Bee Hive Cottage

Customer rating

3.9★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

47 Customer Review(s)

Brian
September 2025

“We enjoyed a lovely week in this cosy cottage with a handy Furze Stores nearly opposite, a beautiful scenic walk to the nearby pub The Bush Inn and The Rectory Tea Rooms.”

The cottage was comfortable but very cold when we arrived. There is a problem behind the fridge-freezer that has been mentioned in other reviews, I hope the owners can get this sorted because it leaves a dirty water smell throughout downstairs but as soon as we plugged in the handy radiators and warmed the cottage through, and sprayed some scent, the smell was much better and didn’t ruin our stay at all. It wasn’t cold enough to put on the wood burner, Furze Stores has logs but I expect in ...

The cottage was comfortable but very cold when we arrived. There is a problem behind the fridge-freezer that has been mentioned in other reviews, I hope the owners can get this sorted because it leaves a dirty water smell throughout downstairs but as soon as we plugged in the handy radiators and warmed the cottage through, and sprayed some scent, the smell was much better and didn’t ruin our stay at all. It wasn’t cold enough to put on the wood burner, Furze Stores has logs but I expect in the colder months that a supply would be in the cottage ready to use. We read that there was no toaster so we brought our own with us, crumpets and cornish cheese is heavenly! We couldn’t work out how to use the tv, but we did a lot of reading instead, and the internet was excellent to listen to Youtube plays on our phones, and watch films on our tablet. There is a number to ring for queries etc and I know they would have helped us sort the tv but we didn’t miss it so we didn’t bother. We didn’t use the twin room but it looked very pretty and comfortable. The main bedroom bed was very noisy when you turned over in the night, after 2 nights of disturbed sleep I stuffed a cushion down the back of the headboard and that solved the problem immediately, after that we slept like logs! Even though there is a damp problem in the wall it didn’t ruin what is a beautiful very old thatched cottage with lots of quirky things in it, and its in a beautiful setting, everyone we met was so friendly and welcoming. I wouldn’t hesitate to return at any time of the year, it fulfilled all our requirements for a stress free break in a picturesque old cottage and we’ve returned home feeling very relaxed and content from our week in beautiful Cornwall. I would give it 5* if it wasn’t for the damp problem, I hope this can be remedied as we would love to return one day.

- Brian, September 2025
Agata September 2025

“Beautiful and comfortable cottage.”

Great experience of the 18th century dwelling. Beds were not that bad, they were soft but we still had a good night sleep. Cottage was mostly well maintained, several small things did not work but this did not impact our stay. We would recommend it. We were 2 adults with 2 medium size dogs.

- Agata, September 2025
Yves August 2025

“Subject: Feedback on our stay at Beehive Cottage Dear Sir or Madam, We really enjoyed our stay at Beehive Cottage – it is lovingly furnished, tastefully coordinated, and has a very special atmosphere.”

We will most likely return again soon. Unfortunately, there were some issues we would like to point out: The upper floor had clearly not been vacuumed for quite some time. We found a vacuum cleaner and did the cleaning ourselves. During this, we also found socks and tools left behind by previous guests. The shower drain was blocked, and it seemed that this had not been checked for weeks. The windows would have benefited from a proper cleaning. In the garden, chairs were left scattered around and not even placed at the table, which gave an impression of neglect by the staff. In the entrance hall we found old mail and advertisements, some of them several months old. On a positive note, the kitchen was well equipped – only a toaster was missing. All in all, Beehive Cottage is a wonderful place that truly invites you to stay. With staff being more attentive to the fact that guests are paying a considerable amount of money for their accommodation and holidays, and fulfilling their duties accordingly, everyone would benefit. Kind regards, Yves, Susanne and Grace

- Yves, August 2025
David July 2025

“Disappointing stay.”

