Both of our properties are located centrally in Cleethorpes - a traditional British seaside resort on the Lincolnshire coast, sitting on the Greenwich Meridian and looking out across the Humber Estuary towards Spurn Point. The town's sandy beach stretches for miles along a shallow shoreline, backed by a Victorian promenade of cafes, amusements and independent shops on Sea View Street - one of the oldest shopping streets in the area which is less than 5 minutes walk away. The iconic Pier, first opened in 1873 while Ross Castle, a 19th-century folly in the Pier Gardens, offers panoramic views over the estuary. The Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway - one of Britain's oldest miniature railways, running since 1948 on 15-inch narrow gauge track - runs along the seafront and is a favourite with families. The Discovery Centre and boating lake (with its pedal boats and Lakeside Café) sit within easy walking distance of the beach. For nature lovers, the Humberston Fitties dunes are just to the south, while the 153-acre Cleethorpes Country Park lies inland off Kings Road. The town hosts a well-regarded annual Armed Forces Weekend and is 30 minutes from the Lincolnshire Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Both properties are located on the same quiet residential street in central Cleethorpes, less than a five-minute walk from the seafront, the Victorian independent shops, coffee shops, restaurants and bars of Sea View Street and the promenade. The train station is a 10-minute walk and a bus stop is two minutes away - making it one of the most walkable holiday lets in the town.  Donna Nook seal colony - one of Lincolnshire's most visited wildlife sites - is a 30-minute drive.

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#Jalebo

Jalebo is a three-bedroom detached house whose entire ground floor is a single open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining room with seating for six. The kitchen is fitted with NEFF double oven, NEFF gas hob, integrated NEFF American fridge-freezer, and a NEFF dishwasher - a notch above the typical holiday let. There's also a Tassimo coffee machine, washing machine, and tumble dryer. Upstairs, the family bathroom has a full-size bath with rainfall shower. Bedroom 1 has a king-size sprung and memory foam mattress; Bedroom 2 can be configured as a king or twin singles; Bedroom 3 has a single bed — making it flexible for different group sizes. Stair gates are fitted top and bottom and a high chair and travel cot are provided.

Outside, a private driveway fits two cars - a genuine advantage in central Cleethorpes during peak season - and the large rear garden has artificial grass, a patio area and a basketball hoop. The property is pet-friendly, has level access to the front door, and runs on 280 Mbps WiFi with a dedicated workspace, making it one of the few rentals in town that genuinely works for remote workers as well as holidaymakers.

Jalebo suits families with young children, two couples, groups of up to five or professionals working on business looking for a high-spec, centrally located base with private parking and outdoor space. Rated 4.95 from 62 reviews on Airbnb.

#DorothyRose

Dorothy Rose is a three-bedroom terraced house thats sleeps six across three bedrooms: Bedroom 1 with a king-size Casper mattress and a cot, Bedroom 2 configured as a king or two singles, Bedroom 3 with a bunk bed . The 1.5 bathrooms - a full-size bath with rainfall shower plus a separate WC - give larger groups or families with young children the practicality they need. What sets Dorothy Rose apart from other rentals in Cleethorpes, however, is the kitchen-diner: it houses a fully restored 1933 Riley oak slate-bed dining, snooker, and pool table alongside an 1864 thirteen-foot church pew — two pieces that guests consistently mention in reviews. The lounge has a 43" 4K Smart TV with complimentary Netflix, Disney+ and Prime Video; the kitchen is equipped with an American-style fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, and a Tassimo coffee machine.

Outside, the property has a south-facing rear garden with artificial grass, plus a small front garden - both catching afternoon and evening sun. The house is pet-friendly, has 250 Mbps cable broadband/WiFi and Nest smart heating and smoke alarms throughout.

Dorothy Rose suits families with young children, two or three couples, a group of six or professionals working on business wanting a characterful, well-equipped base with genuine talking-point features. Rated 4.94 from 165 reviews on Airbnb.

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Area Guide

Cleethorpes Beach (on your doorstep)

The main beach runs for several miles alongside the Victorian promenade, with a gentle slope into shallow water that makes it one of the most family-friendly tidal beaches on the east coast. At low tide the sandflats extend far out, revealing the stumps of a 4,000-year-old submerged forest - a detail you won't find on many British beaches. Best for: Families with young children, dogs (restrictions apply in summer near the pier), first-time visitors. Both Jalebo and Dorothy Rose are less than five minutes' walk from the main beach

Humberston Fitties Beach (2 miles south, 10 min drive or 25 min walk)

Just south of the main promenade, the Fitties is a conservation area of sand dunes and around 300 traditional timber chalets on former saltmarsh - "fitties" being the local word for saltmarsh. The beach here is quieter, with direct access to open sands and is popular with paddleboarders, dog walkers and birdwatchers. There are no amusements, no arcades - just dunes, sea air, and space. Best for: Dog walking, quiet walks, paddleboarding, nature.

