Lower Farm Barns lie in a tranquil little river valley, almost in a world of their own. They 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.
Sitting Room
Master Bedroom
The Blue Bedroom (King/twin)
The Garden Bedroom
Courtyard
Dining Room/Kitchen
GREY’S COURT is a very spacious single-storey brick and flint building which has been converted from the old stables, and has dreamy views across undulating meadow to the little Victorian flint church over the valley. Its generously proportioned main rooms have a cool Scandinavian mood, decorated in relaxing shades of blue and green for a calm and comfortable atmosphere. On one side the barn has a sheltered walled courtyard for soaking up the sun and on the other, a large terrace and lawn.
There is a panelled sitting room with window seat and woodburning stove, huge panelled dining hall with open plan kitchen and antique dining table to seat ten, small laundry room with butler's sink, washing machine and tumble drier, downstairs cloakroom, five spacious bedrooms including two four posters, two king size beds, (one can be made into two singles), childrens’ bedroom with twin beds, all with ensuite bathroom or shower and WC.
The barn has its own spacious enclosed garden, and there are also shared games rooms, a spa and a steam room. A gentle fifteen minute walk, following in the footsteps of Henry VIII, takes you to the medieval village of Walsingham. This is home to the shrine of Our Lady, visited by pilgrims from around the world, founded in 1061 when the lady of the manor built a Holy House modelled on a dream vision of Jesus’ house in Nazareth. Little remains of the C13th Priory, but the famous Abbey gardens may be visited and have spectacular drifts of snowdrops in springtime.
Facilities for this holiday farmhouse in Fakenham, East of England
Property
Type:
Farmhouse
Nearest Airport:
Norwich - 25 miles
Nearest Bar/Pub:
Walsingham - 2 miles
Nearest Restaurant:
Wells next the Sea - 5 miles
Location Type:
Golfing, Horse Riding, Near the sea, Quiet, Rural/Village, Watersports
Bedrooms:
4 Double Bedrooms, 1 Twin Bedroom. 5’ four poster in the old saddle room
5’ king size bed with Swedish style headboards
Childrens’ bedroom (twin beds)
5' four poster with window seat to courtyard
5’ painted wooden bed
Bathrooms:
2 Bathrooms, 3 Showers, 1 Separate WC. All bedrooms are ensuite with either bath or shower, hand 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, 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:
Seating for 10. Pale blue tongue-and-grooved walls, Swedish grandfather clock, red gingham curtains and alcoves housing an eclectic collection of cream pottery combine to create a calm and elegant interior.
Entertainment:
Terrestrial TV, Satellite TV, Radio, CD System, Table Tennis. Book a session for exclusive access to the luxurious 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. There is a sunny fully enclosed courtyard to the southwest and on the meadow side is a large lawn, terrace with table and seating for ten with wonderful views across to the church.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Wheelchair Access, Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.
Local activities in and around Fakenham, East of England
Only five miles away is the unspoilt North Norfolk coast with its various beaches, from sandy to shingle: Wells-next-the-Sea with its huts and lagoons; the sophisticated Georgian town of Burnham Market for fashion and interiors, as well as two very good restaurants; if you don’t already know how, you can learn to sail and windsurf at Brancaster or Morston; there are seals at Blakeney Point, great bird watching at Cley and endless walks on the famous Holkham beach. Walsingham is also home to the world’s longest narrow gauge steam railway, which in the summer takes twenty minutes to reach Wells-next-the-Sea. Besides the outstanding National Trust properties at Blickling and Felbrigg, there are Pensthorpe, Houghton Hall, Holkham and Sandringham and their gardens to be explored. Four miles away is the busy market town of Fakenham that retains its weekly auction and produce market, a farmers’ market on the last Saturday of the month and a racecourse which holds regular meets.
Rental rates for this farmhouse
Price Per Week
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Low Season Rate From:
£1145.00
€1454.15
$2278.55
High Season Rate From:
£1755.00
€2228.85
$3492.45
Rental Notes: Welcome hamper on arrival including milk, bread, cereal, wine, biscuits, fruit, cheese, butter and juice. Minimum rental during July/August if for 7 nights, Friday to Friday. Minimum Christmas rental is 7 nights. 5 days minimum at New Year and Easter. Short breaks available (min 3 nights) at all other times. Mid-week, off season discounts. Please ask for details. Christmas/New Year barn will be fully decorated. Rental includes bedlinen, towels, toiletries. Logs and kindling provided. For two week lets, bedlinen and towels will be changed and a service clean provided Deposit of 30% payable on booking. Balance to be paid 8 weeks before start of let. Sorry no dogs.
This unit is situated in or next to other properties
should you wish to holiday with a larger group.
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High Barsham (Sleeps 12) - Stunning barn conversion
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