You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Spacious barn, seals, seaside walks and 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
Languages
English, French
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Electric car charging station on site
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Furnished patio
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Blackout drapes
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the sea
Things to do
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Electric car charging station
Garden
Unit size: 1,184 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Newly converted barn in beautiful Broads National Park
Spacious Barn in Beautiful Broads National Park Great Yarmouth
About the neighborhood
Great Yarmouth
What's nearby
Norfolk Broads - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Britannia Pier Theatre - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
Great Yarmouth Beach - 13 min drive - 14.1 km
The Pleasure Beach - 14 min drive - 15.0 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 Spacious barn, seals, seaside walks and Broads National Park pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Spacious barn, seals, seaside walks and Broads National Park?
Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious barn, seals, seaside walks and Broads National Park?
Check-out is at 9:30 AM.
Where is Spacious barn, seals, seaside walks and Broads National Park located?
This family-friendly Great Yarmouth vacation 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 mi (10 km).
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Spacious barn, seals, seaside walks and Broads National Park Reviews
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We loved our stay here. The barn was beautifully decorated with some original features, & tastefully modernised. Spotlessly clean, amazing shower, gorgeous garden space, and a very friendly cat, Pop, who visited. Viv & David were perfect hosts who had great dining & other recommendations, and were very accommodating. The fresh tulips, welcome hamper and cakes were also very thoughtful and a lovely touch, as were the fresh eggs from their hens, which were delicious! We would definitely return and recommend Bishop's Barn to friends and family.
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.
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
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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
The Church Barn is a beautiful renovation….spacious and well designed, the barn encourages you to relax and unwind. The Welcome Hamper is a delight and vey welcome.
Beautiful barn conversion in a truly lovely setting. Every little detail has been thought of and the special little touches such as a very well stocked welcoming basket, home made cakes and flowers made the entire holiday just seem so much better. Can't wait to return
This barn has been converted to a very high standard and is one of the best self catering barns/accommodations we have yet stayed in. The hosts were very accommodating also providing a wonderful welcome pack on arrival. The barn in Runham is very well situated for exploring the many attractions in the area. All in all I recommend this accommodation to all who enjoy quality and craftsmanship in a very relaxed atmosphere
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.
The barn is absolutely beautiful and we had a lovely family break. We had the most wonderful weather which meant we could have breakfast outside on the patio every morning.
Viv was there to meet us when we arrived and left us the most wonderful welcome pack with fresh bread and a cake as well as other goodies. There were also fresh flowers on the table.
Thanks again Viv
If there were boxes to be ticked then this place ticks all of them! It’s absolutely stunning, beautifully designed and the attention to detail is wonderful. Welcome gifts are a lovely touch and felt thoroughly spoilt to have homemade cakes and bread.
Coffee in the morning on the patio set us up for the day and there was no shortage of things to do in the area. It totally felt like a home from home and both my mum and I just didn’t want to leave. A fantastic few days creating some wonderful memories in a truly beautiful place.