Nestled in the heart of the glorious Suffolk countryside, The Barn is an exceptional, modern conversion that combines traditional features with contemporary design. The vast, open-plan space comprises of 3 bedrooms, a massive open plan sleeping area in the roof of the barn, huge kitchen and comfortable living area centered around a traditional log fire.
Only 10 miles from Ipswich and set in three acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and paddocks, The Barn provides the perfect place to play, rest and revive all year round.
The fireplace
Kitchen
One of the main bedrooms
The paddock
The terrace
The Barn
In 1996 the Gimpel family designed the conversion of an old Suffolk pig barn just outside the picture book village of Cretingham. It was specifically created to provide a place that could be used by family and friends for holidays, parties and plain relaxing. Recently we decided to make The Barn available for others to enjoy and have spent the last year improving and upgrading its facilities to provide guests with everything they need for a fantastic break in the country.
The Barn itself is a sumptuous open-plan conversion comprising of many unique features including a vast lounge with log fire, huge kitchen/diner with all modern conveniences, two enormous, separate double bedrooms and a smaller double with en suite shower. The unbelievable 1st floor is open to the rest of the barn with a sunken double bed area and balcony walkway overlooking the main living space. Outside there is a massive patio, a whole field to play in as well as a duck pond and gardens. All ten minutes walk from a fine country pub!
Further afield there is a wealth of walks, sites and interests to satisfy everybody’s whims. From the historical magnificence of Framlingham Castle, to the glorious, seaside traditions of Aldburgh, The Barn provides easy access to an abundance of superb local attractions.
Come and stay at a perfect venue for relaxing at any time of year. During the winter months no excuse is needed to light the huge log fire, draw the blinds and get cosy. Whilst summers at The Barn are bar-b-ques on the terrace, games in the field and drinks under the stars.
So whatever the season, whatever the weather, life at The Barn is always chilled.
Facilities for this holiday farmhouse in Cretingham, East of England
Property
Type:
Farmhouse
Nearest Airport:
Stanstead - 100 miles
Nearest Bar/Pub:
The Cretingham Bell - 0.5 miles
Nearest Restaurant:
The Cretingham Bell - 0.5 miles
Location Type:
Fishing Nearby, Golfing, Near the sea, Quiet, Rural/Village
Bedrooms:
3 Double Bedrooms, 1 Twin Bedroom, 1 Single Bedroom. There are 2 enormous double rooms with doors onto the terrace, a single with en suite shower and upstairs "the dorm" with 3 single beds and a unique "sunken", open room with enormous double bed.
Bathrooms:
2 Bathrooms, 1 Shower. There are 2 main washrooms. 1 with toilet and shower and the other with toilet, shower and bath. The single room has it's own en suite shower.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron. The vast kitchen and dining area. Equipped with everything you’ll need for serious entertaining and an embarrassment of work surfaces. It has even been used to cater for a 150 head wedding!
General:
Real Fire, Telephone, House Linen, Towels Provided. As well as the fire, The Barn, is also heated by an underfloor heating system that keeps the whole house toasty.
Dining:
Seating for 10. The dining table sits six comfotabley but can easily be annexed with a smaller table to happily seat 10.
Entertainment:
Terrestrial TV, Video, Radio, CD System, Board Games. There is plenty to keep you occupied what ever the weather with a library of books and games and state of the art audio-visual equipment.
Outside:
Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Garden Furniture. As well as the enormous patio area and beautifully kept gardens, there is a picturesque duck-pond, outbuildings and the paddock.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Suitable For Elderly, Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.
Local activities in and around Cretingham, East of England
The Barn is perfectly located for a wealth of attractions, activities and amusement to suit all tastes.
From the historical majesty of Framlingham castle to the beautiful seaside resort of Aldburgh, there are hundreds of great days out, all just a stones throw away!
Rental rates for this farmhouse
Price Per Week
Quoted In
Approximately equivalent to
UK Pound
Euro
US Dollar
Low Season Rate From:
£750.00
€945.00
$1215.00
High Season Rate From:
£1500.00
€1890.00
$2430.00
Rental Notes: Just a few extra points. A weekend booking runs for 2 nights that must include Friday and Saturday. A week consists of 6 nights and 7 days. Linen and towels are provided. As are logs!
Availability of The Barn
This property is normally available
for rent between January
and December each year.
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Owner joined site on:
20 April 2005
Property listed since:
20 April 2005
Holiday Farmhouse in england - East of England - Suffolk - Cretingham
