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The Great East Barn, Norfolk

The Great East Barn lies in a tranquil little river valley, almost in a world of its own. The barns were part of a historic farming estate and are surrounded by the protected lands of Walsingham Priory. For many years home only to swallows, the barns have now been brought back to life by an architect and his wife who have created elegant retreats that marry the best of traditional Norfolk materials with contemporary design.

Converted from the massive 19th century granary, The Great East Barn faces south and east towards an unbridged ford on the river and the gentle rise to Barsham Hill. From the luxurious comfort of the first floor sitting room, where the backdrop of rustic clunch walls sets off crisp modern furnishings, you can gaze out across calm green fields and grazing sheep. This huge open plan space extends past a central island kitchen to a large airy glazed dining room with more fabulous views down the valley. In this barn, country meets city by combining designer details with vernacular building techniques.

Facilities:

Bedrooms (sleeps up to 14):

6 Double Bedrooms, 1 Twin Bedroom comprising of:

• 5’ four poster bed in master bedroom.
• 6’ king size bed (can be made into 2 twins)
• 5’ king size bed (can be made into 2 twins)
• King size bedroom
• Double bedroom
• Double bedroom
• Twin bedroom

Bathrooms:

4 Bathrooms, 3 Showers, 1 Separate WC. 3 bedrooms have ensuite shower with hand basin and WC 4 bedrooms have ensuite bath with handheld shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen:

Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron. The kitchen is brilliantly equipped for entertaining, open to the dining room so friends can chat while preparing meals. Great for families or adult groups wanting generous space for a dinner party.

General:

Real Fire, Central Heating, Telephone, Free Wireless Internet, House Linen. In summer you can open the doors to the courtyard, letting in the sun and enjoying the fantastic views. In winter the underfloor heating and woodburner keep the barn really cosy and warm.

Dining:

The dining room has a fantastic modern oak dining table with seating for 14 with a separate small breakfast table for 4.  When booked with another barn the table may be extended to seat 22.  Stunning views down the valley to the meadows beyond.

Entertainment:

Terrestrial TV, DVD player, Radio, CD System, Freeview, Table Tennis. Book a session for exclusive access to the  spa pool or chill out in the steamroom. Also available are two games rooms, one with table tennis and darts, one with table football.

Outside:

Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Garden Furniture. The terrace faces southeast and has a built-in table with seating for 14. Up two steps to lawned area with herbaceous border. Gate a large lawned area with mown grass and wild flower meadow.

Suitability:

Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.

Rental Rates:

This barn maybe booked for any number of nights from 3 min. - call to check dates and prices.
Prices above held until 31 October 2010.

This is intended as a guide only as some holidays incl Easter, some half-terms, Christmas, New Year and May Day weekends are at Mid-Season Plus rates. Please ring us for details.

Other:

Barn location: Google Maps (graphical) / PDF (textual).

Please see our Rental Notes.

Welcome tea tray and flowers on arrival including tea, milk, sugar and local Norfolk biscuits or cake.

We have other lets nearby and this property can be rented along with those, should you wish to holiday with a larger group.

Contact us to enquire about availability or other information.

Please see our Terms and Conditions for other important notes.