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1 bedroom accommodation in Forton, near Chard

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Exterior | The Bee Hive, Forton, near Chard
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Living room | The Bee Hive, Forton, near Chard

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden
  • Non-smoking

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10326133
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Chard

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.
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Forton, near Chard

What's nearby

  • Chard Leisure Centre - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Cricket St Thomas Golf Course - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Snowdon Park - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Chard Museum - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Blackdown Hills - 12 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Crewkerne Station - 13 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Terrace Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Barleymows - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cotley Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Pavilion - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 bedroom accommodation in Forton, near Chard pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1 bedroom accommodation in Forton, near Chard?

As of 3 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 bedroom accommodation in Forton, near Chard on 14 Dec 2026 start from AU$305, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 1 bedroom accommodation in Forton, near Chard?

On-site 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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1 bedroom accommodation in Forton, near Chard located?

Situated in Chard, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Cricket St Thomas Golf Course, Chard Museum and Chard Community Hospital. Snowdon Park and Chard Leisure Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tracey Turner

Friendly, welcoming hosts.

Friendly, welcoming hosts.Lovely accommodation. Good base to go exploring Dog friendly Would book again 😊
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Simon Harris

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the beehive

Our stay was exactly what we were looking for it was peaceful quiet and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Needed a short break.

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.👍
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Helen Brown

Beautiful spot , surrounded by trees and a beautiful garden , although there is alot of traffic nois

Beautiful spot , surrounded by trees and a beautiful garden , although there is alot of traffic noise as it's on a corner of a fairly busy road, but it didn't bother us too much, apart from, if its warm, you can't have your windows open in the bedroom, we tried it and it's very noisy, so stick the fan on supplied in your room. .The cottage itself is really lovely, much bigger than I thought, with a lovely balcony to sit on with a private view. The owner was lovely ,left a bottle of wine, unfortunately we don't drink ,so a bottle of milk and a few bits would have been better ,we had to go out again after a very long drive to fetch milk , although later the owner found out and came over with a cup of milk, which was nice of him .My only complaint would be, it's very dusty , lots of cobwebs, especially on the balcony , but the kitchen and bathroom surfaces were very clean etc , and it's very nicely decorated. Perfect location for the many beaches, pubs, cafe etc. One thing I'd say is the stairs up to the lounge from the kitchen are extremely steep ,my little dog couldn't get down them he kept slipping as they are wood not carpet (which would be better and safer) so I had to carry him up and down the entire holiday and watch him to make sure he didn't fall down them . Maybe a bigger dog could manage better .But overall the place is nice and we had a great time, and would definitely recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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Excellent
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

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.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

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.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Gemma

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
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Gary

Great location, cottage itself very clean.

Great location, cottage itself very clean. Hosts were very friendly without being intrusive but always willing to help.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

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.

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