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An outdoor pathway with flower pots leading to the entrance of a black wooden house at Closefield in Ivinghoe Aston near Ivinghoe
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5
Ivinghoe Aston near Ivinghoe, Buckinghamshire, LU7
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A contemporary single-storey barn conversion resting rurally in Ivinghoe Aston near Ivinghoe, Buckinghamshire. In AONB. Countryside views. Stylish. Romantic. Whipsnade 4.4 miles; Dunstable 5 miles; Berkhamsted 8.6 miles; Watford 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1020743)

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

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From $651

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A gravel courtyard with a small white table and two chairs outside a brick building at The Annexe Fulmodestone near Fakenham
Offer
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5
Fulmodestone near Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Annex is a delightful, single-storey property resting in the countryside of Fulmodestone near Fakenham, Norfolk. Rural location. Couple’s retreat. Fakenham 5.3 miles; Holt 9.1 miles; Weybourne 12.7 miles. (Ref. 935833)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom

  • 5% off - Thu 9th Jul to 31st Aug 2026

Sun 30th Aug
for 3 nights From $625

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An outdoor area with stone building and flowers in pots at Tyg Cottage Masham
Offer
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5
Grewelthorpe, near Masham, North Yorkshire, HG4
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Tyg Cottage is a charming, pet-friendly cottage in Grewelthorpe, North Yorkshire, boasting a woodburning stove, stylish interiors and open-plan living. Ripon 6.4 miles; Bedale 9.4 miles; Northallerton 18 miles. (Ref. 1189964)

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

  • 5% off - Fri 19th Jun to 4th Sep 2026

Sat 29th Aug
for 3 nights From $524

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The exterior of a multi-story building with a red roof and bay windows at North Beach Lodge in Scarborough
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5
Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12
  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A fantastic, semi-detached three-storey holiday home resting in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Hot tub. Games room. Near the beach. Pickering 17.7 miles; Whitby 18.8 miles. (Ref. 1062531)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From $1886

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Exterior view of a stone and brick two-story house with a light blue front door and white framed windows at Herbies Cottage in Snettisham
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5
Snettisham, Norfolk, PE31
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An elegant terraced cottage situated in the village of Snettisham, Norfolk. Pleasant views. Perfect for families. Neutral interior. Heacham 2.5 miles; Royal Sandringham 4.3 miles. (Ref. 1116231)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine

Fri 4th Sep
for 3 nights From $690

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A house with a blue door and windows at The Beach Escape in Prestatyn
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5
Prestatyn, Denbighshire, LL19
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

  • Sykes rating

The Beach Escape is a welcoming house resting in Prestatyn, Denbighshire, featuring an enclosed garden and proximity to the beach and local amenities. Colwyn Bay 14.4 miles; Llandudno 21.4 miles; Chester 32.1 miles; Snowdonia National Park 30.8 miles. (Ref. 1182223)

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

Sat 29th Aug
for 3 nights From $856

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An outdoor area with a hot tub and chairs overlooking the countryside at Bwncath in Garthmyl
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5
Garthmyl, Powys, SY21
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Bwn Cath is a beautifully-designed, single-storey home nestled in Berriew near Montgomery, Powys. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Countryside. Family-friendly. Churchstoke 8.7 miles; Welshpool 8 miles; Bishop's Castle 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1122454)

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

Sun 30th Aug
for 3 nights From $1140

Last booked yesterday
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A view of trees and hills from a gate at The Miller’s Roost at Dudgeley Mill All Stretton near Church Stretton
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5
All Stretton near Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.1★

    Good

  • Sykes rating

The Miller’s Roost at Dudgeley Mill is a delightful, first-floor accommodation located near All Stretton, in Shropshire, boasting a fire-pit and countryside views. Shrewsbury 12.6 miles; Ludlow 19.2 miles. (Ref. 1172504)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking

Sat 29th Aug
for 3 nights From $381

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A house with a garden at Wolvesacre Mill Cottage in Agden near Whitchurch
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5
Agden near Whitchurch, Wrexham, SY13
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Charming detached cottage resting in a peaceful location near to Whitchurch. Open-fire. Pet-friendly. Ellesmere 11.2 miles; Chester 21.1 miles. (Ref. 18947)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Sat 29th Aug
for 3 nights From $1160

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5
Wotton-Under-Edge, Cotswolds, GL12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

  • Sykes rating

7 The Cedars, a welcoming pet-friendly house near Wotton‑under‑Edge, Gloucestershire, has balcony views, partial ground-floor living and a serene garden. Badminton 6 miles; Tetbury 10 miles; Bath 20 miles; Cheltenham 25 miles. (Ref. 1201410)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom

