The affordable UK holiday park mums say is like Center Parcs without the price tag
But there's an island holiday park on the south coast that offers plenty of the same wholesome fun for lower prices, according to mums on TikTok.
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Mill Rythe Holiday Park has a lake and is minutes from the coast
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There are 85 of caravans and lodges - some with hot tubs
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The holiday park in question is Mill Rythe, which you'll find on Hayling Island in Hampshire.
Under the name minimandmusings, one woman told her followers how her family enjoyed a break with a hot tub, marina views, two pools, soft play and a splash pad - all for under £500.
One visitor wrote on Tripadvisor: "Our first visit to Mill Rythe as a family with young children and we couldn't recommend it enough. Free swimming (need to book), softplay, playground and outdoor splash area. Evening entertainment for children young and old!"
Another added: "This is no ordinary holiday park.. it has class! The facilities are fantastic, the kids loved the splash zone, park and pool. The splash zone was perfect for cooling off in."
For children throughout the day there are activities like mini archery, as well as crafts like pottery painting and a slime workshop - which are available at an extra cost from £8.
Families can hire bikes and cycle around the site on the paths from £15 or take a dip in either the indoor or outdoor pool.
Included in the price is access to the outdoor splash park, the outdoor playground that has a huge climbing frame with a slide, and the indoor soft play.
As for entertainment, Mill Rythe has stage entertainment, guest acts and a DJ stage, Outdoor Cinema, live performances. There's also games throughout the day like bingo, Bullseye and quizzes.
On-site are two restaurants, The Missing Squirrel which has food for children and toddlers, as well as an adult selection and cocktails.
The Green Room restaurant has traditional pub classics like sausage and mash and burgers. Afterwards you can indulge with a choice of sundaes and desserts.
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Kids will love the huge outdoor playground
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And there's a splash park that's open during the summer
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There's also a fish and chip shop called Catch 22.
Mill Rythe has 85 caravans and lodges for holidaymakers and all of them are dog-friendly.
For the most affordable option, go with the Luxury Caravan option which has all the essentials as well as an outdoor decking and some come with hot tubs.
Currently there are offers to book a four night stay in the Luxury Caravan in May for £273.
The caravan has two bedrooms and sleeps up to six - so it works out as £11.38 pppn.
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There are two on-site restaurants and a fish and chip shop
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The TriBeCa caravan which is available at Mill Rythe is described as having New York style decor and is a more luxurious choice.
The main bedroom has a stand-alone, roll-top bathtub, and an en-suite - the second bedroom is a twin room.
There's a hidden TV behind the mirror so you can lie back in the bath and watch a show.
And there's a a second 32 inch TV, viewable from the king-size bed in the main bedroom.
Outside on the patio area you can opt for a cabin with a private hot tub - prices start at £542 for 7 nights.
There are extra packages available, from Classic Games Night which includes four games and popcorn for £32.
There's also a birthday package for £10 and you can have the accommodation dressed up with banners and balloons.
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