Although the property is a charming cottage, in a great location for coastal walks, the cottage itself was in a state of neglect and had not been cleaned to an acceptable standard. I booked this cottage several months ago and in my view paid a premium price. I had noticed the recent poor reviews and attempted to contact the owners via Sykes to establish whether previous feedback had been acted upon and identified problems addressed. I received a call from the housekeeper who assured me all the problems had been resolved. This turned out not to be the case. Our introduction to the cottage was to arrive to find several black rubbish bags from previous guests in the front garden. The smell suggested they had been there for several weeks and upon further investigation we discovered that the cottage's designated refuse bin was full to the brim of guest's rubbish that was clearly several weeks old and although the bin had a private rubbish contractors sticker on it , there appeared to have been no request for a collection made in a long time. There was further rubbish at the back of the property where the key safe was which consisted of old paint pots and builders merchant bags as well as a garden waste bin full of rubble. Upon entering the property we discovered that the porch smelt of the rubbish outside and although main areas such as the kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms and living room seating area has been cleaned, the windows in the entire front of the cottage were filthy, and covered with cobwebs and dead flies. One window had at least 50 dead flies on it. At this point, I sent a text to the housekeeper with pictures of this, who replied that they would clean the windows while we were staying there. They did not and appeared to turn of their phone so no further communication with them was possible. The rubbish was removed three days into our stay. The wheelie bin was not emptied. The windows were not cleaned of the cobwebs and dead flies. Downstairs had an overwhelming sickly sweet smell for the first 3 days. We discovered this to be a fabric spray. Later in the week it became obvious why this spray had been used because as the fabric spray smell dissipated the furniture began to smell musty, as did all our clothes if worn when sitting on the furniture. One positive thing was the size of the TV. However this seemed rather strange when you consider that the property lacked basic amenities you would expect to find in any holiday cottage such as a toaster, oven gloves and handle for the oven grill. Baking trays were rusty and unusable and it would appear that in reaction to previous feedback about the kitchen wall the fridge had been moved to cover the discoloured part of the wall which meant that the oven door could not be fully opened. Upstairs the bedroom floorboards sagged which was a bit disconcerting and although the bed mattresses were comfortable the frame itself was noisy if you moved sleeping position. There was also a constant bleeping that kept us awake that seemed to be coming from the loft, had been referred to in previous feedback, not addressed and was likely to be a smoke alarm or something similar with a battery needing replacement. It was also disappointing that none of the electrical items had not been PAT tested at all or since 2017. Although not mandatory it is best practice for yearly PAT tests and coupled with the tired and sad exterior paintwork clearly coved in algae stains demonstrates a lack of attention to detail and general neglect. Although the garden had been tidied since previous feedback one of the garden chairs was broken and had been left at the back of the property leaving 3 chairs for a cottage that is advertised as sleeping 4. In conclusion although the cottage has charm, it needs a complete refresh in the identified areas from this and previous feedback. On current standards it is significantly over priced and will eventually cause Sykes reputational damage if improvements are not made. I would not choose to stay at this cottage again.

- David, July 2025
John June 2025

“The cottage is essentially charming, well located, grade 2 listed and has been thoughtfully modernised fairly recently.”

However we were disappointed with a general lack of care in management, maintenance and presentation, concerns reflected in other recent customer reviews. The tatty outside needs decorating and tidying. Wet soggy cardboard packaging for electric heaters still by the front door, Bins unemptied ( we bagged stuff up in black bin bags that we bought from the excellent local shop as they were not provided in the cottage, and tried our best to remedy this). Outside courtesy light not working. Recycling brown bin full of disgusting, decaying rubbish, clearly unemptied for some time. Back of cottage in vicinity of key lock very neglected and generally tatty, unloved and untidy, posing a potential hazard for kids and pets. Inside, we were greeted with a disgusting bag of decaying food waste in the food recycling container atop the washing machine. The central heating for the cottage was turned off, presumably for ‘the summer’, which meant no heat in the bathroom and no heated towel rail to dry towels..and we had a few wet days! We had to rely on the 3 no.newly provided electric oil filled radiators, one of which we had to unpack and assemble ourselves!The wall between the bathroom and kitchen showed clear evidence of damp, including around the electric socket for the fridge. There was a cheap kettle, not the smart version shown in photos, and no toaster provided at all! In the lounge, there was no kindling or logs or matches provided for the wood burner, which we would have used given the cool few days we had… so the electric heaters were regularly needed. There was no torch or first aid kit. All in all, we felt very disappointed. We would strongly advise, and we have stayed in a fair few cottages over the years, that this cottage is overdue a Sykes inspection to check it’s quality and ensure it’s brought back up to standard.

