While the cottage is close to the beach, between a bit of rain and the very comfortable environs of the cottage, we often found it very difficult to leave the B-Hive. The entire cottage is well-coordinated and stylish. From the cozy beds to the soft comforters, from the sectional couch with the gas fireplace to the decently appointed kitchen, the B-Hive always impressed us, making returning to it a very enjoyable experience each day.
I find a good measure of a place is often as easy as a visit to the bathroom, so allow me to share. Nicely placed stone tile floor meets a modern vanity and glass shower, all with high-quality fixtures, all of which were sparkling clean on arrival. In the morning, the shower provided loads of hot water with plenty of water pressure. Stepping out, the bath towels (Vera Wang) were thick, comfortable, and clean. I couldn't have asked for more.
But the B-Hive offers so much more. Location-wise, it is a short walk to the beach, and a reasonable walk into town. Space-wise, it is large enough to handle a good-sized group without everyone being in the way. Still, it's the little touches - the dimmers on many lights which let the living room transform to an intimately-lit space to share with friends and a bottle of wine in the evenings, the excellent stove which encouraged us to cook in a few times and save a little money on our trip - these little things add up to make the B-Hive all the more attractive. I recommend the B-Hive to anyone looking for a simply lovely place to stay while visiting South Haven!