Far Barn

63 Customer Reviews

• "Far Barn is comfortable with lots of nice facilities and things for the kids to do."

  Things that could be better are the cleanliness - I get that it is dog friendly, but we found hairs everywhere, even in the bath, which was pretty off-putting. The second floor bedroom is a mezzanine with a really short bed that an average size male adult is too tall for. There is also no wall, so no barrier to the living / kitchen area downstairs.

  Reviewed by James2.8★Oct 2024

• "The property was very clean apart from cobwebs on the beams especially on the mezzanine, nothing that the long duster found in the shed couldn’t deal with though."

  Also buried in the shed was a Henry vacuum cleaner but without a floor attachment and tube. As conscientious dog owners we wanted to clean up hair and debris a couple of times during the stay. The upstairs mattress was very comfortable but the downstairs ones were less so. The larger sofa was quite saggy and low making it trickier for older guests, and far too many cushions everywhere that required dumping on the spare bunk! Otherwise all was lovely. We found neither of the fire lighters worked and no matches to be found so we went without the fire on the first evening. Luckily we do carry a dog guard when we travel but it may be useful to mention one may be needed to prevent them getting upstairs. On the whole a lovely place to stay, so easy for so many beaches and a very secure garden.

  Reviewed by Anne4.1★Oct 2024

• "Very comfortable and a great location, we had a wonderful stay and hope to return."

  Reviewed by Laura5.0★Aug 2024

• "Great place in fab location."

  Well appointed and stocked with everything you need to cook if you wanted to. Garden is a great sun trap and glad there was a BBQ to make the most of the outdoors. Only small draw back was the extension lead with lots of wires would have been a hazard for small children but as we didn’t have any with us it was not a problem

  Reviewed by Beth4.7★Aug 2024

• "This is the second time we have stayed at Far Barn, previous visit was 3 years ago."

  This is the main reason we decided to book again. It’s a beautiful place, very cosy & comfy, light & airy & has everything you need for a happy holiday. It was cleaner than last time, which was a bonus, as we did have a few issues with the cleanliness after Covid. Pleased to see that they have sorted that problem out. It’s a lovely part of the country to visit, plenty to do & the dogs love the barn & the garden. The neighbours are very friendly & helpful, one of them even gave us some duck food, as none had been left this time. We all adore feeding the ducks, that’s one of the attractions for us, they even eat out of your hand, it’s really fun & the dogs love watching their hilarious antics. The beds are very comfy, the weather was a bit cold so we had to put the heating on, but it soon warmed up. Our daughter & her husband stayed for the weekend as well & were taken up in the magic of this converted barn. We usually rent a detached property so we don't have any noise from the neighbours, this is attached at one side to a very lovely couple & because the wall between the property is so thick, you don’t hear a thing. Would recommend this to anyone & everyone, if you want a holiday home that’s safe for the children & as in our case the dogs, then this is the place for you, you’ll love it. Very happy customer, Thank you. We will be back!!

  Reviewed by Tracy5.0★Jul 2024

• "Such a beautiful cottage in an idyllic setting."

  The cottage had everything we needed with extra perks, such as a lovely welcome pack, starter pack of sachets of tea, coffee, dishwasher tablet, washing up sponges, tea towels. I had brought my own but it was a nice touch. Hairdryer, logs and kindling for the log burner and even food for the ducks! We restored the wood and duck food for the next guests. The cottage is about 15 minutes drive from Wells and it was ideal for dog walking. We’d get in the car, park up and have the most beautiful walks on the beach. We did this every morning and then come ‘home’ for coffee and plan our day. Sandringham is only 20 minutes drive and is such a beautiful estate. Again, dog friendly walks. Even the restaurant will accept dogs. For us it was about unwinding and relaxing. We would go out each morning, maybe have a spot of lunch out and then come back mid to late afternoon, put some logs on the wood burner, play a few games and watch a film. Order a takeaway or rustle up something and unwind. Just beautiful. We would definitely return. Thank you so much the the use of this beautiful cottage

  Reviewed by Claire5.0★Mar 2024

• "We had a lovely stay at Far Barn."

  It was immaculately presented and clean. Lovely provision of toys and games for children and an excellent tv. We will be staying again.

  Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Feb 2024

• "The welcoming packs were very much appreciated and the barn had everything that we required."

