5 Oldfields The Beehive - Self Contained Studio by The Sea, Exmouth, EX8 2EG, United Kingdom
#10 of 47 vacation rentals in Exmouth
Guests' ChoiceBased on 140 apartment reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.4
Free Wifi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 8, 2025
Teresa
United KingdomComfortable clean easy to find & cosy
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 27, 2025
David
United KingdomNothing - it was all good!
A wonderful apartment with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Lovely sun trap for a drink and a welcoming host who allowed us to check in early. Very happy with the facilities and the cosiness.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 17, 2025
Nigel
United KingdomLeaving.
Really nice place that was quiet and relaxed. Only stayed for a long weekend but we were made very welcome. Very clean accommodation. 10 minute walk to the beach.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 27, 2025
Colin
United KingdomDuring the warmer summer months swapping out the heavy winter duvet for a lightweight summer duvet would make sleeping better. Shower / toilet door needs adjustment as does not close properly.
Walking distance to beach and town Well equipped and homely with nice personal touches Good parking and friendly host.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 14, 2025
Scott
United KingdomNo major complaints but there are a few things to note. Being attached to the owners house, it is definitely a noisy stay and you can hear running around, door slams, etc. Although things seemed to quieten down by 11pm. The fridge also seems overly noisy, I don't know if its on the way out but it makes some kind of processing noise every 10 minutes or so. The bathroom door not closing properly also feels kind of odd, a different handle would surely mean it can be closed properly? One or two others have posted about the shower, and there's definitely something unusual about it. It is on the hot side and even if you tilt it fully towards the cold, it's never actually cold. I don't have any issue with the TV size, it was as advertised after all, but I do wonder if there could be a solution where it's at the end of the bed as that would be amazing! The biggest problem I had was I got absolutely soaked on the Thursday morning running and I couldn't get my clothes to dry no matter where I put them! I don't really know what the host can do here, and I'd be interested to see what usually happens in the winter months where I expect that's more of a problem.
The property was easy to find and matched the description perfectly. Having all of the streaming services set up and ready to go was well done. WiFi was very good. The nice honey smelling hand-wash and bath gel was amazing! The location is good with a 10-15 minute walk down to the beach and a little longer into town. It's on a main road with very regular buses which is excellent! Complimentary milk, coffee and biscuits was a nice touch. I think overall the property is very good value for money and perfect when you're staying a few nights.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 11, 2025
S
United KingdomDespite it being June the studio became chilly in the evening as it was on the main house heating . The host's instructions did tell us about an electric heater which we would have used but felt it was quite late in the evening by that time. However that was our mistake. We would use it another time.
Very well equipped and tastefully decorated. Walkable to town centre and beach.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 8, 2025
Kadri
United KingdomIt was stylish and comfortable and had everything you needed. With very thoughtful little touches like fresh flowers, milk and biscuits, tea and coffee. Hot powerful shower and a very comfy matress
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 1, 2025
Mary
AustraliaA beautifully presented compact studio that had everything we needed for our short stay. It was in a quiet neighbourhood, only a short walk from the beach.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 3, 2025
Margaret
United KingdomMaybe a bedside light?
Location was ideal for me. Fabulous that I could walk to the beach, which I did everyday.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 20, 2025
Sandy
United KingdomDue to my height, 5ft, some kitchen things not accessible to me.
Convenient & beautifully clean.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Dorin
United KingdomClean and fresh
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Roma
United KingdomLoved everything about it. Especially the bed, super comfy! Best nights sleep in a long time
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 25, 2025
Stephen
United KingdomIt was slightly cramped
Very clean and comfortable
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 24, 2025
Barb
United Kingdoma firmer mattress than I am used to
The location was fine. If walking from the station, pick route that avoids the steep hill. Host Kara, popped by so it was a lovely end to my stay. Thank you Kara!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 12, 2025
Suzanne
United KingdomWe really enjoyed our stay at The Beehive and would definitely stay here again. Everything was self contained and presented as per the photos. The owner lives on site and was extremely helpful and friendly with any queries we had, giving useful tips and insights about the area. One of the friendliest hosts we have met.🤩 It was an easy walk to town/beach and the property is in a nice and quiet residential area. We wish we had more time to explore further.🙂
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 18, 2025
Christine
United KingdomEverything was great.
Absolutely perfect for us. Warm, comfortable and well equipped apartment. We would definitely recommend The Beehive.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 1, 2025
Jeremy
United KingdomCould not sit in an easy chair and watch TV. En-suite door did not fully close.
Clean, tidy, self-contained
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 26, 2025
Helen
United KingdomNothing. All good.
Location was perfect. So cosy. Studio has everything you need !
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 10, 2024
Christine
United KingdomThere was quite limited toilet paper, but we took our own anyway.
On arrival we were able to make a cup of tea as the owner had left some fresh milk in the fridge. There were also biscuits. Plenty of towels. A fully equipped kitchen. Easy access to the entrance (off the drive all on one level) parking in the road outside. Toiletries provided.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 8, 2024
Jaakko
FinlandThe fridge is a bit small.
A very clean small studio. Netflix is a plus. Good for a couple of nights stay. Rather close to the shore and stores. Nice and communicative host! Flexible with check-in and check-out times.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 17, 2024
Martin
United KingdomDouble bed against wall, with no bedside light. The bathroom door didn't really close fully. Advert talked about toiletries, but no shampoo.
Location was good. It ticked most boxes, suitable for a short stay.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 15, 2024
Shane
United KingdomEverything! Beautiful place, highly recommend. 15 minute walk to town just perfect 👌
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: October 27, 2024
Whitehead
United KingdomLocation clean and private very quiet and well equipped
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 15, 2024
Jo
United KingdomThere is nothing not to like, only that my stay there was not long enough. I will definitely return.
This place is a little gem, it is so cosy and love the bee theme througout the property. It was so welcoming, and loved the fact that there was milk in the property along with coffee and tea bags and cookies so you didn't have to go out searching and I could have a cuppa as soon as I got there. The host was super lovely and even when I said I needed an extra plug socket as I was working from there, she went and got me an extension lead. Nothing was too much trouble. Although I was working I got to sightsee too and loved the fact this property was walking distance from the town so easy to get in and out and not have to worry about parking. Loved the little seating area outside, I was lucky with the weather and could sit outside with a drink and enjoy the sunshine.
Stayed in September 2024
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