The Sherwood

11 Rutland Road, Skegness, PE25 2AZ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>119</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
119 reviews

Very good location and owners very friendly. would recommend to anyone

Steve United Kingdom
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The Sherwood

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Overlooking Tower Gardens within the heart of Skegness, The Sherwood is a family-run bed and breakfast set in a Victorian property. Only a 10-minute walk from Skegness Bus and Train Station., the acommodation is situated a short walk from the Clock Tower and Embassy Theatre. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with Freeview, tea/coffee making facilities and en-suite shower rooms. Breakfast is served in the light-filled breakfast room and includes a full English breakfast. Guests can choose from a varied selection of ingredients, freshly cooked to order.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Skegness, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

FREE parking!

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Skegness
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very good location and owners very friendly. would recommend to anyone”
  • Glen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We have stayed here before, loved it last time, loved it again this time. staff are very friendly and welcoming, room was fab, shower huge, location spot on (not far from clock). Breakfast is amazing (don't lay in and miss it). Whenever we go...”
  • Lorriane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely modern room .Extremely comfortable gjant bed and delicious breakfast”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Rob & Linda Bontoft

9.7
9.7
Host review score
Host review score
Rob & Linda Bontoft
Welcome to the Sherwood, a family-owned and run Bed & Breakfast in a convenient location in central Skegness, within a stones throw of The Clock Tower and the Golden Sands of Skeggy’s Award Winning Blue Flag Beach and only a 10 minute stroll from the train and bus station. You are welcome to drop your luggage off and Book-In after 10am and no later than 7pm, unless pre-aranged. Your accommodation is available for you to use after 2.30pm on the day of arrival, unless otherwise arranged. Please let us know if you plan to arrive after 7pm, we do not have a 24 hour reception.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Sherwood
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Sherwood takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:30 to 19:00

Check-out

From 07:30 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Solo Cash Bankcard The Sherwood accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Dietary requirements can be catered for with advance notice.

There is limited free parking (reservations cannot be made).

Check-in time is after 14:30. Late check-ins may be available with prior arrangements.

The management will not be held responsible for valuables left on the premises. Parking is at owners' risk

As The Sherwood is strictly non-smoking, any guest found smoking within The Sherwood will be charged GBP 50 and asked to leave.

The property cannot accept group bookings, such as hen and stag party reservations.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about The Sherwood

  • Room options at The Sherwood include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Twin/Double

  • The nearest beach is just 350 yards from The Sherwood. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Sherwood offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Bowling
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • The prices at The Sherwood may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at The Sherwood is from 14:30, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • The Sherwood is 200 yards from the centre of Skegness. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.