Tetney Marshes / Donna Nook (15–20 miles south, 25–30 min drive)

Managed by the RSPB, Tetney Marshes form part of a 2,150-acre site of mudflats, saltmarsh, and saline lagoons that together form one of Britain's top five estuaries for bird life — over 175,000 birds use this section of the Humber floodplain. A few miles further south, Donna Nook is nationally known for its Atlantic grey seal colony, which arrives on the beach each November and December to give birth. At peak season up to 2,000 seals can be present. It's one of the most accessible seal-watching sites in the UK, with a boardwalk that brings you within metres of the animals.  Best for: Wildlife watching, photography, autumn and winter visits.

Restaurants and Cafes in Cleethorpes

Cleethorpes has a dining scene that punches above its size - Sea View Street alone has enough independent cafes, restaurants and bars to fill several evenings. Here's a practical guide with a small selection of where to eat (there are more suggestions in the house guides in the properties), covering everything from a fish supper to a proper sit-down dinner.

Fish and Chips - Steels Cornerhouse 

The most iconic fish and chip spot in town, located in the market place and a local institution and a must do at least once during your stay. Go for the battered haddock and mushy peas. Where: Cleethorpes Market Place

Casual and Café Dining

Figs Restaurant

A long-established local favourite known for its seasonal menus and a genuinely quirky take on afternoon tea - the "Chippy Tea" afternoon tea is a popular signature. Figs changes its afternoon tea menu with the seasons and gets booked up quickly at weekends. Good for a relaxed lunch or something a little different for groups.  Where: Alexander Road, Cleethorpes

The Kingsway Hotel Restaurant

One of the more polished dining options on the seafront, the Kingsway has an affordable weekly set menu (two courses plus a drink) that gets strong repeat visits from locals. The prawn cocktail and flat iron steak have both come in for praise in recent reviews. Book ahead for weekends.  Where: Kingsway, Cleethorpes seafront

Contemporary and International

Nasturtium (at Kingsway)

Chef Jack Phillips relocated Nasturtium from Abbeygate in Grimsby to Kingsway in 2024, bringing one of the area's most praised kitchens to a bigger space. The cooking is modern British with technically refined presentation - smoked mackerel chowder, mushroom gyoza, and inventive seasonal mains. This is the best choice if you want a genuinely restaurant-quality dinner in the area. Book in advance.

Pubs, Bars and Nightlife

Cleethorpes has a compact but lively nightlife scene centred around Sea View Street - a walkable stretch of pubs, bars and late-night venues that has been the social hub of the town for well over a century and the High Street about a 10 minute walk again with a concentration of bars and nightclubs. The scene ranges from traditional seaside pubs, sports bars, cocktail bars, city bars  and late-night bars and clubs almost all of it is within a 10-minute walk of our properties.

Sea View Street Area -  5 min walk

One of the oldest streets in the town, it leads to the seafront, promenade and beach and is lined with independent pubs and bars at close enough intervals to make bar-hopping easy on foot. The atmosphere is unpretentious and mixed - locals, weekenders, and families earlier in the evening all sharing the same stretch. What to expect: Mixture of city bars and traditional pubs with music, some doing food into the evening. Gets busy from around 9pm on Friday and Saturday nights.  Both Jalebo and Dorothy Rose are within a five-minute walk of Sea View Street and the promenade.  Bars include InsideOUT - A cocktail bar and games venue that bills itself as a speakeasy-style experience - think shuffleboard and darts alongside a decent drinks menu.  Forty One an independent business, with a professionally trained mixologist team offering over 41 cocktails, selection of premium spirits, draught lagers, bottles and IPAs.  The Counting House - situated in a former bank, sit up at our stunning bar for an intimate late-night drink with friends, dance the night away on our the dancefloor, or get that perfect Instagram shot in the photo booth in the bank vault.  Alongside these The Tap and Tail, Blonde Toast, Riverside, Side by Side annd not forgetting the long established The Nottingham House and Fisherman Arms.

Willy's Bar - Highcliff Road - 5 min walk

One of Cleethorpes' oldest established independent bars, with a broader wine and spirits selection than most of the pub-focused venues on Sea View Street. A slightly older crowd and a more relaxed atmosphere.

