Nestled in the beautifully kept grounds of The Bee Hive, you'll feel instantly relaxed with comfortable furnishings and statement lighting. Unwind on the balcony overlooking the garden or explore nearby Lyme Regis beach. With a games room, large lawned garden, private parking for 2 cars and dog-friendly extras like an enclosed area to play freely.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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About this property
1 bedroom accommodation in Forton, near Chard
The Bee Hive has a balcony that overlooks the stunning, well kept garden and it is also near to Lyme Regis beach.. Ground Floor:
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Games Room: Table Tennis, Dartboard, Washing Machine
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Living room: 32" Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, Electric Woodburner, Sofa Bed (Double), Patio Doors Leading To Balcony
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Doggy extras. Large lawned garden with garden furniture. 1½-acre grounds (shared with owner). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. As you enter through the electric gates and into the beautifully kept grounds, The Bee Hive is nestled in the corner and awaiting your arrival. When you walk through the door, you will feel instantly relaxed with the comfortable furnishings and the statement lighting. The balcony is an amazing feature of the property, and it’s the perfect spot for your morning coffee or evening tipple, as it overlooks the garden. Your dogs are thought of here too, with an enclosed area to the rear, plus dog beds and treats, so your pooches will feel as pampered as their owners.
The town of Chard is just 2 miles away if you need to stock up on your essentials. The beautiful gardens at Cricket St Thomas are just a 2½ miles away, while the beaches of West Bay (famous for the TV show Broadchurch) and Lyme Regis are reached within 30 minutes by car. Visit the beautiful stately home Forde Abbey, which is just 2 miles away! The larger towns of Taunton and Yeovil are within a 25-minute drive. Beach 11¾ miles. Shop 1½ miles, pub 1¼ miles and restaurant 3 miles.
Free WiFi
There is an enclosed area to the rear of the property that is specifically for unsupervised pets.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Chard is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dorset and East Devon Coast and Lyme Regis Beach. Chard Leisure Centre and East Lambrook Manor Gardens are also worth visiting. Visit our Chard travel guide
Is 1 bedroom accommodation in Forton, near Chard pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 1 bedroom accommodation in Forton, near Chard?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1 bedroom accommodation in Forton, near Chard?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 1 bedroom accommodation in Forton, near Chard located?
Situated in Chard, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Cricket St Thomas Golf Course, Chard Museum, and Chard Community Hospital. Snowdon Park and Chard Leisure Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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1 bedroom accommodation in Forton, near Chard Reviews
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Exceptional
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Our stay was exactly what we were looking for it was peaceful quiet and comfortable
Ken W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Simon Harris
Jan 11, 2026
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, despite the rainy weather.
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, despite the rainy weather. The property is as detailed in the listing with a separate toilet downstairs as well as one in the upstairs bathroom. The view from the balcony overlooking the garden is lovely. We were here in February and the property is kept nice and warm by the ample radiators.Good local guides of the area available in the property and we would recommend the takeaway or restaurant Spice Villa
Nice place in well kept grounds, Carol & Robin who run it are nice people always there to help. Its got all the aminities you would want , nice get away for couples. Chris & Pete.👍
Peter E.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kate
Aug 22, 2019
Very warm welcome from the owners to an immaculate cottage in a peaceful location.
Very warm welcome from the owners to an immaculate cottage in a peaceful location. Dog friendly too, would definitely recommend.
Kate
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kelly
Aug 17, 2019
Omg this place was absolutely amazing! It was home from home and more.
Omg this place was absolutely amazing! It was home from home and more. Anything you need is there. It is very comfortable and relaxing. Most places eg town/ supermarket are a 5/10 minutes drive away and the beach is approximately 15 mins away. The Beehive is a perfect comfortable base. If you have dogs they have beds, treats, dishes, poo bags .... Everything! We had lots of lovely days out and nights in, we wouldn't hesitate recommending the Beehive to anyone, we will certainly be booking it again.
Kelly
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen
Aug 7, 2019
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Excellent
Karen
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ellie
Jul 24, 2019
We loved our stay at the Bee Hive.
We loved our stay at the Bee Hive. Beautiful decor and surroundings and we were made to feel very welcome by the owners. They had thought of everything which is great when you are staying for a few days.
Ellie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shelly
Jul 21, 2019
We stayed here for Christmas week and had an amazing time.
We stayed here for Christmas week and had an amazing time. It was just what we needed. The owners were very helpful and the accommodation was very clean. The bed was amazingly comfortable. The only thing that we would change is to put a dressing table in the bedroom so you can do your hair in front of a mirror but apart from that it was perfect in every way.
Shelly
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Gemma
Jul 20, 2019
The bee hive was a lovely place.
The bee hive was a lovely place. Very clean and had everything you needed for a family holiday. The Owners onsite could not do enough for you.
It was pet friendly but you are expected to crate your pets when left at the bee hive. This is ok if your pets are used to being created. The secure area at the back of the lodge for dogs is not secure and you could not leave your dog in here unless it was tethered. Which we did do but our dog was not really happy as he could hear people but could not see anyone which made him a little unsettled. Also the children of the owners likes to keep looking at the dog where he was tethered which kind of teased him. We ended tethering to a tree when we was at the lodge so he could see what was going on around him.
The family were very friendly but i would not recommend this property if you have dogs that do not like children as the family have the children.
That being said this family done everything they could to make our stay very comfortable and enjoyable
What would make this property better would be a fence all around it so that you could let your dogs out and know they could not run off
Gemma
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Claire
Jul 15, 2019
We had a wonderful long weekend in the tranquility of the bee hive with our 5 month old puppy, Cleo.
We had a wonderful long weekend in the tranquility of the bee hive with our 5 month old puppy, Cleo. Location is very close to a wealth of doggy friendly attractions and great walks.
The cottage and its surrounding garden was super clean and welcoming with some very thoughtful touches such as throws, dog beds, crate and treats. The owners are just across the drive and are very friendly and hospitable. They also are very animal friendly, which was appreciated, as this was our first attempt at a holiday with a pup in training (once she had confidence in her new surroundings, she was keen to explore their garden as well.....)
We would definitely consider coming back again, it’s a charming getaway with everything you need to relax and unwind. Highly recommended!
Claire
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Gary
Jul 15, 2019
Great location, cottage itself very clean.
Great location, cottage itself very clean. Hosts were very friendly without being intrusive but always willing to help.
Gary
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay
Jul 10, 2019
A lovely spacious cottage with great facilities - we really loved sitting on the balcony overlooking
A lovely spacious cottage with great facilities - we really loved sitting on the balcony overlooking the garden watching the birds on the feeder. Everything was very clean, the kitchen is well equipped and the games room is an added bonus.
Carol and Rob are great hosts, very friendly and helpful. And Carol is a great baker!
The Beehive is very convenient for Lyme Regis and the coast, and Forde Abbey is a great afternoon out.
We were unable to bring our dog this time, but he would definitely have enjoyed it - there are plenty of great walks, and Carol provides a dog bed, biscuits, and even a dog tag with her phone number - a great idea!
We will definitely book again when we return to the area.