- John, June 2025
Katie May 2025

“A much looked forward to short break and paying far more than we usually would as it looked so lovely.”

Unfortunately the reality didn’t match expectation. On arrival after a 7hour drive there were large boxes piled by the front door which were packaging for plug in heaters raised red flags, then opening the door and the stench of damp everywhere. Felt damp, cold, mould on the walls and furniture, nothing left to light the fire - when you’re charging £200 per night at least provide kindling, logs, matches, or even better invest in the property - it isn’t just old cottage musty this was pure damp. It could be so lovely, but needs looking after - weeds growing in pots by the front door, whole of outside needs painting, diffusers everywhere (to hide the damp?) but all empty, cheap £1.79 cake left as a “welcome”, clocks without batteries, mould on shower grouting, such little things but all add up to charging the £400 we paid for 2 nights. We couldn’t afford to book in anywhere else, there for a big family event in the county so no option to go home. The information booklet said heating on in the winter months but when you’re sited in Morwenstow parish renowned for the Cornish mizzle I would suggest heating is left on constantly if the damp is not going to be professionally treated. Bunging a couple of standing heaters in there on the day didn’t help at all.

- Katie, May 2025
Linda May 2025

“We liked the cottage and were blessed with good weather but had several issues, one of which was huge NO HEAT!”

It was never resolved it was never attempted to be made right and no one cared! There was also a beeping upstairs that was never addressed or fixed. Not well stocked 1 roll of toilet paper, 1 match and also never fixed.

- Linda, May 2025
Tim September 2024

“What a lovely 300 yr old thatched cottage.”

Don't be put off by the age of the property, it has been brought up to modern standards without compromising the original features. A well maintain and clean cosy property with all the essential (and more) contents required.The log burner was something I had not found in previous thatched holiday rentals. Would thoroughly recommend this property.

- Tim, September 2024
Michelle August 2024

“Lovely cottage with so many original features, all the basics provided and lovely touch with tea, coffee, biscuits and wine, we had a lovely stay and such a good base to explore.”

- Michelle, August 2024
Catherine June 2024

“We had a lovely stay at Bee Hive Cottage with our friends a few weeks ago.”

It was comfortable, the kitchen well appointed and we enjoyed the front patio in the evening sun. The mattresses on all the beds tend to be a bit soft and lumpy so I wouldn't give top marks for those. The tall lamp in the lounge wasn't working, we tried changing the bulb to no avail. Also, more info on recycling would be appreciated. We couldn't find the green bags mentioned and didn't know whether we could leave our bottles as our changeover day didn't coincide with the collection date. Such details would be greatly appreciated in the visitors' folder for next time. Otherwise, thanks for keeping the cottage so nice for holidaymakers.

- Catherine, June 2024
Andy March 2024

“Lovely characterful cottage with everything needed for a relaxing stay.”

Minor point; Did not appear to be any obvious recycling instructions?

- Andy, March 2024
Anne March 2024

“Lovely cottage, very well equipped and would stay again.”

- Anne, March 2024
Dawn March 2024

“We stayed for a week in March.”

