The Lifeboat Inn in Hunstanton, England

The Lifeboat Inn offers 15 en suite bedrooms with free toiletries, a hairdryer, a TV, and a radio. The en suite bedrooms are available in categories such as Standard Double with Sea View, Traditional Double, and the spacious 'Best Room' with a roll-top bath. The inn's original character is preserved in all rooms, while each includes modern comforts like a fan for warmer nights.

The restaurant serves a diverse menu featuring local seafood specials and seasonal dishes, with vegetarian options and special diet menus available. Dining spaces include the atmospheric bar with log fires, a conservatory with a real ivy-covered roof, and an outdoor terrace. Breakfast is served each morning with a choice from the full English to lighter options, using locally sourced ingredients.

The Lifeboat Inn sits a 2-minute walk from marshes and sand dunes along the Norfolk Coast Path, offering direct access to coastal walks. Within easy reach are Holkham Hall, Sandringham House, and Nelson's birthplace at Burnham Thorpe. The surrounding area includes salt marshes and unspoilt beaches, popular for birdwatching and wildlife.

Dogs are welcomed in all areas of the inn, with dedicated dog beds, bowls, treats, a towel, and dog shampoo provided in the room. The restaurant and bar both allow well-behaved dogs, and pet bowls and a dedicated dog website called Chestmutts are part of the service. The inn also offers parking for campervans at £20 per night, discounted off the food and drink bill.

The property provides a 24-hour front desk, free parking, free WiFi, and room service for guests. Meeting and banquet facilities are available for events, and board games and puzzles are on hand for family entertainment. The bar serves a wide selection of ales and spirits, with a log fire in the hall and outdoor seating in the garden and terrace.

History: 16th-century building with over 500 years of maritime heritage

Location: 2-minute walk to marshes, sand dunes, and Norfolk Coast Path

Dining: Seasonal local seafood, special diet menus, outdoor terrace and conservatory

Pet-Friendly: Dogs welcome in all areas with beds, bowls, treats, and shampoo

Parking: Free car park plus campervan overnight spots discounted from food bill