Travel Tips: Top Tips on Renting a Beach Hut
There are currently more than 4,800 monthly online searches being made for the term ‘beach huts’, and events of the past year have made the nostalgic, brightly coloured wooden huts a ‘must-visit’ attraction for those seeking out sunny staycation holidays. As the summer holidays draw to a close, there is still time to get a beach hut break in.
Top 10 most searched for beaches with beach huts in the UK:
- Barry Island, South Wales
- West Wittering, Chichester
- Sandbanks beach, Dorset
- Camber Sands beach, East Sussex
- Hastings beach, East Sussex
- Woolacombe sands, North Devon
- Bournemouth Pier, Bournemouth
- Boscombe beach, Bournemouth
- Avon beach, Dorset
- Southwold beach, East Suffolk
Tips for renting a beach hut
- Plan ahead:
Beach huts are seriously in demand at present, especially in certain areas of the UK. There are more than 1,300 monthly searches for beach huts in St Annes, Lancashire, and more than 900 for beach huts in the always-popular tourist destination of Bournemouth
- Only pack the necessities:
The majority of day beach huts don’t offer much in terms of space, so it’s worth being mindful of exactly how much you plan to pack with you during a visit.
Companies hiring out their huts to tourists will be able to provide you with a clear list of contents the vessel will come equipped with prior to your arrival. This should leave you with just the essentials to bring, such as towels, suncream, food, drinks and beach toys for the sea!
- Consider your beach huts position
Whilst the idea of renting a beach hut right on the beach with a clear view of the ocean may well seem the most appealing idea at first, bear in mind that these are often the most expensive and the most in demand.
There are many benefits to picking a hut that is set back on further rows. You and your loved ones will have much more privacy from passers by trying to get a glimpse into what a beach hut looks like, and your possessions will also be much safer during the periods you are swimming in the sea or enjoying a walk on the promenade.
- Check for any dog policies
For dog owners, one of the perks of a staycation is being able to bring along a four-legged member of the family. While the majority of beach hut owners and rental companies fully appreciate this and allow dogs within their huts, it’s worth checking up on any specific policies relating to canine companions beforehand in order to avoid disappointment.
- Do your research
It might be true that beach huts have been a staple feature along the UK coastlines since the Victorian era, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you want to hire one that hasn’t been renovated since then!
Don’t let your eagerness to secure a cheap beach hut override the fact you deserve to relax in style and comfort. Make sure you check social media pages and review sites for up to date information on beach huts before you make a booking, and avoid forking out cash on what is essentially a rotting wooden shed!