  The central heating was efficient and we found no need to light the wood burner.The garden was perfect for the dogs. It’s is a great location to visit many places within the area. However, it was very disappointing to find a pile of dirty clothes behind the toy box in the bedroom my grandson was sleeping in. Also in this bedroom the light shade is completely perished and hanging off the rim, it has been glued once already on another part of it. We were unable to use the dishwasher as it is covered in limescale and it requires a good clean and replenished with salt and rinse aid. As a result of this we had to wash all crockery and cutlery before use. As a general point the cleaning could be a higher standard. We cleaned before we left. Had this not occurred we would have rated higher as it’s a lovely barn.

  Reviewed by Kim3.1★Nov 2023

• "A lovely cosy barn conversion."

  Good location to be able to drive to all the local attractions, beaches and towns.

  Reviewed by Laura5.0★Oct 2023

• "Extremely comfortable property with a very high level of amenities, especially the little touches such as a comprehensive toy box for children."

  The property itself was furnished to a very high standard and the listing was accurate. We have stayed in several Sykes properties and this has to be the best yet. The highlight for our grand children had to be the pond outside the kitchen window with the huge array of wildfowl that needed feeding each day.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Aug 2023

• "Really lovely property in a quiet location."

  My children (5 and 2) loved watching the ducks and bunnies every morning- this was a definite highlight of the stay. Unfortunately there was no duck feed left in the tin to be able to feed the ducks- as suggested in the notes left. Really cosy and comfy place to stay- we really enjoyed. Lovely walk in shower, comfy beds, space around the table for all 6 of us and my 5 year old loved sleeping on the top bunk. Added bonus of games, toys and books for children to use. Would suggest taking own towels for anyone going soon- towels are quite small and some have marks/are a bit shabby. The owners could do with investing in some new towels if they want to continue to provide them- or ask guests to bring own. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would go back.

  Reviewed by Kim4.4★Aug 2023

• "What can I say about Far Barn."

  ....upon entering the driveway we were greeted by a well maintained group of barn conversions and cottages which surround a beautiful pond full of comical ducks! Far Barn welcomed us with a delightfully enclosed garden (perfect for our dog). Once we stepped inside we we greeted with a lovely welcome pack. The Barn itself is converted to a high standard and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The beds are comfortable, although we would have preferred a king size bed. Unfortunately, the playstation does not work which was disappointing for our boys. The shower is good and there was enough hot water for all 4 of to shower. We did not use the bath, so cannot comment on that. The kitchen is well equipped, with a large fridge freezer and washing machine. The farm shop across the main road is excellent, we can also recommended the Aviator pub which is a 10 minute walk away. There is not much else within walking distance but if you're happy to drive there are lots of beaches and villages to explore that are only a short drive away. All in all we would recommended this property.

  Reviewed by Ben4.7★Jul 2023

• "Nice barn in a quiet location not far from the north Norfolk coast."

  Nice living / dining / kitchen area, bedrooms are nice (although the beds are a bit 'lumpy'). Big bathroom. It has everything you need.

  Reviewed by Sav4.7★Jul 2023

• "Lovely cottage."

  Welcome pack great. All rhe amenities we could want for a comfortable 2 week stay. Loved feeding the ducks each day.

  Reviewed by Caroline5.0★Jun 2023

• "We had a great time, arrived in snow, lovely warm cottage, great welcome pack, ..."

  We had a great time, arrived in snow, lovely warm cottage, great welcome pack, great location, great walks, tranquil, quiet, a really relaxing time, Well equiped cottage, a greaat central base, pub in walking distance, can not fault it, we will be booking again

  Reviewed by Graham5.0★Mar 2023

• "Very nice stay, like home from home."

  Host was very thoughtful with the welcome packs and stocked wood for the fire. Bedrooms where lovely and the bed we slept in downstairs was very comfy. Kids bedroom was very nice my granddaughters loved the bunk beds and well stocked with play ideas for them. PlayStation was a bonus for my adult daughter and son in law they where in there element playing CoD

  Reviewed by Christopher5.0★Feb 2023

• "Really enjoyed our stay."

  We had our granddaughter with us who is 1 1/2 years old & she loved seeing the ducks every morning when we opened the blinds.