My husband is 6ft 6inches and could not really stand up in any room, especially with his shoes on. If you are taller than about 5ft 9 in you risk banging your head. The cottage is in need of some tlc - esp as next door is for sale and has been cleaned up and painted. The shop/cafe down the road was very handy and The Bush Inn pub was lovely as advertised. Main issues for us were the bed which was very lumpy and bumpy and didn’t make for a great nights sleep - a new bed or mattress is needed. Also the hot water - my husband likes a bath every morning - there was not enough hot water to fill the bath right up and I would then have to push the button again to try and heat it up for a bath or shower myself - these usually resulted in one of us using it in the morning and one of us in the afternoon or evening and on the day we left we couldn’t get the boiler to come back on so after packing and getting hot and bothered I had to have a very Luke warm strip wash as the shower was freezing! On the plus side there was ample things such as wine, chocolate biscuits and things like dishwasher tablets and laundry pods - also tea and coffee which was appreciated. Another thing we are not a fan of is a 5pm check in - you pretty much lose a days holiday as you have to check out before 10am - that gives them 7 hours to clean a small cottage ? Travelling with children or dogs you want to get there and get in - a 2pm or 3pm at latest would I am sure be appreciated by most people and perhaps an 11am check out? (even though we were out by 9am). Also in the winter and dark I imagine locating the key safe could be an absolute mission - it took us a while to find! The logs left made the first evening a nice a cosy one. The beaches around this area that we saw didn’t seem to be sandy - more pebbly. We drove to Saunton Sands a couple of times as they have a fantastic beach there.

- Dawn, March 2024
Denise September 2023

“Quirky cottage, I bought everything but the kitchen sink and there was no need.”

Lovely welcome pack, wine and kitchen and laundry essentials provided. Such a peaceful place I have never stayed anywhere so quiet. Location for beaches is perfect. Fluffy white towels and comfortable furnishings and fire made for a relaxing stay. Only feedback for owners is first impressions of cottage it is need of some tlc and I fixed the rattly bedroom window.

- Denise, September 2023
Lynda July 2023

“Amazing Cottage, loved the sea theme throw out and the French style was extremely elegant in the main bedroom.”

Court yard a sun trap birds tipping and out. Just a perfect chill out for the 2 of us plus 2 four legged friends. Ty

- Lynda, July 2023
Ian February 2023

“The shower did not work so we're unable to have a shower had to use bath and ...”

The shower did not work so we're unable to have a shower had to use bath and shower attachment which was not convenient, contacted owner , plumber attended but unable to repair, disappointing, the outside light at rear not working , the fridge and freezer need full defrost to get rid of built up ice in both , however all other facilities were very good and plenty of cups glasses plates etc only had to use dishwasher once , nice bottle of wine as a welcome gift

- Ian, February 2023
Tina October 2022

“A lovely cottage- in a beautiful part of England.”

There was Ample cutlery, plates, glasses etc - and supplies in the house - you’ve really thought of everything. It was a cosy home for a week- and absolutely we would stay again. Thank you.

- Tina, October 2022
Marilyn June 2022

“The cottage was OK not 4 star, the stairs were very steep I would recommend that you make the point how steep”

- Marilyn, June 2022
Clare March 2022

“We loved the cottage but the sad thing was we were only able to enjoy it for two days as we developed Covid 19 and had to return home.”

There was just one slight problem as both my husband and I are 81 and 73 respectively and found the steep stairs very difficult. This didn't detract from the beautiful interior and special little touches.

- Clare, March 2022
Jodie January 2022

“A wonderful cottage in a very handy location for North Cornwall and North Devon.”

The cottage is well equipped, warm and cosy. The enclosed garden was a real bonus for our dogs too. The cottage is bigger than it looks - and the stairs weren’t as steep as I feared from other comments! A small hiccup on the first night was promptly sorted by the owner, who went above and beyond to make up for it - much appreciated! We realised after a few days that the heated towel rail in the bathroom wasn’t working - not a problem as the cottage is warm and towels dried on hooks well enough but thought I would mention so the owner knows! All in all a great cottage - and we were very lucky with the weather which was a real bonus for January!

- Jodie, January 2022
Deborah January 2022

“Beautiful cottage felt at home straight away.”

We could not open front door- must be a knack however back door suited us and dogs better!

- Deborah, January 2022
Michael September 2021

“Nothing too dramatic but a couple of issues that the owners should be aware of: The garden was looking overgrown, lawn uncut and patio hadn't been weeded for a long time.”

