Large family holidays in Kerdiston, near Norwich - sleeps 8

Old Hall Farm Barn Cottage
4 bedrooms, sleeps 8

Nestled in a countryside setting, the warmest of welcomes awaits at this stunning barn conversion ideal for family and friends holidaying together.

Old Hall Farm Barn is a stunning, detached barn restored to retain its period charm and features. There is a private large fenced lawned garden to enjoy, complete with footpath access through the owners’ meadowland of 12 acres with cattle and sheep, which connects to the Marriotts Way, 21 miles of former railway track bed, ideal for walkers and cyclists. The barn is very light and airy with floor-to-ceiling glass doors to enjoy the tranquil surroundings, countryside views and wildlife. The living room boasts a wood burner and Netflix TV. The kitchen/dining room with its centre island and dining area, is great for formal get togethers or simple family meals. There are three ground floor bedrooms, each with their own door leading to the garden, and a ground floor shower room with walk-in shower. Stairs lead up to the master bedroom, complete with en-suite bathroom with roll-top bath, walk-in shower and toilet. Outside offers a large seating terrace with lounge garden furniture and dining table, firepit, parasol and BBQ.

The small market town of Reepham, 1 mile, is a conservation town with market place, tennis court, delicatessen, cafés, newsagents, shops, boutique stores and restaurants, as well as other amenities including a hardware store, chemist and library.

At the former Reepham Station there is small museum, tea room and cycle hire. The North Norfolk Coast is an easy drive, with Holt, 14 miles, and Burnham Market (known as the Hampton’s of Norfolk), 26 miles, with delicatessen, shops, pubs and restaurants. Holkham Hall, 27 miles. The popular village of Wells-next-the-Sea, 22 miles, has a picturesque quay, narrow gauge railway and quaint mix of artisan and traditional seaside shops, cafés and amusements. Blakeney, 19 miles, Cley-next-the-Sea and Salthouse, 17 miles, offer a National Trust bird reserve and salt marshes. The coastal towns of Sheringham, 18 miles, and Cromer, 19 miles, offer great sandy beaches and activities for all ages. Sheringham is home to the North Norfolk Railway with trips to Weybourne and Holt. Holkham and Stiffkey also offer beautiful beaches, and East Runton is ideal for those who like rock pooling. Within an hour’s drive are National Trust properties including 17th-century Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall, Sheringham Park and Oxburgh Hall.

For family entertainment, there are adventure activities and parks nearby including Dinosaur Adventure Park at Lenwade, Thigby Wildlife, Pettitts Animal Adventure, Wroxham Barns and BeWILDerwood at Horning.

The village of Coltishall, 14 miles, offers waterside restaurants to enjoy. Cromer has a promenade and pier with live entertainment (seasonal). Great golf opportunities nearby with Sprowston Manor golf course, 15 miles, while Cromer and Sheringham offer clifftop courses for experienced golfers only. Norwich city, 15 miles, has a cathedral and a 12th-century Norman castle. Explore the Norfolk Broads with Wroxham, 18 miles, known as the capital of the broads, with waterside cafés, restaurants and shops. Visitors can hire boats or enjoy a leisurely day cruise. The nature reserve of Hickling Broad is a haven for birds including sandpipers, osprey and spoonbills - it also offers excellent fishing, as well as nature trails to explore. The Victorian town of Hunstanton is 35 miles, with its famous stripy cliffs, beach, small funfair, Sealife Centre and lots of traditional seaside amusements. Beach 18 miles. Shops, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Accommodation details

Step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: With wood burner, Freeview Smart TV with Netflix, DVD player, CD player and beams.
Dining room: With beams.
Kitchen: Farmhouse-style with double electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and beams.
Utility room: With washing machine, tumble dryer and toilet.
Bedroom 1: With kingsize bed, beams and door leading to garden.
Bedroom 2: With kingsize bed, beams and door leading to garden.
Bedroom 3: With bunk bed, beams and door to garden.
Shower room: With walk-in shower and toilet.
Open-tread stairs to.

First Floor:
Seating area: Galleried with selection of books.
Bedroom 4: With kingsize bed, beams, oak floor and en-suite with roll-top bath, walk-in shower and toilet.

Extra Amenities

Ground source central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack. Large enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and firepit. 12-acre natural grounds (shared with owners). Bike store. Private parking for 5 cars. No smoking.