  Reviewed by Diane5.0★Feb 2023

• "A beautiful little cottage."

  Immaculately clean and with everything you could possibly need. The log burner was wonderful. We stayed here to attend the Thursford Christmas Spectacular, which was equally amazing and I would also highly recommend. We arrived to a nice surprise of some biscuits, crisps and a bottle of wine, which was a lovely touch. Morrisons is just around the corner, which is very handy. Three small things to note: - the decking does get very slippery (I’m pretty sure I did read this warning somewhere). But even whilst being careful, my little boy slipped over. No harm done, but just be careful. - It was quite difficult navigating the range cooker as most of the labelling on the dials has worn off, so it was difficult to establish what temperature and settings the oven was on. - Just be mindful the Master bedroom is on a mezzanine level above the kitchen. Whilst there are privacy screens, whoever is sleeping in the Master will likely need to be the last to go to sleep and the first to wake up. All in all, a great little place and we will definitely return!

  Reviewed by James5.0★Nov 2022

• "This was one of the best cottages I have stayed at in Norfolk and I have stayed at quite a few."

  Reviewed by Malcolm5.0★Oct 2022

• "Beautiful spot."

  Wonderful stylish and quirky barn restoration. Very dog friendly. Well equipped house, particularly the kitchen. The only gripe was broken shower thermostat, so no ability to alter water temperature from hot. Look forward to returning to Far Barn.

  Reviewed by MARK4.7★Jun 2022

• "Lovely surroundings the cottage itself was clean and spacious."

  Nice to sit outside and not overlooked. The cottage was well equipped.

  Reviewed by Robert5.0★May 2022

• "This was an amazing place,so relaxing and very well situated."

  We had an issue with the water but everyone was so helpful and it was out of everyone’s hands but Anglian water soon sorted it. The owner was very good at keeping us informed. Would definitely stay here again it had everything we wanted and more.

  Reviewed by Karen5.0★May 2022

• "We enjoyed staying in Far Barn and we had a good break."

  It was very cozy and well equipped and we felt comfortable straight away. So happy I could bring my dog, she was as good as gold and had a fabulous time on her first ever holiday, she particularly liked watching the ducks and ducklings from the window. The garden was an excellent space. I have holidayed in the UK for the last 25 years staying in holiday cottages so I have a lot to compare it with! Apart from a few very tiny niggles, I am happy to say it was excellent and would definitely recommend, Norfolk is beautiful. Thank you :)

  Reviewed by Alison4.4★Apr 2022

• "Thank you so much for housing my family especially for the 2 extra nights."

  I ended up having the baby 4 weeks early on the Wednesday very early morning! But when we arrived at the property I said to my husband this is the most relaxed I’ve been in weeks… obviously I got a bit too relaxed

  Reviewed by Georgie5.0★Apr 2022

• "Having read a previously bad report , we embarked on our holiday with apprehension equipped with rubber gloves and cleaner , expecting little of Far Barn."

  How delighted we were on our arrival to find a property surpassed our expectations. It was spotlessly clean and well maintained, it ticked all our boxes. Tea, coffer etc to put you on while you unpack, plenty of draw space. An abundance of games for children. Wifi can be a bit hit and miss but not a big problem. What you see on the booking site is what you get and more. Far barn is well placed for sightseeing in every direction. Well placed for supermarkets and petrol . We didn’t realise Sandringham issues a limited amount of tickets and has to be booked well in advance. Having said that we had a lovely lunch at Sandringham restaurant on the estate, not overpriced like the gift shop. Check out the Aviator for excellent food and delightful decor, on the doorstep. We call at Sculthorp Mill but found it too expensive to eat on a normal Monday. Pensthorp Natural park and tea room is a delight like a secret garden. Fakenham garden Center as a nice tearoom and good food. I would eagerly recommend Far Barn, it helped to make a memorable experience and a great holiday.

  Reviewed by Cynthia5.0★Mar 2022

• "Beautiful location ."

  Dog safe garden, loved the ducks and bunnies , nice welcome pack and the dog was included as well , thank you , barn was stunning , everything you would need , really good quality appliances , the oven temperatures have been washed off the oven , sufficient cutlery and cooking equipment as well. We really enjoyed our stay and will be back again for sure .