There was no shower squeegee - which was no hardship but was referred to in the visitors instructions. The bin collections are on a Monday - so we had very little by the time of the collection but had to leave our rubbish when we left. I assume this is a regular problem - if there is a nearby alternative facility perhaps it should appear in the visitors instructions. The lounge armchair, if moved, scratches the floor. Unavoidable when trying to watch the TV - suggest replacing the casters with rubber ones.

- Michael, September 2021
shelly August 2021

“This is a well equipped, pretty cottage in a lovely quiet location.”

The property description should, however be clearer on the very low ceilings. My husband in 6’2’’ and developed a bad neck from avoiding hitting his head. The stairs are also very steep.

- shelly, August 2021
Dave July 2021

“This is a beautiful cottage with lovely location, good parking and equipped with everything you can need.”

On arrival following a problem with the cleaning due to a previous occupancy, the owner apologised, promptly sent a second cleaner with complimentary wine and later gave some compensation for our inconvenience. I really couldn’t wish for a better response from an owner. As a result we had a fabulous holiday with beautiful nearby beaches, pubs and walks. I will recommend to all my friends to stay here ( something I have never done before despite holidaying in many cottages).

- Dave, July 2021
Mandy Simon July 2021

“Cosy cottage staircase not suitable for children or elderly low ceilings!”

- Mandy Simon, July 2021
Carol September 2020

“Beautiful cottage very comfortable inside and well stocked with everything we needed and was spotlessly clean inside .”

However the small lawned area was badly overgrown and the cottage is on a busy road .

- Carol, September 2020
David August 2020

“The bed was too soft, mattress needs to be changed Only 1 side of the toaster ...”

The bed was too soft, mattress needs to be changed Only 1 side of the toaster was working Bedroom window upper sash is loose and rattles loudly in the wind The cottage was a little expensive for the location

- David, August 2020
Mark August 2020

“This is a lovely property in a quiet location.”

We were really able to relax during our stay. The kitchen and bathroom seem to have been refurbished recently whilst the other areas of the house have retained a lot of the cottage charm.

- Mark, August 2020
Lou July 2020

“Great location away from the town.”

Good walking location, shop just down the road for a good flat white. Lovely and comfortable, everything you need!

- Lou, July 2020
Gail July 2020

“Beautiful cosy cottage, spotlessly clean and well equipped.”

Lovely walks a short drive away from Duckpool through the Coombe Valley and great base to explore North Cornwall and Devon. Short walk to a well stocked local shop. Has everything you need for a comfortable and peaceful holiday.

- Gail, July 2020
Sarah July 2019

“Set in a quiet village but within easy reach of some fabulous beaches, walks and destinations.”

Beautifully presented, this cottage leaves you not wanting to go home. I will definitely be rebooking for next year. Everything you could wish for in a holiday cottage. A wonderful experience enjoyed by the whole family & our dog.

- Sarah, July 2019
Deborah June 2019

“Arrived at cottage, in a lovely quiet village location.”

First impressions good however immediately noticed grass had not been cut for some time and was approx 6 inches long. Weeds were everywhere and the patio table outside was filthy. Entered property and now the good points.The kitchen was clean and well stocked with quality cooking equipment. as was the lounge, bathroom and bedrooms with nice clean linen and towels.Bed comfortable. First trip to the toilet we found the toilet seat was broken after texting the owner ( a lovely lady but who lived miles from the property ) she arranged for someone to come round and replace it. There was no welcome pack, and no logs in the basket . Further the oven was filthy again rectified ,but as the lady who cleaned it said,it needed a deep clean.The fridge freezer needed defrosting and took 2 days to get to a reasonable temperature. Two of the window pains were also cracked. The door to the cupboard containing unusable vacume cleaner was also broken. I feel horrible to give such a negative review as the weather was great and we still enjoyed ourselves at the cottage despite its shortcomings.However I would be horrified to pay over One Thousand pounds at the the height of the season for a 2 bedroom property.

