Ivydene Guest House

The call of gulls drifts in from the North Sea, mingling with the salty tang that reaches every corner of Skegness on the right sort of breeze.

Ivydene runs as a proper guest house with a camping pod out back — ideal if you want a roof some nights and canvas others, or you're travelling with a mix of campers and those who prefer four walls. It's an unusual setup that works well for families doing a coastal break without committing everyone to sleeping bags, or couples testing the camping waters before going all-in. Dogs are welcome by arrangement, so worth a call ahead if you've got one in tow.

This is low-key Lincolnshire seaside — think traditional bucket-and-spade beaches rather than wild Atlantic drama. Open year-round, which makes it handy for off-season breaks when the crowds thin and the shoreline feels properly yours. Campfires are a check-on-arrival situation, and facilities aren't spelled out in detail, so best to ask what's included with the pod when you book. The vibe's relaxed and unpretentious — somewhere to base yourself while you explore the coast or simply sit still for a bit.