Hindringham Barn
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Overview
Interior designers and landscape gardeners have certainly waved their magic wands over this magnificent barn conversion! With six exceptional bedrooms, twelve guests will be walking into the pages of an interior design magazine. Hindringham Barn, dating from the 15th century, has been lovingly restored and now offers lavish, stunning, very social accommodation. Natural materials, local to Norfolk, such as brick and flint and brilliantly crafted antique beams have been sensitively paired with high-end contemporary wonder. Every single room is the picture of style and grace with vibrant art decorating the vast walls. With wondrous lofty opulence, the historic carcass of the main living space has had architects in their element blending ancient charm with modern, sumptuous living. It is truly inspired.
Hindringham Barn enjoys a spectacular rural position close to the delightful village of Hindringham, just a 15 minute drive from the celebrated town of Wells-next-the-Sea and very close to the ever popular Blakeney with its wonderful harbour and seal trips.
It is hard to imagine that this lavish, cavernous, cathedral-like gem was once used for nothing more than storage for the farm. Its exposed vaulted ceiling, brick and flint walls and timber beams feel effortlessly luxurious and the huge contemporary windows and doors drench the space with natural light. Sumptuous sofas are perfectly placed to enjoy the fabulous garden views. Extravagant fabric artworks break up the exposed walls. Dinner can be served on the fabulous central dining table or the alternative table, close to the kitchen. Perhaps breakfast at one and dinner at the other? After dinner, you may enjoy an evening of merriment striking up songs around the grand piano.
Down a few steps, you will find the amazing, contemporary kitchen which features outstanding appliances, a beautiful central island, a feature painted flint wall and atmospheric beams. Again, this striking area is illuminated through the contemporary floor-to-ceiling windows and doors. This kitchen is truly dreamy for your chefs. It offers another massive dining table which seats your whole group.
The six bedrooms and four bathrooms offer an achingly luxurious feel. Three bedrooms boast double beds, one a king-size bed and two bedrooms offer twin beds. Two delightful bedrooms boast en-suite shower rooms plus there is an outstanding family bathroom and a ‘Jack and Jill’ bathroom with a gorgeous freestanding bath. Whichever heavenly space you end up with, you will sleep like kings. Exposed flint walls, vaulted ceilings and dreamy beams all feature throughout the bedrooms and bathrooms.
The grounds are equally impressive with colourful, pretty gardens planted with nasturtiums and lavender. There are seasonal fruits and vegetables, all waiting for you to pick them for dinner. Entertainment comes in the form of boules, croquet and table tennis. Alfresco dining can be enjoyed in several spots, you are spoilt for choice. Pre-dinner drinks can be taken on the deluxe lounge furniture surrounded by pretty planted boxes and with a firepit on hand for chilly evenings. Be prepared not to want to leave this very special holiday home!
What you should know…
- You are welcome to bring two dogs to Hindringham Barn for a small additional charge
- There is so much to do and see on the North Norfolk coast but one special trip is to check the tides and take a little ferry boat from the jetty at Burnham Overy Staith out to Scolt Head Island National Nature Reserve. When the tide has changed you can walk back, much to the joy of children who may get a little wet and muddy!
Property Features
Ground Floor
- Open-plan living & dining area
- Fully-equipped kitchen
- Cloakroom
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bedroom with twin single beds
- Family bathroom
First Floor
- Bedroom with double bed and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with double bed and en-suite bathroom
Second Floor
- Bedroom with king-size bed and access to Jack & Jill shared bathroom
- Bedroom with twin single bed and access to Jack & Jill shared bathroom
Exterior Grounds
- Terrace
- Dining facilities
- Barbecue
- Large lawns
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Hairdryers
- Washing machine & dryer
- Dishwasher
- Travel cot & highchair available on request (please bring your own cot linen)
- Parking
Location
About the surrounding area of Hindringham BarnHindringham Barn enjoys a fabulous rural location, 6 miles from the wonderful Wells-next-the-Sea. Hindringham itself is a picturesque delight. Hindringham Hall neighbours Hindringham Barn. It is a delicious little moated manor house straight from a story book. It boasts a medieval moat dating from 1150 and delightful fishponds, a working walled vegetable garden, formal and informal borders, all wrapped around a brick and flint Tudor Hall. The stunning gardens are a water encircled wonder and are open to visitors twice a week, on Wednesday and Sundays, between April and October. It is a lovely afternoon out. You can take a guided tour, take tea in the charming cafe beside the moat, smell the roses, watch the black swans, listen to the birdsong and you can even hire the tennis court. The Guardian has described the gardens as being ‘Amongst 12 of the Best Secret Gardens in the UK’. The beautiful house was built by Martin Hastings, a courtier to Henry Fitzroy, the illegitimate son of Henry VIII.
Six miles away you will find the gorgeous seaside town of Wells-next-the-Sea. It boasts a family friendly feel with novelty shops, lots of fish and chips which can be eaten on the great quay wall, a fabulous sandy beach and fragrant pine woods. The pretty, painted beach huts that line the beach in front of the pine wood are wonderful. The mammoth sandy beach sprinkled, with dunes and grasses, leads you all the way to Holkham. Wells’ lovely leafy green ‘The Buttlands’ is home to several gastropubs. You can take the Wells to Walsingham Light Railway for an afternoon excursion.
