Cavatina Lodge Guest House

The scent of morning coffee drifts through a quiet Lancing street, just far enough from the coast road that you'll sleep well but close enough to reach the beach for a sunrise walk.

This is a proper guest house with a camping pod option tucked in the garden — unusual, but it works for couples after a comfortable base near Brighton without the seafront prices, or anyone who fancies trying pod life before committing to full wilderness camping. Lancing sits between Worthing and Shoreham on the Sussex coast, all shingle beaches and the enormous chapel on the hill, with the South Downs rising just inland. The guest house side suits those wanting a proper bed and breakfast setup, while the pod's there for campers who like a roof but still want that outdoor feeling.

Facilities aren't listed in detail, so ask when you book what's included and whether your dog's welcome — policies vary. Campfires need checking on arrival too. It's open year-round, which makes it handy for off-season coastal escapes. Expect a low-key, residential vibe rather than a buzzing campsite atmosphere — this is lodging with a camping twist, not the other way round.