  Reviewed by Michelle4.7★Mar 2022

• "The cottage was disappointing and the owners attitude to cleanliness poor."

  I had to clean the fridge before putting in any shopping. The making of the beds was slipshod and simple things like doing up the buttons on the duvert cover not done. The open bath/toilet arrangement on the mezzanine bedroom had no effective ventilation so smells and steam stayed in the eaves and wafted down to the ground floor. The main bed on the ground floor was very uncomfortable and bits of the bedstead where missing. The kitchen area was not particularly clean and we refrained from using the oven. The owner did not respect our privacy and contractors were booked to be on site for 2 days without our knowledge - seeing someone in the garden at 8.30am is very surprising to say the least. They left when challenged. We wont be going back.

  In regards to the feedback left following your stay at Far Barn we feel a response is necessary. We made you aware of the storm damage to the fence before your stay, and offered to provide a full refund if you decided you did not want to continue with the holiday. At this point we communicated that this would be fixed during your stay. We were not made aware of any cleanliness issues whilst you were at Far Barn, if we had have been told there were issues we would have acted on these immediately. As you can see from our recent feedback cleanliness has not been an issue and we have received top scores for cleanliness from the last few reviews. There have also been no other complaints regarding the comfort of the beds, and feel this is a personal issue, we will of course monitor future feedback relating to this. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Philippa1.6★Feb 2022

• "Great place - this was our second trip and we have booked another stay for later in the year"

  Reviewed by Tim4.4★Dec 2021

• "Two adults and two teenagers spent 3 nights here at the end of December 2021."

  To sum it up we had the BEST time. The property was absolutely stunning. Everything was spot on from the decor, cleanliness, location, facilities and the welcome pack on arrival along with a Christmas tree was such a lovely gesture. The location was fantastic. We saw the Thursford light show, went to Wells and the beach there, Norwich Cathedral was stunning and we had a few movie and game nights. Feeding the ducks made us smile. They were so funny. We may have fed them once out of the window before we read the whole sign.

  Reviewed by Brian5.0★Dec 2021

• "The bed on the mezzanine floor is immediately adjacent to the toilet with no separation apart from a small half screen which needs to be moved to get into bed- Not an ideal arrangement!"

  Reviewed by Susan4.7★Dec 2021

• "Far Barn is a well equipped accommodation, having everything we needed for the holiday"

  Reviewed by Stephen5.0★Oct 2021

• "We stayed at this lovely barn over the October half term."

  Great location, felt very central to all that we wanted to visit. The barn itself is lovely, very cosy with the fire going but if that’s too much effort the radiators are very efficient. The furniture and fittings all good quality. The only thing that let this property down was the cleanliness. We had to clean from top to bottom, , kitchen bathroom and bedrooms. I fully understand that the ceilings are extremely high and difficult to reach so I will let those cobwebs pass, but hanging from the pictures on the walls, easily reached. The fridge and cutlery drawers we full of marks and bits of food. Stained bedsheets, not acceptable. We left the barn cleaner than we arrived. That said, I would stay again, for the location. Sculthorpe is a lovely village the the pub was served us some lovely food.

  Reviewed by Barry4.1★Oct 2021

• "We had a lovely time in a well appointed converted barn in a quiet backwater of Norfolk."

  Reviewed by Jean4.1★Sep 2021

• "Very enjoyable stay at Far Barn, lovely barn and garden."

  We found the upstairs bedroom very dark and chose to use the downstairs double. The disappointment was the bed. We are used to a queen bed with a firm mattress and we use a summer light weight duvet. The mattress was soft, the pillows and duvet were lumpy and very heavy so we id not sleep very well at all. This did not spoil our holiday but made us think about taking our own beddding in future!

  Reviewed by Lesley4.7★Sep 2021

• "Far Barn is a great place to stay."

  Its tranquil and secluded surroundings/ location make it ideal for a peaceful and restful break. We thought the property was lovely and have booked to stay there again.

  Reviewed by Tim5.0★Jul 2021

• "Just think you should be aware if weather not good and especially at Christmas there would not be enough comfortable seating for six people the two settees do not seat six ,we had lovely weather so was not inside other than that it was a really lovely barn and would recommend it ."

  The Panton Family

  Reviewed by Edna4.7★Jul 2021

• "We had a wonderful holiday."