- Deborah, June 2019
Hazel June 2019

“Overall a lovely, quirky thatched cottage and all that entails, fabulously situated for dog friendly beach and coastal walks and quintessential Cornish villages, towns and beaches.”

BUT - nowhere in the description of the cottage does it say the bathroom is downstairs. Had we known this, we orobabkynwouldnt have booked it. Negotiating steep stairs in the middle.of the night was an achievement! - despite several reviews and comments in the visitors book regarding basic instructions for white goods, the heating etc (sadly needed in June), they are still lacking, but managed to sus them all out - despite several comments about the garden needing attention, it remains unkempt and quite uninviting - rubbish, well recycling from previous holiday makers was left in a bin bag at the back door. Despite contacting the contact number, I received no reply. However, googled collection day and sorted it myself, but don't expect to have to do this on holiday! However, great TV (unusual in holiday rentals) and the furnishings and facilities were great. Very comfortable beds and so important, dog friendly!

- Hazel, June 2019
Susan April 2019

“The lovely cottage very nice but the road was very busy would have liked, garden to have been maintained a little bit better but a very nice place.”

- Susan, April 2019
Annika March 2019

“Bee Hive cottage made an absolutely wonderful base for our recently holiday in Cornwall.”

Cosy, well equipped and walking distance to a great pub and amazing tea room. Once the local store opens it’ll be hard to beat. Thank you.

- Annika, March 2019
Phillip February 2019

“Beautiful cottage which made for a lovely holiday.”

We arrived to find the owners had left us tea, coffee, bread and similar items to start us off! My only suggestion would be some instructions above the hob. Slightly too advanced for my technical abilities!

- Phillip, February 2019
John December 2018

“The cottage was just perfect, so relaxing and beautifully decorated.”

- John, December 2018
Barbara November 2018

“I bought this holiday as a pressie for my grand daughter and partner we didn’t know anyone who had booked with Sykes but they havnt stopped raving about it but we would highly recommend you and the cottage.”

Thank you for helping me to give them a wonderful relaxing few days

- Barbara, November 2018
Johan October 2018

“It was our first time in Cornwall and I would recommend this beautiful cottage to everyone.”

It was really cozy and we were always delighted to come home after a long walk at the beach. It is suitable for families and dogs. We would surely, without any hesitation, book this wee cottage again to live new adventures in Cornwall :) Family Lanoizelé - November 2018.

- Johan, October 2018
Valerie October 2018

“The garden needed some tlc the grass was to long”

- Valerie, October 2018
Mark October 2018

“Beautiful period cottage in a location that is very accessible for dramatic coastline and lovely quiet sandy beaches.”

We have already rebooked for 2019.

- Mark, October 2018
Stephen June 2018

“A lovely cottage, clean and tidy, a lovely welcoming package of a cream tea, bread, milk and butter which is a nice touch.”

The enclosed garden was ideal for the dogs, but needed a little TLC. The bathroom was downstairs which it didn't mention in the description and the stairs from the bedrooms very steep, but the cottage was a quaint old property, we had not problems with anything not working and we really enjoyed our week away here.

- Stephen, June 2018
Chris June 2018

“Beehive cottage is beautiful and very homely.”

The only thing missing is an information pack of the facilities, otherwise perfect.

- Chris, June 2018
Lorraine May 2018

“The cottage was very clean and tidy.”

It’s a shame the toilet seat was broken and the garden very overgrown. There were no instructions for anything and no kind of welcome pack which is a shame.

- Lorraine, May 2018
Gill February 2018

“Beehive cottage is absolutely beautiful, it is clean spacious and full of character, beautifully decorated with original features but with all the modern fixtures.”

The cottage is set in a lovely location, just 10 minutes drive to sandymouth bay where our daughter was staying. It was well equipped with everything we needed including a nice little cream tea welcome pack. The cottage is surrounded by fields at the back, very peaceful with fabulous views. The size of the cottage is very spacious with ample space. We felt at home the moment we arrived, It was always cosy and warm with a great log fire, that we cosied up to in the evening after a day out walking. Abbey was at the end of the phone if we needed her and was extremely helpful. I would highly recommend Beehive cottage to anyone wanting to stay in North Cornwall, we go to cornwall four times a year and this is defineltly ranked as one of my favourites. Thanks for having us Abbey.

