Bishop's Barn, seals, seaside walks and The Broads National Park
Built in the early 1900s as a stable block and tractor shed, the barn has been redesigned by a local architect with modern living and comfort in mind whilst retaining original beams. Sitting in it's own wrap around garden with views onto the fields the barn has an open plan living room with a log burner for cosy nights inside whilst the sun drenched patio offers the ideal spot for alfresco dining or watching the sun go down. A grassed lawn stretching the length of the stable block links with a second patio off the master bedroom suite. It offers plenty of space to relax and unwind all year round. You may spot the local barn owls, bats circling over the garden in the evenings, geese migrating across the skies or muntjac and deer roaming the fields. The barn is situated in the small peaceful hamlet of Runham with a shop and 2 pubs approximately 2 miles away in neighboring villages. From the barn take a gentle walk down to the River Bure across open fields for a picnic or a 20 minute walk along the country roads will lead you to Thrigby Wildlife Gardens. In the village there is a small children's playground and village green. Empty roads and the odd gentle hill makes cycling easy and pleasurable for all abilities. The expansive unspoilt sandy beaches of Caister await 5 miles away for swimming , sand castles and seal spotting, while boat hire on the broads is just 3 miles. Please note that the barn has 2 open steps between the dining area and main living space and a step in the master bedroom. In addition, it does not have hand rails in either of the bathrooms.
Property manager
Viv Bishop
Premier Host
Languages
English, French
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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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 a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Great Yarmouth
Located in Great Yarmouth, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens and Oasis Amusements are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Orton Farmers' Market and Wroxham Barns. Travelling with kids? Consider Lost World Adventure Golf and Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Great Yarmouth
What's nearby
Norfolk Broads - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Britannia Pier Theatre - 11 min drive - 12.3 km
The Pleasure Beach - 13 min drive - 13.6 km
Great Yarmouth Beach - 24 min drive - 13.1 km
Getting around
Acle Station - 12 min drive
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
The Old Hall Gym and Leisure Club - 6 min drive
Branford's Restaurant & Bar - 6 min drive
The Kings Head - 7 min drive
V Lounge - 11 min drive
Mash and Barrell - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Bishop's Barn, seals, seaside walks and The Broads National Park pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Bishop's Barn, seals, seaside walks and The Broads National Park?
Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Bishop's Barn, seals, seaside walks and The Broads National Park?
Checkout is at 9:30 AM.
Where is Bishop's Barn, seals, seaside walks and The Broads National Park located?
This family-friendly Great Yarmouth holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Norfolk Broads and Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens. Oasis Amusements and Lost World Adventure Golf 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.
Fantastic property and equally fantastic host. Lovely touches such as a goodie bag and home made cake and bread.
Easy access to lots of lovejy places will definitely be back
The hosts have anticipated their guests every need in this fabulous property within striking distance of the Norfolk Broads and east coast beaches.
The attention to detail was appreciated.
Looking forward to staying again.
Sandra M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janette
2 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent barn conversion and hospitality. Very quiet detached property with great log burner. Spotlessly clean with very nice furnishings and good size modern TV (and small TVs in bedrooms that we didn't use). Enjoyed playing table tennis in the garden. Highly recommend
Our stay was so relaxing and peaceful and we dream of our next visit back. Viv, truly made us feel welcome, with providing much needed necessities for our arrival, with a delicious baked bread and butterfly cupcakes (could open up her own bakery), milk and a welcome gift basket. The property is superb and has everything you need and feels like home away from home. Thank you Viv, for making our stay enjoyable and memorable.
Wow what an amazing property in a lovely tranquil location. The barn was spotlessly clean and the attention to detail was evident throughout. The welcome pack on arrival was perfect with Birthday treats included for my mum. Viv was a great host.
This barn conversion really has the Wow factor. Attention to detail by the hosts is evident as soon as you walk in the door. Briliant welcome pack, including home-made bread and cakes, fresh eggs, and flowers and lots more. Such a relaxing, quiet place, but so much to do and explore on the doorstep. Spotlessly clean and very comfortable.
Viv's property is an absolute jewel nestled in a peaceful village setting. The barn is airy and big, spotless and equipped with everything you need for a wonderful stay- Viv even left us a welcoming hamper full of treats, whcih we absolutely loved. Big bonus were the children books and games- we had a lot of fun!
From the moment we stepped through the door we felt at home. Absolutely beautiful, we loved everything about the barn. Two beautiful bedrooms and bathrooms, comfy sofas with all kitchen amenities you could want. We made great use of the table tennis tablefire pit. Lovely welcome basket containing loads of lovely goodies. One of the best places we have stayed.
Clean, warm and lovely interior. Great communication with the owner and the property is fantastic inside and out. Stayed over New Year and the barn is in a great place to get out and about. Overall, we had a lovely relaxing weekend and would definitely return.
We had a wonderful stay, the barn is beautifully renovated and the welcome basket and cakes on arrival were a real treat.
The toys and games were a real hit with our boys and the recommendations of things to do in the local area were spot on.
We wouldn’t hesitate to book again
Really nicely presented property, with quality modern amenities. Our host even provided a Christmas tree.
We had a really enjoyable stay in a lovely part of the world.
The property was beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. The host left us a very generous welcome pack, homemade bread and cakes and gorgeous sunflowers. The kids enjoyed the games available at the property and we all enjoyed the odd game of table tennis! The Barn had everything we could need for a week away and the hosts left detailed information about Bishop’s Barn and the surrounding areas. We enjoyed boating on the broads (hired from Herbert Woods), beach days and Bewilderwood, all within half an hour from the Barn A great base to explore Norfolk and wonderful to come back to after a strenuous day at the beach!
The place is lovely and the host seems to have thought of everything. Home made bread and cupcakes were a very nice touch. Location is great for getting to family-friendly attractions (e.g. Bewilderwood). Warm, comfy, finished to a high standard, excellent bathrooms. Our son enjoyed the box of Lego. Really can't fault it!
We had a marvellous stay. Contact with the owner was excellent and the property was spotlessly clean. On arrival the welcome pack was one of the best we have ever received, particularly the homemade bread and cakes. The owners have managed to think of everything you could possibly need for a holiday and the location is in easy reach of many of the Norfolk highlights. Would highly recommend.
Perfect in every way, we really can’t fault the property at all.
Beautiful high quality decor, fixtures and fittings. Wonderfully comfortable and homely.
Really well equipped with everything needed.
The thoughtful welcome hamper complete with home cooked cake and other lovely goodies was a lovely touch.
Highly recommend this beautiful home for a peaceful and tranquil break.
Thank you Viv and David.
Have just returned from a lovely week at this property. The property itself was spotless, and the kids loved the games, lego and books that were available. The welcome basket, homemade bread and cakes were delicious!
Location is ideal for popping down to the coast, and a number of family attractions closeby.
We will return
Thank you
Mark K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Viv Bishop
Languages:
English, French
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests