Guests say
St Andrews Barn in Swaffham is a well-received holiday rental, praised for its lovely and spacious accommodation, including a large, clean swimming pool that is a hit with families. Guests appreciate the welcoming hosts, thoughtful touches such as wine and treats on arrival, and the peaceful location. The property is equipped for a comfortable stay, though some guests noted a few missing kitchen essentials and suggested air conditioning for the warmer days.
Guests consistently mention that the property and the swimming pool area are clean. One review specifically notes spotless bedrooms and bathrooms, indicating high standards of cleanliness.
There is not enough information to accurately score the location as the reviews do not provide specific details about the surrounding area or its convenience.
The property is described as comfortable with cosy sofas and beds. However, some guests experienced excessive heat in the upstairs rooms during a particularly hot weekend, suggesting that air conditioning could enhance comfort.
The facilities, especially the swimming pool, are highly praised. However, a few guests mentioned the lack of some kitchen items and suggested additional towels for the pool area, indicating room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
Guests are delighted by the thoughtful touches such as a set dining table with wine and treats. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it is important to note that such personal touches, though likely, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This detached barn enjoys a rural location as well as an indoor heated swimming pool and lovely landscaped gardens..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 4: Galleried, Double (4ft 6in) Bed.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot available on request. Large enclosed garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private indoor heated swimming pool, (39ft x 13ft, max depth 9ft, open all year round). Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: Unfenced pond in owner’s garden, 50 yds.. Situated in open countryside, this detached barn is tucked away at the end of a private drive and surrounded by an enclosed lawned garden. Comfortably furnished it offers open-plan accommodation with a fitted farmhouse-style kitchen, and has two separate staircases (one either end of the house) giving access to the first floor. An indoor heated swimming pool further enhances the appeal of this property, where there is also a seating area with French doors leading to the garden.
The pool is open all day, every day, accessed internally and is for the exclusive use of guests.
Centrally located in rural Norfolk, the property is well-placed for exploring both the coastline and Norfolk Broads (25 miles). The North Norfolk coastline offers excellent sandy beaches, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, nature and bird reserves and a scenic coastal path for good walking. Daily boat hire is available at Wroxham, the ‘capital’ of the Broads, where there is also a fine choice of waterside cafés and inns in which to pause and enjoy some light refreshment.
Theatre, shops, inns and further cafés are to be found at the medieval town of Kings Lynn, 16 miles away, and the beautiful city of Norwich (18 miles) additionally has a castle and museum. Also worth a visit is Colman’s Mustard Museum where many varieties that are not generally available are sold here while the countless yellow fields which surround Norwich are tell-tale signs that the mustard trade is still thriving today. The market towns of Swaffham (5 minutes), East Dereham (15 minutes) and Fakenham (30 minutes) are close by, whilst Thetford Forest Park (15 miles) covers several thousand acres with marked forest walks, wildlife hides and cycle trails. Nearby places of interest include Oxburgh Hall, the Royal Sandringham Estate, and Castle Acre Priory and castle ruins. Fly fishing and coarse fishing at Narborough trout and coarse fishing lakes, 10 miles, with golf, walking and cycling locally. Shop, pub, restaurant ¾ mile.
Free WiFi
Reviews (12)
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Zoë
Gorgeous barn, loads bigger than it looks with comfy sofas and beds. Really quiet and peaceful. Lovely touches with toiletries, wine and treats on arrival. The pool was masive! We had so much fun in there and the kids loved that! Such a great find for a lovely weekend away!
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Lita Markwell
Great holiday had my son and family over from New Zealand and had a great time would defo spend time there a gain
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Confirmed Guest
Really lovely barn and swimming pool. We had a great week.