- Gill, February 2018
Diana February 2018

“Fab cottage, had everything we needed for our stay.”

Was very inviting and the wood burner was well used due to the cold and wet Cornish weather. Great location with good walking for our pooch a mere 5 minute drive away near Duckpool. There are good walks around immediate location, alas our pooch not so good on the lead! Welcome pack was an added bonus and a lovely touch. Only small issue - would have been better if there were instructions for the heating and the oven - fortunately hubby is an engineer and was able to sort!

- Diana, February 2018
Holly November 2017

“Review for Sykes -On a previous booking there was a mess up with the payment.”

Sykes took the money from my account however it did not show up as if we had paid on their side. Took a good few hours to sort out and the next day. It was not stress free. However the cottages and owners make up for it. The customer service is very good once you get through to the right people at Sykes. Beehive cottage is beautiful and we highly recommend. We will be returning. Owners make it very easy. Views are outstanding, fire very cosy and dog friendly( enclosed garden) ! Outstanding walks and pubs all over the area. Hartland is a must see. The decor of the cottage is beautiful and beds very comfy. The owners even left us cream tea and milk! Thank you Ian

- Holly, November 2017

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with free standing bath, shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Utility
Sitting room with woodburner and dining area.
Electric heating with woodburner
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 1 car opposite
Lawned garden with patio and furniture
Two well-behaved pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 4 miles, pub 1 mile
Note: No BBQ's at this property please due to proximity to thatching

The property

Built in 1752, Bee Hive Cottage is a homely, thatched cottage situated in the lovely village of Morwenstow, north of both Cornwall and Devon.

Feeling at home the moment you enter, the cottage, full of character, hosts beamed ceilings and a cosy fireplace for a rustic vibe.

The sitting area makes for the perfect spot to unwind with comfy sofas and a traditional log burner will help you relax.

Adjoined to this homely layout, the kitchen offers everything you need in terms of cooking.

Hosting two bedrooms, this cottage can sleep up to four people.

The master consists of a lovely double bed that makes it easy for a peaceful night’s sleep.

The twin can also be found on the same level.

Discover the attractive family bathroom which offers a separate bath and shower on the downstairs floor.

Taking a step outside, the enclosed garden is ideal for letting the dog out and seating area makes a great spot for breakfast outside.

Surrounded by fields at the back, expect peace and quiet during your stay.

From the cottage, take a short walk to the well-respected local pub, the Bush Inn, that serves delicious food and local ales, boasting a garden with stretched sea views for warm days and a fire for those colder months.

Situated right on the National coastal path, take this opportunity to enjoy lovely walks along the clifftops and through woodlands before nesting back into the warmth of this cottage.

If adventure takes you further afield, the beach of Duckpool is only a five-minute drive and offers less crowded pleasant seaside conditions.

This characterful cottage in a spectacular location would make for a great holiday, all-year-round.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

MORWENSTOW

Kilkhampton 6 miles; Bude 10 miles.

Morwenstow is a rural hamlet set within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, approximately ten miles north of the coastal resort of Bude, complete with a well-respected pub (the 13th C Bush Inn) and the fabulous Rectory Tea Rooms next to Morwenstow Church. This breathtaking stretch of rugged coastline features delightful National Trust walks along the clifftops and through the woodlands within Coombe Valley, as well as numerous coves including Duckpool, Stanbury and Marsland Mouth. There is plenty of history to discover around the parish church regarding the renowned Reverend Hawker, a notable figure from Cornwall's past. Six miles away, the self-contained village of Kilkhampton offers day-to-day shopping facilities, a café and a pub and supermarkets are only a little further afield at the bustling sea-side town of Bude.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We enjoyed a lovely week in this cosy cottage with a handy Furze Stores nearly opposite, a beautiful scenic walk to the nearby pub The Bush Inn and The Rectory Tea Rooms.”