High Street Area - 10 min walk

Racks - Premier pool hall and sports bar, a family friendly entertainment venue with pool, interactive darts, shuffle board and a sports bar with large televisions are mounted throughout the venue showing a selection of sports and events.  Also offers a great menu and extended trading hours.   Zero Degrees North - premier pub boasting an extensive selection of craft beers and artisanal spirits and gourmet pub fare,  The Old Vic - Grant Street - with a wide drinks menu, sports on TV, and reliable weekend opening hours. Good as part of a group night out when you want space and a guaranteed late licence.  The Dolphin and Irish Bar - Alexander Road - newly refurbished offering Ar and interactive darts, shuffle board, interactive mini golf, Karaoke pod and Quickshot shooting.  The Coliseum Picture Theatre (Wetherspoons), the Bobbin, Rift and the Swashbuckle (both open late)  also on the high street and in the Market place a minutes walk away there is also Studio.  Finally, Platform on station road a couple of minutes walk from the high street is a late-night venue positioned into a themed-nights venue - past events include "Ibiza Comes to Cleethorpes," "Greatest Showman," and regular Ladies' Nights. Aimed squarely at an 18–25 crowd and bringing something closer to a city-style clubbing experience to the town. 

All the venues above are within 10 minutes' walk of both properties - no taxis needed to get home.  Taxis: Local taxi firms serve the promenade and Sea View Street through the night.

Top Family Activities in Cleethorpes

The promenade has a wide range of casual cafes, ice cream kiosks, and fish and chip shops that work well for families with younger children who don't want a sit-down restaurant. 

Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway

One of Britain’s oldest miniature railways, offering 45-minute return trips along the seafront from Lakeside Central. A great pick for train-loving children, with a café and the tiny Signal Box Inn nearby.  When: Daily in summer (July–August); weekends and school holidays from March to October.  Ages: Universally popular but especially 3–10 year olds.

The Boating Lake

A classic family stop with pedalo and rowing boat hire, a pleasant lakeside walk and a nearby café. The paddling pool is especially popular with younger children in summer.  Ages: Pedalos suit 5+. Paddling pool for under-7s.

Discovery Centre

A free, two-floor museum with changing displays on wildlife, maritime heritage and coastal history. It’s a good wet-weather option and adds context to a day at the beach.  Ages: 6–14 year olds get the most from the exhibition.--

Cleethorpes Country Park

A peaceful 153-acre park with lakes, woodland, and grassland habitats. Ideal for walking, cycling, and wildlife spotting if you want a quieter break from the seafront.  Ages: All ages for walking. Dogs welcome on leads.

Parkway Cinema

For an easy indoor option by the seafront, Parkway Cinema is one of Cleethorpes’ most popular entertainment venues. This independent nine-screen cinema on Kings Road shows the latest blockbuster films alongside live theatre, opera, comedy and special event screenings, making it a great choice for families, couples and rainy-day visitors. Set close to the boating lake and miniature railway, it’s well placed for combining with a stroll along the promenade, and the modern facilities, comfortable seating and on-site refreshments make it a convenient stop during a day in town.

Best Day Trips from Cleethorpes

Cleethorpes is a great base for exploring Lincolnshire and the Humber region. Here are some of the best day trips within about an hour’s drive, listed by distance.

Grimsby Town - 2 miles, 10 min drive

Grimsby is close enough for an easy afternoon trip. Its main draw is the Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre, which brings the town’s trawler history to life. Freshney Place Shopping Centre is also worth a look.  Don't miss: Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre. Allow half a day.

The Lincolnshire Wolds - 15–30 miles west, 25–40 min drive

The Lincolnshire Wolds (Area of Outstandiung National Beauty) offer quiet countryside, walking routes and attractive market towns. Louth is known for its Georgian character, St James’s spire, and independent shops and is a 25 minute drive, while Horncastle is a good stop for antiques.  Best for: Walking, cycling, photography, antiques.

Market Rasen Racecourse - 25 miles west, 30 min drive

Market Rasen is a friendly National Hunt racecourse with fixtures throughout the year. It offers a relaxed racing day out without the scale of the bigger venues.

Lincoln - 45 miles south-west, 55 min drive

Lincoln is the standout full-day trip. Highlights include Lincoln Cathedral, Lincoln Castle with its Magna Carta copy and the steep, shop-lined route between the upper and lower town.  Don't miss: Cathedral, Castle, Steep Hill. Allow a full day.

Humber Bridge and East Yorkshire - 30-40 miles north, 40 min drive

The Humber Bridge is impressive to cross on foot or by bike and offers wide estuary views. On the north side, Beverley makes a worthwhile stop for its Minster and historic centre.

Skegness and Mablethorpe - 40 miles south, 55 min drive

Skegness offers arcades, funfairs, and nearby Fantasy Island, while Mablethorpe is the quieter option for beach walks.

Complimentary Netflix, Prime and DISNEY+

Both our properties offer:

High Speed Cable Broadband, Whole House WIFI and USB Sockets throughout the property

Nest Thermostat and 3 x Nest Protect Smoke and CO2 alarms

Tassimo Coffee Machine

American Style Fridge Freezer

Hob and Double Oven

Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer and  Dishwasher

Microwave, Iron and Ironing Board

Fans available in Bedrooms

Board Games and Garden Furniture

Child Stair Gates at both Top and Bottom of Stairs

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