Last minute rentals in August Where to book a holiday rental for your last minute August holidays?
August is the perfect month for going on holiday, including if you only book late into the season. Wherever you decide to travel to in France, the weather is at its sunniest at this time of the year. Moreover, going away at the last minute means you can benefit from appealing last-minute promotions - including in high-quality hotels and resorts. Basically, if you want a spur-of-the-moment holiday, renting last-minute holiday accommodation in August is a great idea!
Book your last-minute cultural holiday in the sun in August
The month of August is not merely the best time to go on holiday because of the delightful sun rays that brighten up French landscapes. It is also the main festival season throughout the country. If you are not quite sure about your destination, you could book a last-minute August holiday near a festival. During the month of August, France is bursting with festivals all over the country: classical music, rock, open-air theatre, local heritage, cookery, culture, folklore, sound and light shows, and even a few original shows that include pyrotechnics or street art!
The advantage to choosing a holiday rental at the last minute in August is that you can let your adventure-filled imagination run free: you don’t choose the destination, the destination chooses you. You may even discover places, landscapes and cultures you never expected to see or had never heard of before.
Another key advantage to going away at the last minute is being able to enjoy high-end facilities at a much lower cost. Indeed, by booking your Vacanceole holidays at the last minute in August, you can benefit from flash promotions which are extremely appealing given their interesting prices! Even though the choice of destinations is smaller, you will have a better chance of being able to book a cheap holiday in a lovely hotel or resort!
Stay off the beaten track by booking a city rental in August
To easily find a last-minute holiday rental in August, go for a city trip: discover a new town and make the most of it while it is quieter during the summer. Why not discover the rich cultural heritage of the Champagne region by going on a city break to Epernay and staying in our Residence Les Demeures Champenoises Confort***, which is also Green Key labelled? While you are there, you could learn a little about how they make their world-renowned sparkling wine! If architecture through the ages interests you, head to Montpellier and stay in our Residence Le Terral*** in Saint-Jean-de-Vedas. From Antiquity right through to modern times, the city will take you back through the ages.
Otherwise, you may also enjoy a bucolic boat ride down the Canal du Midi. In that case, you can book a last-minute holiday rental in Beziers, in our Residence Le Fonserane***. Planning a last-minute city break in August is perfect if you want to explore the town without having to put up with its usual inconveniences. Museums, performance halls, restaurants and terraces will welcome you with open arms, and for once won’t be jam-packed. You can hop on and off public transport without having to share your space with the crowds. Live your best life in August!
Opt for a calm last-minute August holiday
To be sure to find a holiday to book at the last minute, the best option is to look at original destinations. A lot of tourists go to the beach during the month of August... So head for the mountains! It is the perfect season for going hiking with a nature guide, trying yourself out at canyoning, or doing via ferrata. The mountains are such a beautiful place in August. The temperatures are cooler than down in the plains, thanks to the altitude - no need to fear a heat wave up there. A dreamlike destination for boosting your energy levels and relaxing!
If you are looking to flee the masses, book a last-minute holiday rental in August out in the countryside, in one of Vacanceole’s Land of peace destinations. The French countryside is bursting with unsuspected treasures, and is incredibly calm during the month of August. It is the perfect destination if you want to do everything you don’t have time for the rest of the year - finally having time to chill!