL15
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A stunning four-bedroom barn conversion resting in Cyffylliog, Denbighshire. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Country views. Games room. Hot tub. Llangollen 21.1 miles; Bala 21.3 miles; Chester 30.8 miles. (Ref. 1044697)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From £793

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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!