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Bishop's Barn, seals, seaside walks and The Broads National Park

Family-friendly holiday home in Great Yarmouth

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Dining
Living area
Dining
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Norfolk Broads
  • Place, Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens
  • Place, Great Yarmouth Beach
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

En-suite

Toilet · Shower only

Family bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bishop's Barn, seals, seaside walks and The 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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please be Covid-19 respectful. This is a no smoking, no vaping property

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Great Yarmouth

Located in Great Yarmouth, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens and Oasis Amusements are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Orton Farmers' Market and Wroxham Barns. Travelling with kids? Consider Lost World Adventure Golf and Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Great Yarmouth

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Broads - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Britannia Pier Theatre - 14 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Great Yarmouth Beach - 15 min drive - 15.1 km
  • University of East Anglia - 33 min drive - 42.8 km

Getting around

  • Acle Station - 12 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Hall, Caister On Sea - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Haven Caister-on-Sea Holiday Park - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Branford’s Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪V Lounge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪King's Head Inn - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bishop's Barn, seals, seaside walks and The Broads National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bishop's Barn, seals, seaside walks and The Broads National Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bishop's Barn, seals, seaside walks and The Broads National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Bishop's Barn, seals, seaside walks and The Broads National Park?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Bishop's Barn, seals, seaside walks and The Broads National Park located?

This family-friendly Great Yarmouth holiday 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 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ella-Louise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very wholesome and peaceful stay in the beautiful countryside! The property had everything we needed for a great week away.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

R S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and pleasant place to stay. Local ammeneties a drive away, but host kindly left milk and some treats for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property that had everything you could need. Lots of space and exceptionally clean. The host is next door and very accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kath B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spacious property with everything you need to have a perfect stay. It was lovely to meet Viv after prior contact with her. Her communication was second to none.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fantastic little find! Such a well equipped rental, feels like a real home from home. Super clean and super nice hosts. Thanks for a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely amazing!

Everything about this property is amazing. There is such thoughtful eye to detail that helped to make our stay perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Barn

Clean, spacious, well equipped and comfortable. Brilliant welcome pack, dietary requirements catered for. A fantastic stay with lots of cycling and plenty of,places to visit. I would thoroughly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable stay

Very comfortable stay in quiet location.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Property

Beautiful barn in a beautiful setting. Fully equipped with everything you could need and more! Very thoughtful welcome hamper with homemade bread! Would highly recommend and would stay again. The ping pong table was a hit with our children.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5-star stay

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

What a lovely area. Host was amazing and the attention to detail was brilliant. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Totally Perfect

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
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorna and Simon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend break

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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alizon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply to Best ...owner has covered everything!

On arrival found homemade sponge complete with candles for our birthday celebration. Home made bread. Goody box full of lovely surprises. Accommodation is faultless, owner has covered absolutely everything you could think you may need and more. The accommodation is to highest standard and immaculate to include cleanliness.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bishop’s Barn: A Perfect Family Getaway

My family and I recently had the pleasure of staying at Bishop’s Barn for a week. We absolutely loved our stay and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable family vacation. The barn is beautifully situated in a quiet, rural location. It is also close to a number of popular attractions, such as the Broads and the Norfolk Coast The barn itself is spacious and very well-equipped, with everything we needed for our stay. The bedrooms are very comfortable and the bathrooms are modern and clean. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you could need to cook and eat at home. We particularly enjoyed the living space, which is great for relaxing, eating and spending time together. The addition of toys and board games kept our little boy entertained throughout our stay. Also, the welcome pack from the host we found on arrival was very much appreciated!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C., Ipswich, England

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and beautiful property

Viv & Dave are top notch holiday hosts. Viv’s communication before our stay was brilliant, always replied in a timely fashion. On arrival the property was spotless and awaiting us on the table were loads of goodies. These included fizzy wine, baked goods, jams, honeys, beer, milk and more. The property is situated well with lots to do around it. In particular it is just down the road from Thrigby Hall, worth a visit. The village is extremely quiet with only the odd dog barking, chicken clucking or tractor in the field. The beds were super comfy and towels very soft. Viv & Dave even provided a cot, changing map, nappy bags, highchair and plenty of toys/games for the little one. Check out process was extremely easy too. Can’t rate the property enough. Amazing stay. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Norfolk Gem

The property was really spacious and "flowed" beautifully from the well appointed kitchen, through the dining area to the very roomy lounge/living area, and then on to the two bedrooms (one en suite) and family bath room. The design, cleanliness & finishes were all to an extremely high standard. There was also ample external space around the property with two patios from which to enjoy the setting sun. As an added bonus Viv had left an extremely generous welcome pack/hamper, which included, milk, coffee, a bottle of local apple juice, a bottle of beer, a half bottle of prosecco, crisps, fudge, mini pots of jam & honey & a home baked loaf. The village of Runham is extremely peaceful but there is a good choice of pubs and eateries within a 5 to 10 minute drive. Would we visit again? Most definitely.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in Bishop's Barn. The Barn itself has been renovated to a high standard and was extremely well equipped.It is in the perfect location for exploring the Norfolk Broads and surrounding areas such as Cromer, Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and Gorleston.The welcome hamper was amazing and we really enjoyed the homemade bread and cakes along with the prosecco and apple juice in addition to some everyday essentials.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for an excellent stay. Toys and books for baby, cakes and bread on arrival, and advice about things to do in the area were gratefully received.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed at many self catering locations, many are average but Bishops Barn is by far the best we have stayed in. We cannot recommend it highly enough. Attention to detail all the added extras make you feel so welcome.Keith and Diana
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Brilliant

We got there a little early, but wasn’t a problem Viv had baked us a lovely loaf of bread. There is a lovely outside space the kitchen with table & chairs, also a table tennis table all covered up also outside space of one bedroom, again where you can sit The lovely thing also is children’s books & games it is quite spot in a village, so not near the beach Other than that if you want a quiet spot perfect, sorry no pics taken & know shop near by
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection!

Such a beautiful property and gardens, in a lovely location. The host has been sooooo thoughtful in equipping the property and providing welcome treats. I cannot recommend highly enough - it's even good value for the price!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bishop's Barn

Lovely barn, very spacious and probably the cleanest place we have visited.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fantastic stay

We had a wonderful time staying at Bishop’s Barn, we hope to return in the future and would highly recommend it to anyone else. Viv is an excellent host - before arriving she sent us extremely helpful information that allowed us to plan our trip and the house was spotless and very well equipped. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

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