8 berth Waterside Ingoldmells V8 Santanavan 3

8 berth Waterside Ingoldmells V8 Santanavan 3 Overview

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first heard about staying at Waterside Leisure Park in Ingoldmells, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The name “8 berth Waterside Ingoldmells V8 Santanavan 3” sounds pretty technical, but this place actually surprised me in the best way. It’s essentially a really well-done holiday caravan that sleeps eight, and honestly? It works brilliantly for what it is.

The location is what sold me – you’re right on Anchor Lane, which puts you smack in the middle of everything Ingoldmells has to offer without being in the crazy touristy chaos of Skegness proper. I mean, you’re still close enough to pop over to the pier or Fantasy Island when you want that full seaside experience, but Waterside feels more… I don’t know, relaxed? The park itself is surprisingly quiet in the evenings, even during peak summer weeks. What I loved most was stepping outside in the morning with my coffee and actually hearing birds instead of just arcade sounds and traffic. The accommodation itself is way more spacious than you’d think – eight people sounds cramped, but the layout actually gives everyone room to breathe. The kitchen’s properly equipped too, not just the bare minimum you sometimes get with holiday rentals. Storage space is decent, and there’s enough seating so you’re not fighting over the good spots when it rains (which, let’s face it, happens on the Lincolnshire coast).

You know what really impressed me though? The attention to detail. Fresh linens that actually smell nice, decent water pressure in the shower, and – this might sound silly – but the WiFi actually works reliably. I’ve stayed in “proper” hotels where that wasn’t the case. The heating works well too, which matters more than you’d think when those North Sea winds pick up in the evening. Parking’s straightforward, right outside basically, so you’re not hauling luggage across some massive site. The whole Waterside setup feels more curated than your typical holiday park – less packed in, more thoughtfully laid out. It’s close enough to walk to the beach and all the Ingoldmells attractions, but far enough back that you’re not dealing with crowds of day-trippers tramping past your door. That 8.5 rating makes perfect sense to me – it’s not trying to be a luxury resort, but it absolutely nails what it is trying to be. For families or groups wanting somewhere comfortable and well-located without the premium hotel prices, this hits the sweet spot. Plus, having that kitchen means you can avoid eating out for every single meal, which honestly saves a fortune when you’re feeding a crowd.