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

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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
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Great Yarmouth
  • Norfolk Broads
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Great Yarmouth Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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.

Property manager

Viv Bishop
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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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 - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Britannia Pier Theatre - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Great Yarmouth Beach - 13 min drive - 14.1 km
  • The Pleasure Beach - 14 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Hall Gym and Leisure Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Branford's Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Head - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪V Lounge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mash and Barrell - ‬8 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.

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

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

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

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

Jeremy H.

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

A perfect place to stay

We had a great time in this beautiful part of Norfolk. From stately homes to stock car racing, there's a lot to enjoy.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve m.

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

Steve Maggs

Brilliant! Brilliant! Brilliant!!!!Accommodation fantasticAttention to detail fantastic What was provided by the host…fantastic Best place we have stayed, host was very accommodating and went above and beyond to make our stay perfect…fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 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

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

Christine H.

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

Beautiful Property

We had a lovely relaxing time with our family, in beautiful accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

NEIL S.

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

Beautiful place and peaceful location

Very relaxing weekend 😌
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL F.

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

A wonderful barn and very thoughtful hosts

Immaculate. A really lovely place to stay. We hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra C.

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

Treasure

Our stay was so relaxing and peaceful and we dream of our next visit back. Viv, truly made us feel welcome, with providing much needed necessities for our arrival, with a delicious baked bread and butterfly cupcakes (could open up her own bakery), milk and a welcome gift basket. The property is superb and has everything you need and feels like home away from home. Thank you Viv, for making our stay enjoyable and memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria E.

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

Great stay

We had a wonderful stay, the barn is beautifully renovated and the welcome basket and cakes on arrival were a real treat. The toys and games were a real hit with our boys and the recommendations of things to do in the local area were spot on. We wouldn’t hesitate to book again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alessia R.

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

Great stay in tranquil village

Viv's property is an absolute jewel nestled in a peaceful village setting. The barn is airy and big, spotless and equipped with everything you need for a wonderful stay- Viv even left us a welcoming hamper full of treats, whcih we absolutely loved. Big bonus were the children books and games- we had a lot of fun!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

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

Outstanding stay

Clean, warm and lovely interior. Great communication with the owner and the property is fantastic inside and out. Stayed over New Year and the barn is in a great place to get out and about. Overall, we had a lovely relaxing weekend and would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Xmas break

Really nicely presented property, with quality modern amenities. Our host even provided a Christmas tree. We had a really enjoyable stay in a lovely part of the world.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Perfect Retreat

This barn conversion really has the Wow factor. Attention to detail by the hosts is evident as soon as you walk in the door. Briliant welcome pack, including home-made bread and cakes, fresh eggs, and flowers and lots more. Such a relaxing, quiet place, but so much to do and explore on the doorstep. Spotlessly clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Perfect In Every Way

From the moment we stepped through the door we felt at home. Absolutely beautiful, we loved everything about the barn. Two beautiful bedrooms and bathrooms, comfy sofas with all kitchen amenities you could want. We made great use of the table tennis tablefire pit. Lovely welcome basket containing loads of lovely goodies. One of the best places we have stayed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Lovely break

The place is lovely and the host seems to have thought of everything. Home made bread and cupcakes were a very nice touch. Location is great for getting to family-friendly attractions (e.g. Bewilderwood). Warm, comfy, finished to a high standard, excellent bathrooms. Our son enjoyed the box of Lego. Really can't fault it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole S., Plymouth, England

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

Fantastic property

We had a marvellous stay. Contact with the owner was excellent and the property was spotlessly clean. On arrival the welcome pack was one of the best we have ever received, particularly the homemade bread and cakes. The owners have managed to think of everything you could possibly need for a holiday and the location is in easy reach of many of the Norfolk highlights. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire JANAN M.

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

Amazing holiday let

The property was beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. The host left us a very generous welcome pack, homemade bread and cakes and gorgeous sunflowers. The kids enjoyed the games available at the property and we all enjoyed the odd game of table tennis! The Barn had everything we could need for a week away and the hosts left detailed information about Bishop’s Barn and the surrounding areas. We enjoyed boating on the broads (hired from Herbert Woods), beach days and Bewilderwood, all within half an hour from the Barn A great base to explore Norfolk and wonderful to come back to after a strenuous day at the beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 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

Mark K.

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

Lovely week

Have just returned from a lovely week at this property. The property itself was spotless, and the kids loved the games, lego and books that were available. The welcome basket, homemade bread and cakes were delicious! Location is ideal for popping down to the coast, and a number of family attractions closeby. We will return Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Just beautiful

The Church Barn is a beautiful renovation….spacious and well designed, the barn encourages you to relax and unwind. The Welcome Hamper is a delight and vey welcome.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 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

About the host

Hosted by Viv Bishop

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Languages:

English, French

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests