Holiday Cottages for August
Why not treat yourself to the holiday of a lifetime this August? Whatever you are hoping for, you will find a holiday just right for you among our handpicked selection of luxury self catering cottages. Be it a lakeside country retreat, a quiet haven in a vibrant town or a seaside sanctuary with stunning ocean views, we'll find you somewhere that you'll never want to leave. Read more
At Classic Cottages, all of our holiday cottages are handpicked and personally inspected so that we only have the best of the best on our books. We want your whole experience to be as relaxed as possible, so every single cottage is fully equipped and kitted out to ensure your total comfort.
Pick the perfect holiday cottage for August
Whatever takes your fancy this August, we will have a cottage that is just right for you. If you want to head away from the summer crowds, spend a week on the wild and beautiful moors. If you cannot wait for a swim in the cool summer sea, choose one of our seaside retreats. If you want to keep an open mind, peruse our selection of 1143 self catering cottages available for August and discover your new favourite spot.
With so much on offer, you will only wish you could drag out August for a few more days.
We have 1143 holiday cottages available in August
From £120 per night
Aurora at 24 Acres
5736Shepherds Hut in Devon with outdoor bath and luxury interiors.
Welcome to Aurora, a gorgeous shepherd's hut for two, hidden away in a secluded setting in the Blackdown Hills. Nestled within a peaceful meadow on a 24-acre site and surrounded by...
From £120 per night
7 nights from £845 *
Lowther Castle Cottage
52692 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Penrith.
Right in the heart of this pretty conservation village you will find this contemporary inspired cottage with plenty of history. Within walking distance of Lowther Castle and Garden...
7 nights from £845 *
7 nights from £848 *
The Lion's Den at Warleggan
3831Family-size shepherds hut with hot tub and dog friendly near Lostwithiel, South Cornwall.
As you wind through the moorland lanes that lead to the pretty rural hamlet of Warleggan, you'll appreciate why the locals have twinned this special place with CS Lewis' fantasy wo...
7 nights from £848 *
7 nights from £848 *
The Witch's Wagon at Warleggan
4090Family size, dog friendly shepherds hut near Lostwithiel, South Cornwall with a hot tub
Fall under the spell of this stunning location with an unforgettable stay at the enchanting Witch's Wagon. Squirreled away in the pretty hamlet of Warleggan, yes it is a real place...
7 nights from £848 *
7 nights from £849 *
Lofty’s Cottage
612 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Cadgwith, West Cornwall.
Located in a National Landscape (formerly known as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) this former coastguard cottage, perched high above Cadgwith Cove with a magnificent panora...
7 nights from £849 *
7 nights from £850
19 Seaview Bay
49261 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
Escape to the delights of 19 Seaview Bay to enjoy a slice of stunning Island coastline, a gentle stroll around the pretty local shops, relax with an afternoon tea at Seaview Hotel ...
7 nights from £850
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We scour the coast and country to winkle out bits worth sharing with you, the best properties in lovely locations. While we’re out and about, we gather together the best things to do so that you can start planning your holiday as soon as you’ve booked.
The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.
7 nights from £850
Gregs Cottage
27991 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Penzance, West Cornwall.
If you are seeking a bolthole in this historic town, Gregs Cottage has the credentials. A traditionally styled mews town cottage that offers comfortable and welcoming accommodation...
7 nights from £850
7 nights from £850
Hayloft
31291 bedroom, dog friendly, rural cottage near the beach near Portscatho, Cornwall.
This lovely stone-built barn is set back from an unspoilt country lane just outside the harbourside village of Gerrans. One of just two recently renovated barns (Long Linhay (3142)...
7 nights from £850
7 nights from £851
Huckworthy
32561 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.
Taking its name from the nearby bridge over the Walkham river, Huckworthy is a truly idyllic couple's retreat. Granite steps lead you up to the front door and private garden area. ...
7 nights from £851
7 nights from £858
The Apartment, Broadway
54561 bedroom self catering apartment in the heart of Broadway.
If you are looking for the perfect pad to explore the Cotswolds, then The Apartment, Broadway couldn't offer a more convenient location. Beautifully presented throughout, the apart...
7 nights from £858