Guests say
Ivy Cottage in Beer, Devon, is a well-received holiday rental with guests praising its ideal location, cleanliness, and the thoughtful welcome pack. While some minor maintenance issues and comfort concerns with bedding were noted, the overall experience remains positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
The property was generally found to be clean, with specific praise for spotlessness in some areas. However, there were several mentions of issues such as a mouldy bath mat, dusty corners, and a dirty patio set, which suggests room for improvement.
The location of Ivy Cottage is consistently highlighted as ideal and great, with no negative comments, indicating a high level of satisfaction among guests.
Guests found the cottage cosy and the quality of bedding and towels good. However, there were complaints about creaky beds, an uncomfortable mattress in the loft, and a lack of ventilation in the top bedroom, which affected the overall comfort level.
The cottage is well-equipped with necessary utensils and clean bedding. Nonetheless, guests reported minor maintenance issues such as a stiff front door, a problematic shower screen, and a cutlery drawer coming off its runners, indicating that some facilities require attention.
The welcome pack was mentioned positively, reflecting a degree of thoughtfulness. However, as not all reviews mention gifts and there is no guarantee of such amenities, the score reflects the positive feedback without setting unrealistic expectations.
About this property
Occupying a superb village location in the heart of Beer in Devon, is this charming mid-terraced cottage, Ivy Cottage. The perfect holiday home for a family or group travelling together, the cottage offers well-presented accommodation with a chilled-out ambience so guests get the relaxing holiday they want. The open-plan living space is warm and welcoming with a delightful sitting area complete with seating, large windows which let light flood in and a feature fireplace which all add up to create a really inviting vibe. The rustic kitchen has all the facilities needed to be able to produce whatever culinary offerings your holiday party requires with an elegant dining area providing a sociable space in which to gather and eat together. You can throw open the patio door and let the fresh Devon air in, sit outside in the attractive courtyard and enjoy some eating and drinking time alfresco. All that fresh holiday air is tiring so when bedtime calls take your pick from a king-size (with a TV so you don’t have miss your favourite telly programme even when you’re in bed!), a twin or a double; all are stylishly presented and offer a calming sanctuary after a hard day of holidaying. Following a refreshing night’s sleep, you can hop in the shower or have a soak in the bath, before taking coffee in the courtyard and planning the day’s activities. There is so much to explore in Devon it can be hard to know where to begin but the captivating village of Beer is a good place to start with some great shops and pubs right on the doorstep, a fabulous beach and Beer Quarry Caves and Beer Heights Light Railway a must-visit while you’re here. Jump in the car for some other attractions a little further away but with some enchanting views along the way such as Pecorama Gardens, Seaton Tramway, Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary and Crealy Adventure Park. Beaches worth packing a picnic for include Charmouth, West Bay, Torquay, Seatown and Weymouth. For a picture postcard holiday, book a visit to Ivy Cottage.
Beer is a small picturesque fishing village on the south Devon coast near Seaton. The shingle beach is very sheltered, backed by limestone cliffs and was once fertile smuggling territory, plus contraband was hidden in nearby caves, which are now a popular tourist attraction. Beer is situated on the stretch of Devon coastline, known as the Jurassic Coast, a designated World Heritage Site, and the village offers sloping streets lined with picturesque stone houses and cottages built on many different levels of the steep valley sides. There are a good range of shops, friendly cafes, restaurants and pubs in Beer, plus just outside the village is the popular Pecorama Gardens, which are perched on the hill overlooking Lyme Bay. Pecorama boasts the Beer Heights Light Railway and indoor model railway exhibition, along with a children's play area. Beer is a unique Devon fishing village and a great place to stay.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV, 1 x twin, 1 x second-floor double.
Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Open-plan living space with dining area and sitting area
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and grill, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, hairdryer.
Two TVs, DVD player, CD player, iPod docking station, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1-2 cars.
Enclosed rear courtyard with raised terrace area and patio furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.2 miles.
Note: The parking will allow for 1 large car or 2 medium sized cars.
Note: There are shared steps leading up to the raised garden area so please bear this in mind when booking
Reviews (12)
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Chontell
Thank you.
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Michael
The bath mat was covered in black mould, the toilet I had to clean myself, and the toilet brush is disgusting, shower works ok,but is very scaled, the double bedroom had lots of dust under the bed and in the corners. Although we were disappointed with the cleanliness in some areas, we would still come back as we love the cottage.
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Daniel Robert
Loved the Welcome Pack!