Title: Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=32901204&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches. Cottage in Mablethorpe with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches. ![Fishing - Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches. (Sutton-on-Sea, near Mablethorpe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32901300/32901204/679e8255.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches. (Sutton-on-Sea, near Mablethorpe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32901300/32901204/8c4aef69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches. (Sutton-on-Sea, near Mablethorpe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32901300/32901204/1eb03d16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches. (Sutton-on-Sea, near Mablethorpe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32901300/32901204/3fc43df6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches. (Sutton-on-Sea, near Mablethorpe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32901300/32901204/6d60b39a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Drift Wood, an ideal base for a family holiday near the coast, offers a lovely ground-floor living space with patio doors to the garden. Enjoy private parking for 2 cars and Wi-Fi included. A short stroll takes you to shops, pubs and sandy beaches. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches. Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches.. All on the Ground Floor: Living/dining room: 40" Freeview TV, Patio Doors To Garden Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, 22" Freeview TV Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet. Enclosed lawned garden with patio and garden furniture.. All properties: Gas central heating, electricty, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot. Welcome pack. 2 medium-sized dogs welcome. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Ideal for a family holiday near the coast. Situated in the family, coastal resort of Sutton-on-Sea, on the main road where it joins Sandilands, these single-storey properties provide a lovely base for a holiday. Drift Wood and Sea Shells (refs 29958 and 29959) are attached and Crab Cottage (ref 29960) is detached – they all offer fantastic holiday accommodation. The area has a lot of activities for everyone, with the coastal resort of Mablethorpe close by and Sandilands golf course is 1 mile away. With the sandy beaches within walking distance and shops and pub also a stroll away, there is no need to use the car, but if you want to explore further along the coast, the busy seaside resort of Skegness is 14 miles away, the market towns of Alford, 7 miles and Louth, 20 miles, are all worth a day out. There is also a nearby bus stop which is the main bus route from Skegness to Mablethorpe. There is a popular hotel with a bar close by with two tennis courts. Free fishing is also available nearby. Guests get a 10% discount at The Stables bar and restaurant. Beach 5-minute walk. Shop ¾ mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile. Please note: These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 guests. Free WiFi Please note, properties are non-smoking, however, smoking is allowed outside. Properties can be booked together to sleep up to 12 people. Toiletry pack available. Wi-Fi available, however this facility cannot be guaranteed to be available at all times due to the unpredictability of Service Providers. Small to Medium sized dogs only allowed. Suitable for up to 2 pets ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Freezer ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Balcony/patio - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32900000/32896900/32896819/7f8c1c8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Sutton-on-Sea, near Mablethorpe Sutton-on-Sea, near Mablethorpe - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Cottage 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Sutton on sea Near Mablethorpe su-29958-29958 ## About the area Mablethorpe is home to this cottage. Addlethorpe Golf Club and Hardy's Animal Farm are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sandilands National Trust and Wolla Bank Pit. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Skegness Raceway or XSite Skatepark. [Visit our Mablethorpe travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mablethorpe.dx6346905) [View more Cottages in Mablethorpe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mablethorpe-Cottages.d6346905-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.29962%2C0.28389&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=A6EhHkwOBQ8aEHHlYPuc6S2IB7Y=) Sutton-on-Sea, near Mablethorpe ### What's nearby - ![BD40ER](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087829/80988475-b17d-4426-9ca3-95c53fde9cc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Skegness Beach 22 min drive \- 14.2 miles - ![#SpringFun #Tealby #Sheep](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4681/10ccca26-2478-4cdb-89e3-de78aeb3393a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lincolnshire Wolds 24 min drive \- 16.3 miles - Sandilands National Trust 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Butlins 15 min drive \- 7.6 miles - Fantasy Island 19 min drive \- 12.7 miles ### Getting around - Havenhouse Station 28 min drive ### Restaurants - The Fat Seagull 7 min walk - Book in Hand 6 min drive - The Louth 6 min drive - Bacchus Hotel Sutton-on-Sea Mablethorpe 2 min drive - Jesters 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches.? ### What time is check-in at Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches.? ### What time is check-out at Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches.? ### Where is Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Great location for a small family holiday, close to the sea and sandy beaches. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beverley M. 2 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Great find Lovely cottage with fully Inclosed garden, beds are so comfortable and bed linen is lovely, about 15 minutes walk to the beach, is a bit smaller than looks in photo but more than adequate, my only thing is the oven tray need to be replaced as really old and burnt, only cooked once. But otherwise would definitely recommend and stay here again. ##### Beverley M. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bernice Y. 24 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for my friend and I with our dogs Been here before and will go back next year ##### Bernice Y. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Sue 1 Nov 2020 #### W We had a great holiday we wondered if things would be available being so late in the season but we’re able to get out every day and came back to lovely clean and warm bungalow Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Sue This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria 26 Oct 2020 #### It was very comfortable which allowed us to relax straight away. It was very comfortable which allowed us to relax straight away. We will definitely be booking this holiday home again. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Maria This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 24 Oct 2019 #### most of the items you would want the cottage had, clean and tidy, not too far away from the shop and most of the items you would want the cottage had, clean and tidy, not too far away from the shop and beach, could not have been any nearer to the bus stop. ##### John This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Jeff 4 Jul 2019 #### Clean well maintained bungalow. Clean well maintained bungalow. Smaller than the photos show though. ##### Jeff This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresa 21 Jun 2019 #### Beautiful bungalow and all you need a great home from home place to stay. Beautiful bungalow and all you need a great home from home place to stay. ##### Theresa This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adrian 28 May 2019 #### Lovely modern bungalow with good off road parking and nice garden. 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