East Lindsey
Lincolnshire's coast and wolds, without the crowds
Photo © Carol Walker, Google Maps
East Lindsey stretches from the sandy beaches of the Lincolnshire coast inland to the rolling farmland of the Wolds, an area of gently rising hills, hedgerows and quiet villages that feels a world away from the seafront a few miles east. It's a district of contrasts: bracing coastal air and long flat sands on one side, sunken lanes and patchwork fields on the other, and plenty of room to spread out on both.
The coast itself is the main draw for many visitors, with mile after mile of sand backed by dunes, and the traditional seaside resorts offering amusements, fish and chip shops and promenades for those who want a classic British beach holiday. Inland, the Wolds reward slower exploration: walking and cycling routes wind through the hills, taking in villages, churches and views back towards the sea. Wildlife and nature reserves dot the coastline too, appealing to birdwatchers drawn by the marshes and mudflats.
Whether you're drawn to the openness of the coast or the quieter, greener character of the Wolds, East Lindsey's spread of cottages means you can base yourself close to whichever landscape appeals most, or split a longer stay between the two.
Where to stay in East Lindsey
All hotels in East Lindsey →About staying in East Lindsey
Much of the self-catering here clusters in and around the coastal towns and the small settlements just inland, with cottages like Poplar Farm - Ewe-Nice and its neighbouring Poplar Zareba sitting on working smallholdings where guests can expect a properly rural stay. Others, such as 10 Dawson Park and 2 Dawson Park, form part of small holiday parks with several cottages grouped together, useful for families or groups travelling as part of a larger party. With 397 cottages listed across the district, options run from tucked-away farm conversions to simple holiday cottages a short drive from the beach.
The Cabin
Saracens Head, Highstreet, Chapel St Leonards
Saracens Head The Annex
The Saracens Head, Skegness
Ulceby Lodge
Spruce Lane, Ulceby
The Windmill Family and Commercial Hotel
10 Market Place, Alford
Anchor House
2 East Street 2 East Street, Alford
The Bell Hotel
45 High Street, Skegness
The Red Lion Inn
Skegness Road, Spilsby
Seayr Hotel
25 South Road, Chapel St Leonards
Things to Do in East Lindsey
All attractions in East Lindsey →Where to Eat in East Lindsey
All restaurants in East Lindsey →About eating out in East Lindsey
Eating out across East Lindsey tends towards the unpretentious and the local: seaside chip shops and cafes near the beaches, village pubs serving hearty food inland, and farm shops selling produce grown a field or two away from where you're staying. Self-catering suits this pattern well, letting you pick up local ingredients and cook them in a cottage kitchen after a day on the sand or in the hills.
Attractions Near East Lindsey
All attractions in East Lindsey →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of East Lindsey.
3 mi
Wren Farm Desserts
Skegness · ⭐ 4.8
4 mi
Radcliffe Donkey Sanctuary
Huttoft · ⭐ 4.8
4 mi
Willows Farm Fruit
Skegness · ⭐ 4.5
5 mi
Jump Warriors
Skegness · ⭐ 4.5
5 mi
Hardys Animal Farm
Skegness · ⭐ 4.6
Chapel St Leonards Beach
Skegness · ⭐ 4.6
Anderby Beach
Skegness · ⭐ 4.7
6 mi
Fantasy Island
Skegness · ⭐ 4.3
Camping in East Lindsey
All campsites in East Lindsey →Cottage-Waters
from £20/night
Gunby Lake Caravan Site
⭐ 4.8
The Nurseries Caravan Park
⭐ 4.8 · from £27/night
Herons Mead Touring Park and Fishing Lake
⭐ 4.7
Tall Pines Park
⭐ 4.9 · from £200/night
Shepherds Retreat
⭐ 5.0 · from £360/night
Captain Bluebells Farm
⭐ 4.7
The Lazy Buzzards
⭐ 4.7 · from £18/night
Self-Catering Cottages in East Lindsey(393)
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1 Dawson Park
2 bed · sleeps 3 · from £548
2 Dawson Park
2 bed · sleeps 5 · from £503
3 Dawson Park
3 bed · sleeps 5 · from £557
4 Dawson Park
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £503
5 Dawson Park
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £567
6 Dawson Park
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £602
7 Dawson Park
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £567
9 Dawson Park
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £567
Common questions about East Lindsey
How many holiday cottages are there in East Lindsey?
We list 393 self-catering cottages in and around East Lindsey.
Can I take a dog to a holiday cottage in East Lindsey?
Yes — 285 of the 393 East Lindsey cottages we list allow pets.
Are there large holiday cottages in East Lindsey for groups?
Yes — the largest cottage we list in East Lindsey sleeps 33.
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