  The cottage was amazing with all appliances top end spec. Situated in a tranquil area it was lovely feeding the ducks daily and then going on outings. Norwich was in particular a surprise. We loved it. Would highly recommend staying in this cottage.

  Reviewed by Yvonne5.0★Jul 2021

• "This is a beautiful barn conversion, very tastefully done to a high standard."

  It’s a very spacious, well thought out conversion with some nice little touches to make it feel like home. Certain pieces of furniture are looking a bit ‘tired’, probably only to be expected when you have so many different guests staying. For example the dining chair coverings have all been chewed by a dog I presume?? However, the cleanliness is certainly not up to standard. It isn’t even the standard you would expect pre COVID, let alone now when it is meant to be super clean!! The oven was filthy, the freezer was dirty, there was dust & muck everywhere, under all the units, behind the TV, even old dog treats covered in hair under the unit in the bunk bedroom. The beams in the room haven’t been cleaned for months, not just weeks, the dust up there glistens like silver it’s so thick. This property should have been deep cleaned before anyone was even allowed to stay. I left a note for the cleaner & have taken photos for proof. Beautiful place to stay, great fun feeding the ducks every day & watching the rabbits playing outside. The garden is completely enclosed so is safe for children or dogs.

  Reviewed by Tracy4.1★Jun 2021

• "Lovely cottage in a beautiful setting ."

  Unfortunately the shower kept flooding the bathroom floor . I contacted the owners who said they would fix this problem .

  Reviewed by Diane4.4★Jun 2021

• "Loved Far Barn."

  A light and spacious property with lovely views of the duck pond. We loved feeding the ducks & ducklings every day. It is very well placed for all the North Norfolk beaches too.

  Reviewed by Sharon5.0★May 2021

• "The barn is beautiful, with a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere."

  The garden is a quiet sunny and private haven, very safe for young children and dogs. There are lots of toys and activities for children, both in the house and for the beach. The position is excellent, away from town but very close for facilities and drives to the gorgeous coastal and country villages.

  Reviewed by Anne5.0★May 2021

• "Far Barn is tranquil and beautiful in a perfect location."

  Reviewed by Kenneth5.0★Apr 2021

• "Lovely holiday rental."

  Comfortable and charming. Especially for the children. We have three aged 10, 8 and 8 and they just loved this place. The beautiful bunk bed room with toys and books, but most of all feeding the ducks from the window. There were hoards or fresh little ducklings when we were there. Throngs of tiny birds coming to the window and in the evening lots of baby bunnies. They thought it was magical. We would love to come again for a norfolk weekend. The place needs a few new pans for the kitchen as the ones there are not flat on the bottom and aren’t very usable on the hob. Apart from that 10/10 stay. Thank you

  Reviewed by Tamsin5.0★Apr 2021

• "Far barns location was lovely with the duck pond & all the ducklings."

  I looked forward to feeding them each day. The location was also central to where we wanted to visit. Far barn was comfortable but needed a little tlc in places.

  Reviewed by Gill3.1★Apr 2021

• "It was a lovely place with everything we needed ."

  Reviewed by Helen Jane3.8★Apr 2021

• "Has everything you need , the owners are extremely thoughtful (thankyou so much for the welcome hamper x) perfect place to stay with so many things to enjoy in the area !"

  ! Would recommend 100%

  Reviewed by Louise5.0★Sep 2020

• "The converted barn was clean and mainly well appointed."

  To make it even better the following things could be added: somewhere to hang clothes in the upstairs sleeping section; a washing line of some sort in the garden; access to a vacuum cleaner; somewhere to store non refrigerated food.

  Reviewed by Mark3.4★Jul 2020

• "Loved the cottage."

  Appreciated the welcoming bottle of wine . The children very much enjoyed the toys a d games which were good for a range of ages as were the books.

  Reviewed by Janet4.4★Jul 2020

• "This place is a little gem, we loved it."

  The duck pond really made our week , with some really funny characters. The place is filled with quality furnishings and everything you need. Easy access to shops, beaches we had some great days out with a maximum of 40 mins drive

  Reviewed by Denise4.7★Jul 2020

• "This barn is superbly decorated, is comfortable and homely."

