Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
Barbecue
A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Spa pool on site
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Flixton Wildlife Reserve
Place, Flixton Wildlife Reserve
5 min drive
Ganton Golf Club
Place, Ganton Golf Club
12 min drive
Filey Beach
Place, Filey Beach
18 min drive
Where you'll sleep
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Merry Dale Cottage at Humble Bee Farm
Merry Dale Cottage is named after one of the pastures here at Humble Bee Farm and boasts stunning interiors and features including beamed ceilings, slate floors, under floor heating and a log burner.
Upon entering the cottage from the south east of the farm, this cottage enjoys an open patio area complete with wrought iron bench which leads towards the privacy gate and timber screen fencing.
The cottage has stunning views of one of the farm meadows.
This opens into a patio area with outdoor dining furniture, a charcoal bbq and of course the private hot tub. Hot tub towels are provided.
On entering the cottage, guests will see the main corridor with the bedroom off to the left and the main living area to the right.
The living area includes lounge, kitchen and dining area which is entirely open plan for maximum comfort and relaxation.
This cottage is positioned so there is lots of natural light entering the cottage: there are blinds and curtains if guests need shade.
It has slate floor throughout with underfloor heating.
Decorated in restful colours, the main living area includes a quality three-piece suite with tasteful cushions; a feature coffee table; patio doors onto the outdoor area; and the famous picture window overlooking the farmyard.
There is a wall mounted smart tv too for relaxing evenings watching a favourite film and a chest of drawers.
A cosy log burner is a lovely finishing touch to this cottage, timber is provided.
In the lounge chest of drawers there are games and a welcome folder crammed with useful information.
The kitchen includes a large smeg fridge/freezer, work surfaces, a toaster, kettle and microwave, a hob with extractor, an electric oven, a dishwasher, and plenty of storage cupboards.
The kitchen is fully equipped with utensils, pans, crockery, cutlery, glassware, kitchen knives and more … perfect for preparing delicious holiday meals!
There are also ample cleaning products provided so everything is on hand.
Merry Dale Cottage is the cottage which is great for guests who love to keep an eye on the farmyard and the farmyard gang.
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The cottage is suitable for up to four guests and is on the ground floor.
With cottage parking close by, guests have privacy thanks to an enclosed patio area with outdoor tables and chairs and of course the fabulous private hot tub beneath fairy light and a pergola.
Open the sturdy door into a quiet, slate floored corridor which gives access to two beautiful ensuite bedrooms and the spacious lounge, kitchen and dining area.
Underfloor heating keeps this cottage super cosy during the colder weather.
Dogs welcome, tariff applies.
The bedrooms are comfortable with the main bedroom including a king size bed while the second bedroom includes twin beds which can be made into king size upon request.
Each bedroom is ensuite: the main bedroom has a bath with shower over, a washbasin and toilet along with blue tooth mirrors. Dressing gowns and slippers provided for adult guests.
The second bedroom includes its own ensuite facility including shower, toilet and basin.
One of the main features of this cottage is its picture window which affords views over the farmyard itself.
This could inspire younger visitors to become farmer of the future!
See Farmer Percy on his tractor, see him take the sheepdogs for rounding up the sheep.
Humble Bee Farm offers a delightful variety of farm inspired experiences, including three scenic circular walks around the farm, an on-site shop and reception, The Hive Café Bar (open at select times), the busy duck pond, an onsite play area, and the tranquil Reflection Garden which is perfect for some peaceful moments.
As well as the Hive café bar for pizza nights and light bites, there are plenty of places to eat nearby.
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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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Scarborough
Scarborough is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North York Moors National Park and Flixton Wildlife Reserve, while Scarborough Open Air Theatre and Stephen Joseph Theatre are cultural highlights. Ganton Hall and Filey Bird Garden and Animal Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking and other activities like birdwatching.