Sat 29th Aug
for 3 nights From $923

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A wooden shepherds hut with an open door behind a wooden gate and stone wall with chairs and table on grass at Sheep Cote Shepherds Hut in Chop Gate near Stokesley
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5
Chop Gate near Stokesley, North York Moors National Park, TS9
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A gorgeous, one-bed hut sitting in a rural location in Chop Gate, near Stokesley, North Yorkshire. Countryside location. Ideal for couples. Rural views. Great Ayton 10.4 miles; Saltburn-by-the-Sea 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1126877)

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

Sat 29th Aug
for 3 nights From $590

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A living room with sofas a coffee table a wood burning stove and a wall mounted television at Aditum Cottage in East Barkwith near Wragby
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5
East Barkwith near Wragby, Lincolnshire, LN8
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This charming detached cottage rests in East Barkwith, near to Wragby, in Lincolnshire. Hot tub. Large garden and two-acres of grounds. Children’s play area. Market Rasen 8.4 miles; Bardney 9.4 miles; Horncastle 12.5 miles. (Ref. 941141)

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

Sat 29th Aug
for 3 nights From $1421

Last booked yesterday
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A living room with a fireplace leather sofas and a chandelier at No 22 in Llandudno
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5
Llandudno, Conwy, LL30
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

No.22 is a lovely, pet-friendly ground-floor apartment resting in the coastal town of Llandudno in Conwy with a private hot tub for added indulgence. Conwy 4.6 miles, Colwyn Bay 5.9 miles, Snowdonia 21.8 miles. (Ref. 1144137)

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

Fri 4th Sep
for 3 nights From $1000

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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
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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 $1329

Last booked yesterday
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An exterior view of a house with a red roof and stone walls at The Old House, Balure Lismore
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5
Lismore, Argyll and Bute, PA34
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Old House is a stylish single-storey house in the island of Lismore, Argyll and Bute, this romantic retreat offers a woodburning stove and allows pets. Port Appin 4.1 miles; Oban 12.9 miles; Glencoe 23.4 miles. (Ref. 1171202)

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

Sun 30th Aug
for 3 nights From $896

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A stone building with white doors and windows and a blue gate under a clear sky at The Old Parlour in Alton
Offer
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5
Alton, Staffordshire, ST10
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Old Parlour is a lovely single-storey cottage set in rural Alton, Staffordshire, enjoying countryside views, a woodburning stove, and a hot tub. Ashbourne 9.6 miles; Leek 12.9 miles. (Ref. 1171727)

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

  • 10% off - Mon 25th Jan to 28th Feb 2027

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From $913

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A front view of a brick house with a circular driveway and trimmed bushes at Ley Fields Farm in Cheadle
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5
Cheadle, Staffordshire, ST10
  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A large listed Georgian dwelling nestled within the Staffordshire countryside on the outskirts of Cheadle. Woodburning stove. Hot Tub. Large garden. Alton Towers 6.9 miles; Stoke-on-Trent 9 miles, Leek 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1065229)

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

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From $1527

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A front view of a stone cottage with a wooden gate and a sign reading Bramblewood Cottage in Middleton-In-Teesdale
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5
Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An attractive, detached house nestled on the outskirts of Middleton-in-Teesdale, Yorkshire. Open-plan. Ample off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Bowlees 3.9 miles; Barnard Castle 9.2 miles; Stanhope 13.9 miles. (Ref. 969604)

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

Mon 31st Aug
for 3 nights From $964

Last booked yesterday
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A modern single story house with a raised patio and glass railing surrounded by gravel and small plants at Ash Lodge in Teigngrace near Newton Abbot
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5

Holiday Park

Teigngrace near Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A superbly appointed, lodge-style dwelling resting within Twelve Oaks Farm, on the outskirts of Newton Abbot. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Shared outdoor swimming pool. Torquay 11 miles. (Ref. 1008069)

  • Pet friendly (extra charges may apply)
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 1st Sep
for 3 nights From $845

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A large stone house with multiple windows and a slate roof in front of a lawn and trees at Bank Barn Wreay Watermillock
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5
Watermillock, Lake District, CA11
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Bank Barn - Wreay is a magnificent barn conversion within extensive grounds with panoramic mountainous views towards Lake Ullswater, in Wreay, Cumbria. Penrith 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1160532)

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

Fri 4th Sep
for 3 nights From $2478

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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!