Guests say
Folley's Barn in Bledlow receives glowing praise for its peaceful village setting, spacious and beautifully converted interiors, and high standards of cleanliness and comfort. Guests consistently highlight the well-equipped kitchen, attractive furnishings, and the helpfulness of the hosts. The property’s private gardens and proximity to local attractions and walks are much appreciated. Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as a welcome hamper, though these are not guaranteed. Overall, the barn offers a relaxing and memorable stay, with only minor issues promptly resolved.
Multiple reviews describe the property as immaculately clean, spotless, and impeccably prepared, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The location is frequently praised as beautiful, peaceful, and ideal for exploring the area, with easy access to walks, a local pub, and attractions. Only one review mentions a minor issue with sleeping during a heatwave, but this does not detract from the overall positive sentiment.
Guests repeatedly mention the barn’s spaciousness, comfortable beds, airy feel, and cosy atmosphere. The property is described as warm and relaxing, with high-quality furnishings contributing to overall comfort.
The barn is described as extremely well-equipped, with a modern kitchen, efficient heating, and thoughtful amenities. Any minor maintenance issues were quickly addressed by the management team.
Many guests appreciated the welcome hamper and helpful hosts, noting these thoughtful touches enhanced their stay. However, as gifts such as hampers are not guaranteed, future guests should be aware that these may not always be provided.
About this property
Folley's Barn is located in the well-known village of Bledlow and is the perfect place for couples and families to explore all that the beautiful countryside of Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire has to offer. Famous for its Agatha Christie's Miss Marple, and for being the back drop for many Midsummer Murder Mysteries, the beautiful village of Bledlow is steeped in history and full of rural character and tradition.
This 19th century threshing barn has been lovingly restored and now offers guests spacious open-plan living in the iconic village of Bledlow.
Folley’s Barn offers classic country-style throughout, seamlessly blended with stunning modern twists, offering a tranquil and stylish place to relax and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The double-aspect floor to ceiling windows flood the barn with natural light and offer a wonderful homely feel.
Upon entering Folley's Barn, you are welcomed into the large, yet cosy, open-plan living space. The comfy sofas and armchairs that adorn the sitting area are the perfect place to relax – offering a comfortable seat for you to sit back with a book from the shelves, or watch your favourite movie together. The wooden dining table is central to the open-plan living space and offers comfortable seating up to six guests, making it the perfect place for those special family celebrations and holiday meals. The kitchen is well-equipped and boasts a central island where you can enjoy a morning cup of coffee whilst you plan the day ahead. French doors open out from the dining area to the wonderful terrace and mature garden.
Upstairs are two well-appointed bedrooms; the principle bedroom offers a cloud-like super-king size bed, whilst across the mezzanine landing the second bedroom boasts a double bed and is serviced by an en-suite shower room. The large family bathroom has a bath and separate walk-in shower.
The rear terrace is surrounded by pretty hedging and mature shrubs, ensuring total privacy whilst you relax on the garden furniture after a day exploring, or enjoy a morning coffee whilst listening to the sounds of the countryside enveloping Folley's Barn.
Famous as the location for Agatha Christie's Miss Marple, and for being the back drop for many Midsummer Murder Mysteries, the beautiful village of Bledlow is steeped in history and full of rural character and tradition. Set back from the quiet village road and through a private gated driveway, Folly's Barn is one of three individual properties at Manor Farm. With an 11th century church, pub, cricket club, and the Lyde gardens only a short walk away, you will truly be able to experience quintessential English village life, including use of the tennis court in the grounds of the Manor House during weekdays 9am-5pm (available on request; guests will need to provide their own racquets and tennis balls). Additionally guests of Folley's Barn can enjoy a weekday guided tour of the Bledlow Manor House gardens.
Additional Information:
Sorry, no pets.
Children and infants welcome. Travel cot and highchair available on request (please provide your own cot linen).
Please note, there is an internal balustrade overlooking the dining area.
The bedding is non-feather.
Use of the tennis court in the grounds of the Manor House during weekdays 9am-5pm (available on request and guests will need to provide their own racquets and tennis balls).
Nearby points of interest
- Waddesdon Manor
- Cliveden House
Reviews (25)
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Confirmed Guest
Modernized fully equipped accommodation with high quality furnishings, especially comfortable. Very high standard of cleanliness. Friendly accommodating staff that handled a couple of minor requests promptly. Welcome package of initial supplies complete and upmarket. Easy spacious parking with added gated security bonus. Good local pubs restaurants and food stores. Very enjoyable stay.
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Confirmed Guest
Very spacious holiday barn conversion with secluded courtyard in a beautiful quiet location. Very well appointed kitchen and comfortable beds. Lots of super walks from the barn or close by. Just a few niggly Housekeeping issues that were sorted out quickly by Rural Retreats.
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Confirmed Guest
A really gorgeous and beautifully converted barn in picturesque village. Very comfortable, lovely architecture, cosy and extremely well equipped. My sisters and I met up and had the most brilliant few days here and we loved everything about Folleys Barn, particularly the extremely efficient gas stove (disguised as a woodburning stove).