Holkham’s beach is totally unspoilt with a glorious semi-circle basin filling to form a spectacular shallow lagoon at high tides. The beach is famous for the closing scene in Gwyneth Paltrow’s ‘Shakespeare in Love’. The 25000 acre Holkham Estate is rich in history, architecture and wildlife. Holkham Hall is the seat of the Earl of Leicester, an 18th century mansion still lived-in as well as open to visitors. There are 6 acres of walled garden, walking and cycling paths, lakes, deer, a tree top high ropes course with its swings, bridges and ziplines, rowing boats, canoes and kayaks on the lake and a woodland play area.
The famous, picturesque village of Blakeney offers a pretty harbour, unique shops including fishmongers, butchers and galleries, gastropubs and its amazing landscape of marshes, sand hills and mud banks. Within this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Blakeney National Nature Reserve offers uninterrupted views of the coastline and you are very likely to spot migratory birds as well as the seals at Blakeney Point. You should try one of the fresh crab sandwiches from the mobile van in the car park at the harbour. They are delicious! Trips can be taken from Blakeney and Morston Quay to visit the seal colonies. The pups are born during November to early January with over 2000 seal pups being born each year. It is a wonderful family outing.
A few miles away is the enchanting village of Cley-next-the-Sea which boasts fabulous vistas across the marshes, an outstanding deli, several art and pottery galleries and a smoked fish shop. The marshland was used for horse races up to the early 19th century as well as being a regular haunt for smugglers. The area is excellent for birdwatching so look out for ringed plovers, oystercatchers, brent geese and common teal.
The Georgian market town of Holt is home to some excellent art galleries, antique and book shops, butchers, greengrocers, delicious eateries and a maze of 18th century Georgian buildings hiding in wonderful courtyards and alleyways.
Also worth a visit is the fascinating village of Walsingham, famous for its religious shrines in honour of the Virgin Mary. It contains the ruins of two medieval monastic houses including the abbey which looks spectacular when the snowdrops are out.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Town/City |
Fakenham
(13km) |
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| Nearest Town |
Holt
(12.2km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Victorious Bistro, Walsingham
(6.6km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Budgens of Holt
(11.9km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Fakenham Golf Club
(14.5km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Wells-next-the-Sea
(12.8km) |
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Region
Found in the East of England, Norfolk’s charms are as broad as the famous network of rivers that run through it. With an abundance of natural beauty and wildlife, this is one county where you can really kick back and enjoy some quintessential English countryside.
But it’s not just a rural idyll – there’s loads of stuff to see and do, which we’ve all put together in our handy Norfolk travel guide. And don’t forget, if you need a place to stay our luxury cottages in Norfolk offer everything you need for an amazing family holiday.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesWith many incredible Norfolk beaches close by, not to mention the stunning big skies, children will enjoy plenty of sandcastle building, swimming and splashing when staying at Hindringham Barn. Wells-next-the-Sea and Holkham beaches are incredible with huge expanses of sand and gorgeous dunes.
Holkham Hall is a coastal treasure opposite the beach car park. There are local deer on the wildlife trails, a Holkham Stories exhibition where children can learn about farming and other local interests plus a fantastic Woodland Adventure Play Park. This boasts a tree house, high level walkways and a zipwire through the trees. There are also fabulous water activities on the lake.
At Blakeney and Wells, children can spend hours crabbing off the harbour walls. A popular excursion is a seal watching trip from Morston out to Blakeney Point. Passengers are taken to the basking ground of Blakeney’s resident seal colony. Get your cameras ready!
Pensthorpe Natural Park is a 700 acre park packed full of wildlife and family fun. It is the former home of BBC Springwatch. Children can head off on a trail or a walk, take part in wildlife inspired challenges or discover the four gorgeous gardens. Little ones adore exploring the WildRootz outdoor adventure playground or the indoor Hootz House. Older children love the off-road Land Rover Pensthorpe Explorer adventures.
The Thursford Collection is a popular attraction where children can experience the sights, sounds and sensations of the golden age of steam. They can climb on board and enjoy all the fun of the fairground on traditional carousels and gondolas and delight in the unique sounds of the Robert Wolfe show on the the mighty Wurlitzer. There is an annual Christmas Spectacular with mechanical organs and fairground carousels and a cast of over 130 performers.
Sheringham’s attractions include Sheringham Park, the beach and a trip on the Poppy Line, Sheringham’s steam railway. Harry Potter fans will find the locomotive evoking images of Hogwarts Express. Sheringham’s Little Theatre entertains the audience with plays, music and films. The Muckleburgh Military Collection is a wonderful day out for all the family.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Fishing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Onsite Facilities
- Tennis Court
- Fenced Grounds
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | No security deposit is required for booking this property |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | No security deposit is required for booking this property |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Internet access? | Yes, Wi-Fi is included in the rental price |
| Changeover day | Friday |
| Minimum stay | Please note that there is a 7-night minimum stay across peak dates |
| Pets welcome? | A maximum of 2 well-behaved dogs are allowed on request for an additional charge of £50 per dog, per stay. Please clean up after your dogs and ensure they stay off furnishings. |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking |
| Other Ts and Cs | No stag/hen do's or parties permitted. |
Rental Rates
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Hindringham Barn
One problem with a toilet which was sorted immediately. Can’t ask for more.
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Stunning Barn
We stayed at Hindringham Barn for 60th and 40th family weekend celebration. We were blown away by the size and beautiful accommodation it was equipped with everything we needed.
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