Guests say
Bee Hive Cottage in Bude, Cornwall, is a well-received holiday rental with guests praising its cosy atmosphere, well-equipped kitchen, and thoughtful touches such as a welcome gift. The property's location is appreciated for its proximity to beaches and local amenities. While some guests encountered maintenance issues, the owner's responsiveness and the cottage's charm generally left a positive impression.
The cottage is frequently described as clean and tidy, with spotless interiors and quality linen. However, a few guests noted overgrown gardens and a need for a deeper clean in some areas, slightly affecting the score.
The location is highly praised for its quiet village setting, easy access to beaches, and local walks. The convenience to both North Cornwall and Devon is a highlight, contributing to a high score.
Many guests found the cottage cosy and beds comfortable, but some noted issues with soft mattresses and steep stairs. The mixed feedback on physical comfort leads to a good, but not excellent, score.
The cottage is well-equipped with ample kitchenware and modern amenities. However, several reviews mention maintenance issues such as a broken shower and heating problems, which impacts the score.
Guests often mention thoughtful gestures like welcome gifts, but as these are not guaranteed and not all reviews reference them, it is not possible to accurately score this category.
About this property
Perfectly located for touring the north of both Cornwall and Devon, this charming 'picture postcard' thatched cottage, built in 1752, is set in the pretty village of Morwenstow. Being just a mile from the spectacular coastal path and ten miles north of Bude, you are well located for a much-needed holiday. Parking opposite the cottage, you can sense a homely feel the moment you enter. It is full of character, with its beamed ceilings, large fireplace and memories of time gone by. There are two bedrooms, a double and a twin both reached by a set of steep stairs from the living room which features a log burner adding to the character and most welcoming after a winter walk along the cliffs. The delightful bathroom offers a free standing bath to indulge yourself with a long soak and reflect on the day. Outside, a pretty enclosed garden with a patio is the place to start with breakfast or an early morning cuppa. Just a mile away and a pleasant walk along country lanes will take you to the historic Bush Inn, a 13th century pub full of history and intrigue. Open all day every day, serving good food and real ales - this would be many peoples ideal pub, boasting a garden with sea views for warm sunny days and a roaring fire for the cooler winter months. Situated right on the coastal path it is also a great place to reward yourself after an exhilarating walk. With all the facilities that the award-winning coastal resort of Bude has to offer within easy reach, the location of this charming cottage offers a great holiday whatever time of year.
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. This stretch of coastline features National Trust walks along the clifftops and through the woodlands within Coombe Valley, as well as numerous coves including Duckpool, Stanbury and Marsland Mouth.
Accommodation
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 included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included 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
Nearby points of interest
- Summerleaze Beach
- The Castle Bude
- Clovelly Village
Reviews (33)
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Tim
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.
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Catherine
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.
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Dawn
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 didnât 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 couldnât 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 didnât seem to be sandy - more pebbly. We drove to Saunton Sands a couple of times as they have a fantastic beach there.