  We really enjoyed its rural location- out of season there was plenty to do. Dogs and people alike- we loved staying here! Thank you

  Reviewed by Tracey4.7★Mar 2020

• "Perfect"

  Reviewed by Daniel5.0★Feb 2020

• "Beautiful cottage, very clean and has everything you could need."

  Lots to do near by. Will book again.

  Reviewed by Oliver5.0★Feb 2020

• "Far Barn is an absolute delight to stay in, really spacious living/kitchen area overlooking a lovely duckpond ."

  .. great log burner, nice roomy bedrooms absolutely everything we could’ve wanted for our winter break and the dog loved it too !

  Reviewed by Silva5.0★Dec 2019

• "Had a wonderful family weekend ."

  Far barn was lovely met all our expectations . A few lightbulbs missing . Would totally recommend to family and friends and will defo be back . Thankyou x

  Reviewed by Michelle5.0★Dec 2019

• "Cottage is pretty but impractical, cupboards already full so only place to put food was under the sink, master bedroom, no where to hang clothing, bath too big to bother filling, so having to use shower downstairs to go back up, to then have no where to dry towels, poor lighting and mirrors so again back downstairs to complete hair and makeup, no power socket upstairs."

  Main light lightbulb no kitchen, the same in kitchen, was able to write hello in dust upstairs and full of cobwebs. Could be a good cottage with tweaks and attention to detail but currently overpriced and not value for money

  Reviewed by Hayleigh3.1★Nov 2019

• "We were soooo pleased with the wonderful layout of this very lovely cottage."

  Everything you would need was found in this cottage, great. Would rent again if in or near this area in Norfolk.

  Reviewed by Maureen5.0★Nov 2019

• "Excellent holiday cottage in a superb location."

  Comfortable, warm and equipped with all that you could possibly need. Will return.

  Reviewed by Linda5.0★Oct 2019

• "The cottage was brilliant - precisely as described on the website."

  It is well-situated for a range of coastal towns and resorts, and Norwich is readily accessible. The owners clearly taken great care to ensure that guests have plenty of information about the local area, and to make available a wide range of facilities for outdoor and indoor pursuits. The welcome pack on arrival - including providing a pint of fresh milk in the fridge as well as doggie treats - was a really thoughtful touch. Our two Dalmatians, Max and Paddy, had a great time as well - especially enjoying the huge field at the rear of the property and the enclosed garden area.

  Reviewed by Geoffrey5.0★Sep 2019

• "Far barn was an amazing place to stay, it was stunning!"

  Everything was just perfect. The owners had thought of everything to make our stay comfortable, the décor was superb and well thought out with lots of interesting architecture and old beams to look at and admire. The kitchen was well equipped as were all the splendid rooms. The pond just outside was very pretty with lots of ducks swimming in it, there was even a container of bird food to feed them from the window which was fun. We loved our time staying at Far Barn and we would definitely recommend it. Thank you so much! Kind regards, The Hester's

  Reviewed by Carol5.0★Sep 2019

• "Unfortunately we were issued the wrong key code so could not get in,however a phone call and a helpful neighbour rectified this."

  Once in we thought the property lovely and really enjoyed our short break Perhaps replace chipped crockery and some new pillows would help. Otherwise great.

  Reviewed by Joanna5.0★Sep 2019

• "We stayed at Far barn (4 adults and 1 infant) for a long weekend and it was absolutely beautiful."

  The barn was stunning and very well equipped with everything we needed. There was a lovely little welcome package on arrival which was a very sweet touch. We will definitely be visiting again!!!!!

  Reviewed by Tracey5.0★Sep 2019

• "Everything was fantastic and the facilities were amazing."

  Nothing had been missed, even down to beach equipment being provided. We will definitely return. The only negative was when we arrived at the property, the code that we had been given to get the key didnt work - we tried for ages, and so we had to call the owner who told us that the code had been changed. It was fine, but I wouldnt have been happy if it was raining as we would have got soaked.

  Reviewed by Claire5.0★Aug 2019

• "Lovely cottage which was very well equipped ad comfortable."

  Having the ducks to feed was a great thing for the kids. Location was in a great place but unfortunately nothing really within walking distance. Lovely pub a short drive away and Wells was very easy to get to. Would definitely go back

  Reviewed by Andrew4.4★Aug 2019

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