“Beautiful and comfortable cottage.”

“Subject: Feedback on our stay at Beehive Cottage Dear Sir or Madam, We really enjoyed our stay at Beehive Cottage – it is lovingly furnished, tastefully coordinated, and has a very special atmosphere.”

“Disappointing stay.”

“The cottage is essentially charming, well located, grade 2 listed and has been thoughtfully modernised fairly recently.”

“A much looked forward to short break and paying far more than we usually would as it looked so lovely.”

“We liked the cottage and were blessed with good weather but had several issues, one of which was huge NO HEAT!”

“What a lovely 300 yr old thatched cottage.”

“Lovely cottage with so many original features, all the basics provided and lovely touch with tea, coffee, biscuits and wine, we had a lovely stay and such a good base to explore.”

“We had a lovely stay at Bee Hive Cottage with our friends a few weeks ago.”

“Lovely characterful cottage with everything needed for a relaxing stay.”

“Lovely cottage, very well equipped and would stay again.”

“We stayed for a week in March.”

“Quirky cottage, I bought everything but the kitchen sink and there was no need.”

“Amazing Cottage, loved the sea theme throw out and the French style was extremely elegant in the main bedroom.”

“The shower did not work so we're unable to have a shower had to use bath and ...”

“A lovely cottage- in a beautiful part of England.”

“The cottage was OK not 4 star, the stairs were very steep I would recommend that you make the point how steep”

“We loved the cottage but the sad thing was we were only able to enjoy it for two days as we developed Covid 19 and had to return home.”

“A wonderful cottage in a very handy location for North Cornwall and North Devon.”

“Beautiful cottage felt at home straight away.”

“Nothing too dramatic but a couple of issues that the owners should be aware of: The garden was looking overgrown, lawn uncut and patio hadn't been weeded for a long time.”

“This is a well equipped, pretty cottage in a lovely quiet location.”

“This is a beautiful cottage with lovely location, good parking and equipped with everything you can need.”

“Cosy cottage staircase not suitable for children or elderly low ceilings!”

“Beautiful cottage very comfortable inside and well stocked with everything we needed and was spotlessly clean inside .”

“The bed was too soft, mattress needs to be changed Only 1 side of the toaster ...”

“This is a lovely property in a quiet location.”

“Great location away from the town.”

“Beautiful cosy cottage, spotlessly clean and well equipped.”

“Set in a quiet village but within easy reach of some fabulous beaches, walks and destinations.”

“Arrived at cottage, in a lovely quiet village location.”

“Overall a lovely, quirky thatched cottage and all that entails, fabulously situated for dog friendly beach and coastal walks and quintessential Cornish villages, towns and beaches.”

“The lovely cottage very nice but the road was very busy would have liked, garden to have been maintained a little bit better but a very nice place.”

“Bee Hive cottage made an absolutely wonderful base for our recently holiday in Cornwall.”

“Beautiful cottage which made for a lovely holiday.”

“The cottage was just perfect, so relaxing and beautifully decorated.”

“I bought this holiday as a pressie for my grand daughter and partner we didn’t know anyone who had booked with Sykes but they havnt stopped raving about it but we would highly recommend you and the cottage.”

“It was our first time in Cornwall and I would recommend this beautiful cottage to everyone.”

“The garden needed some tlc the grass was to long”

“Beautiful period cottage in a location that is very accessible for dramatic coastline and lovely quiet sandy beaches.”

“A lovely cottage, clean and tidy, a lovely welcoming package of a cream tea, bread, milk and butter which is a nice touch.”

“Beehive cottage is beautiful and very homely.”

“The cottage was very clean and tidy.”

“Beehive cottage is absolutely beautiful, it is clean spacious and full of character, beautifully decorated with original features but with all the modern fixtures.”

“Fab cottage, had everything we needed for our stay.”

“Review for Sykes -On a previous booking there was a mess up with the payment.”

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MORWENSTOW