Guests say
St Andrews Barn in Swaffham is a spacious and welcoming cottage, highly praised for its impressive swimming pool and suitability for families and groups. Guests consistently mention the friendly and helpful host, well-equipped kitchen, and thoughtful touches on arrival. The property is clean and comfortable, with ample parking and a peaceful location. Some guests noted the upstairs bedrooms lack privacy and can get warm, and a few minor maintenance issues were mentioned. Overall, the barn offers a memorable and enjoyable stay, especially for those seeking a relaxing break with excellent pool facilities.
The majority of guests found the property and pool area to be very clean and well-maintained, with only occasional minor comments about tired décor or damp stains.
Guests appreciated the quiet and peaceful setting, with convenient access to local amenities and Swaffham town nearby.
The cottage is described as comfortable and spacious, with cosy beds and sofas. Some guests found the upstairs rooms warm, especially in hot weather, and noted limited privacy between bedrooms.
The standout feature is the large, private swimming pool, which guests loved. The kitchen is generally well-equipped, though a few essentials were occasionally missing. Facilities such as parking, bathrooms, and appliances were positively mentioned.
Many guests appreciated the welcome gifts such as wine and treats, as well as the host's helpfulness. Please note that these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This detached barn enjoys a rural location as well as an indoor heated swimming pool and lovely landscaped gardens..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 4: Galleried, Double (4ft 6in) Bed.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot available on request. Large enclosed garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private indoor heated swimming pool, (39ft x 13ft, max depth 9ft, open all year round). Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: Unfenced pond in owner’s garden, 50 yds.. Situated in open countryside, this detached barn is tucked away at the end of a private drive and surrounded by an enclosed lawned garden. Comfortably furnished it offers open-plan accommodation with a fitted farmhouse-style kitchen, and has two separate staircases (one either end of the house) giving access to the first floor. An indoor heated swimming pool further enhances the appeal of this property, where there is also a seating area with French doors leading to the garden.
The pool is open all day, every day, accessed internally and is for the exclusive use of guests.
Centrally located in rural Norfolk, the property is well-placed for exploring both the coastline and Norfolk Broads (25 miles). The North Norfolk coastline offers excellent sandy beaches, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, nature and bird reserves and a scenic coastal path for good walking. Daily boat hire is available at Wroxham, the ‘capital’ of the Broads, where there is also a fine choice of waterside cafés and inns in which to pause and enjoy some light refreshment.
Theatre, shops, inns and further cafés are to be found at the medieval town of Kings Lynn, 16 miles away, and the beautiful city of Norwich (18 miles) additionally has a castle and museum. Also worth a visit is Colman’s Mustard Museum where many varieties that are not generally available are sold here while the countless yellow fields which surround Norwich are tell-tale signs that the mustard trade is still thriving today. The market towns of Swaffham (5 minutes), East Dereham (15 minutes) and Fakenham (30 minutes) are close by, whilst Thetford Forest Park (15 miles) covers several thousand acres with marked forest walks, wildlife hides and cycle trails. Nearby places of interest include Oxburgh Hall, the Royal Sandringham Estate, and Castle Acre Priory and castle ruins. Fly fishing and coarse fishing at Narborough trout and coarse fishing lakes, 10 miles, with golf, walking and cycling locally. Shop, pub, restaurant ¾ mile.
Free WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- Oxburgh Hall (National Trust)
Reviews (20)
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Laura Morgan
Stayed here for the weekend very clean accommodation. The owner was very helpful and friendly. Plently of parking. The welcome gifts was an added bonus. My son loved the large family pool.
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Gillian Sizer
Beautiful barn conversion lots of room for everyone. The large adult pool was the cherry on the top!