Guests say
Archie's Barn receives glowing praise for its beautiful, peaceful countryside setting and abundance of wildlife, making it an ideal retreat for families and those seeking tranquillity. Guests consistently highlight the inviting, well-equipped, and clean interior, as well as the spacious layout and thoughtful touches for children. The secluded location and stunning views are frequently mentioned, with only minor feedback regarding dining space for larger groups. Overall, guests found their stays relaxing and memorable, with many eager to return.
Multiple reviews describe the property as exceptionally clean and beautifully maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The barn's peaceful, secluded countryside location is repeatedly praised, with guests enjoying the views, wildlife, and tranquillity. Its proximity to local villages and attractions is also noted positively.
Guests found the barn comfortable, spacious, and inviting, with ample room for families. One minor comment was made about dining space for larger groups, but overall comfort is highly rated.
The property is described as very well equipped, especially for families, with plenty of games, toys, and kitchen essentials. One guest noted a preference for a larger dining table, but otherwise facilities are highly appreciated.
Guests mention thoughtful touches such as toys, games, and little extras on arrival, which enhanced their stay. Please note that such gifts or extras are not guaranteed for every booking.
About this property
Perfect tranquillity! This single-storey barn conversion is an ideal rural hideaway, yet is within easy distance of amenities and for exploring the North Norfolk Coast and Broads National Park.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge/Freezer, Fridge, Dishwasher
Living room 2: Smart TV, Woodburner
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Bath, Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: Bunk (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV, DVD Player
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
LPG underfloor heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner (Oct-Mar). Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Front lawned garden. Large rear courtyard with terrace, BBQ and garden furniture. Children’s play area. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a step in the garden. This property has a natural water supply via borehole.. Enjoying tranquillity, nestled in acres of countryside and woodland, this single-level barn conversion is ideal for larger family groups looking to escape in a wonderful rural location, whilst still being conveniently located to everyday amenities.
Arrival at the barn is via a long unmade road. Do keep your eyes peeled, as you are sure to spot the visiting wild deer, hares or pheasants on your arrival. At end of the drive is Archie’s Barn, a well-appointed and spacious barn conversion with exposed beams and vaulted ceilings to create a light and spacious feel throughout. It boasts open plan, sociable living accommodation, a well-appointed kitchen with breakfast island, a dining area with a wood burner and a sitting area with further wood burner. The living room offers comfy sofas, here you can enjoy quality time together with good conversation or enjoy a film. Unleash your competitive side with a board game, and for cooler evenings, snuggle up by the wood burners within both dining and living areas. The master bedroom has a kingsize bed and a wonderful en-suite bathroom. There is a further kingsize bedroom, a twin bedroom and a bunk bed room, perfect for the younger family members, and a family bathroom.
The rear large south-facing courtyard garden has a swing set to keep the younger guests occupied as well as a charcoal barbecue and garden furniture, perfect for alfresco dining in the summer evenings. The large front lawn garden is a perfect spot to enjoy wonderful sunsets and is ideal for spotting the birds and wildlife whilst enjoying their natural habitat. Also benefiting from no light pollution, allowing you to marvel at the big open starlit skies. The barn is home to a local barn owl, a shy resident, sometimes seen using its nesting box at the front of the barn.
Enjoy a stroll along the drive, where you are sure to spot the wild deer and ducks on the natural pond. Just 11 minutes’ drive to supermarkets, shops and eateries. Roar Dinosaur Adventure Park is a must for the children, the Royal Norwich golf course and clubhouse, a 3 minute drive. Pub serving good food and fishing nearby. Norfolk Broads National Park is a 20 minute drive. North Norfolk Coastline with amazing sandy beaches all within a 40 minute drive. Beach 22¼ miles. Pub and restaurant 1¼ miles.
Free WiFi
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
Please bear in mind it is a farm track that gets used by farm vehicles from time to time so it can get a bit muddy during the winter weather.
Reviews (11)
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Kathy McDonnell
We loved staying at Archie’s Barn… We felt it was a very special place to ‘get away from it all’. Such a comfortable place to stay and we really enjoyed seeing the wildlife from the windows- deer, hares, rabbits, the resident owls and lots of other birds.
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Confirmed Guest
We have had a great week at Archie’s barn. We loved being in such an isolated place being able to watch the wildlife and some pretty spectacular sunsets. The house is well equipped and comfortable - we had everything we needed. A dining table to be able to seat all 7 of us would have been better for family meals - the kids ended up eating at the kitchen island with 5 adults sitting at the table. Even then there was still little space to have anything on the table other than plates. This is a minor point and the table outside worked for us better but we were fortunate to have glorious weather, not sure what families would do if couldn’t use outside.We managed to have a Tesco delivery despite the location which was goodOverall a fabulous week
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Janet Riley
We had a fantastic family holiday, the barn is beautiful and looks just like the pictures, great location with great views of the countryside . Would highly recommend it