North York Moors National Park - 16 min drive - 13.5 km
Filey Beach - 18 min drive - 14.6 km
Getting around
Hunmanby Station - 13 min drive
Restaurants
The Star Inn - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 9 min drive
The Brighouse - 13 min drive
Costa Coffee - 9 min drive
Lakeside Cafe Bar & Sports TV - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Merry Dale Cottage at Humble Bee Farm pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Merry Dale Cottage at Humble Bee Farm?
As of 24 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merry Dale Cottage at Humble Bee Farm on 2 October 2026 start from NZ$1,527, 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.
What time is check-in at Merry Dale Cottage at Humble Bee Farm?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Merry Dale Cottage at Humble Bee Farm?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Merry Dale Cottage at Humble Bee Farm located?
Situated in Scarborough, this cottage is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Flixton Wildlife Reserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ganton Golf Club and Bayley Gardens. Ganton Hall and Hunmanby Hall Golf & Leisure are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We (2 adults, a toddler and a baby) stayed in Merrydale cottage for our first family trip as a family of 4. We had a fantastic stay, particularly enjoying the daily morning animal feeds.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2025
Thank you so much for your review and for staying with us, we hope you can join us again soon, thank you from everyone at Humble Bee Farm.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Inge
22 October 2025
Great holiday, home away from home!
The cottage is really spacious and feels like home. Feeding the animals and playing in the barn and on the playground was everything our daughter needed to make this a great holiday.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Klair
1 January 2026
A magical place to stay that suits all ages and is the perfect place for making memories 💕
We like the peaceful time between Christmas and New Year.
Hot tub is amazing with the family 💦
Our boys love being able to get involved with the animals especially the feeding part.
Truly magical farm you have.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 January 2026
Thank you so much Klair for your lovely review, very much appreciated.
We are delighted you had such fabulous time, and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Adrian
10 March 2026
Perfect,
Lovely relaxing stay ,
Lovely to feed the Lambs and listen to Farmer Percy tell us about his sheep(. There is nothing he doesn't know )
The Hive is a fantastic place to enjoy a drink & something to eat .( Faye is so welcoming she's such an asset)
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2026
Thank you so much for your comments much appreciated and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Claire
11 May 2026
The most relaxing and wholesome week.
Cottage facilities great, very clean, robe and slippers nice added touch. Kitchen very clean. Beds and pillows comfortable. Parking and outdoor area (back of cottage) great. Staff all friendly, welcoming and approachable. Bee Hive great. Playground really good. Only improvement I would suggest is a new plastic bath mat in main en suite as it was discoloured so we used our own that we had brought.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2026
Hello there Claire, thank you for joining us in Merry Dale Cottage. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate your feedback about the bath mat: our office is open from 9am (and our emails are monitored throughout the day); we would have been more than happy to help with this and any other query you might have had. We hope you can join us again soon, and thank you again for your feedback, from the Humble Bee Farm team.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Zoe
19 May 2025
Humble Bee Farm is my happy place!
Merrydale Cottage is a love place to relax. The cottage is in between all the seaside places. Bertie (our springer) had a different beach to run on every day.
The house is well equipped with everything amore that we could ever need. The food produced at the restaurant is really good but sadly they only open at the weekend. I cannot praise the staff enough. Everyone makes time for you.
Already book for September and next year !
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2025
Thank you Zoe for joining us and for taking time to write your review, we greatly appreciate it. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
MEGAN
9 April 2025
Absolutely perfect
When we arrive at Humble Bee we feel like we have come home ❤️ we love it so much for a short relaxing break away from the chaos of normal life. The kids (and myself) love being with the animals and the hot tub is always a big hit. The cottage is perfect, immaculately clean and has everything that you could need for a lovely stay even down to little things like salt and pepper. The hive is brilliant and the kids can go off and be free and safe. Just perfect. Thank you humble bee 🐝 xx
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2025
Thank you so much Megan, what a lovely review. We so appreciate it, thank you, and we hope you can join us again soon.
About the host
Hosted by Host
A warm welcome awaits at Humble Bee Farm! We are a family-run, working farm in the Yorkshire Wolds close to the Yorkshire Coast. We are taking bookings for Spring, Summer and even Autumn and Winter!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests