The Old Barn

58 Customer Reviews

• "We had a lovely family stay here."

  While not spotless, because it’s clearly a barn atmosphere and had high up cobwebs for example, it was plenty clean enough for us where it matters i.e. kitchen, bathroom and bedding etc. Well located for lovely spots to explore.

  Reviewed by Valerie4.1★Oct 2024

• "We had a lovely long weekend break with family."

  The property was clean and tidy. We noticed a few cobwebs in the higher ceiling space, but it's a barn, so that's expected! There was a good selection of DVDs to use, however, the batteries in the DVD player controller needed changing. And the tin opener didn't work at all. We explored many lovely walks in the area, but the immediate access to the public footpath off the busy main road was a bit hairy, especially with 2 dogs (a 2-minute walk to the footpath.) We also tried the main field mentioned in the welcome book pack, but the gate was stiff/blocked from opening easily. But overall the barn was lovely and warm!

  Reviewed by Laura4.1★Oct 2024

• "The building itself is lovely but upon arrival there was no welcome pack, most of the properties we have stayed in previously have at least had the basics of tea, coffee and milk."

  We arrived late and didn't have time to do a shop so this was a little bit disappointing. The kitchen equipment all felt like it needed a good wash before using and one of the cupboards had cobwebs in! There were a couple of baking trays that should have been thrown out years ago from the looks of things. The outside light at the back didn't work. The sofas were quite uncomfortable. I wouldn't advise anyone with a low suspension to book the property as the entry into the property would probably take your suspension out! The plus points were that it is in a great position, so close to the beach and Poachers Pocket at Bacton was great for food and the staff incredibly friendly and helpful. In short, with a little bit of attention this property could be amazing but just seems a little tired and unloved.

  Reviewed by Virginia2.2★Aug 2024

• "Fantastic stay we were so happy in the Barn."

  Lovely area and great hosts. We were sad to have to move on to another property for our second week in Norfolk. Our 3 dogs were so welcomed and to have a private field to run them was such a great find. Would love to return at some stage.

  Reviewed by Fiona4.7★Aug 2024

• "A lovely holiday home in a good location."

  It is on a main road, which is included in the listing - however, we did find it quite stressful getting out of the property, as cars approach very fast and visibility is not great. Not one if you are a nervous driver. The house itself is very nice and the beds were comfortable and the property spacious. As per other reviews, the cleaning was not up to the usual standard of properties that we visit, especially the kitchen which could do with a deep clean. Small gardens but enclosed so good for dogs, but need some TLC. We didn't really spend any time in them due to them being quite overgrown with weeds - especially the back courtyard which was like a jungle. A small amount of garden maintenance to tidy them up and re-do the pots so that it is a more pleasant place to sit in is needed. Kitchen is well stocked with things that you need, but again needs an overhaul to get rid of things that can't be used like baking trays that are covered in rust. We had to re-wash the majority of things we used as they weren't very clean. Overall a good property but we wouldn't return due these shortcomings.

  Reviewed by Josie3.1★Jul 2024

• "Absolutely gorgeous, The Barn exceeded our expectations and our hosts were lovely people."

  Reviewed by Tony5.0★Jul 2024

• "Absolutely loved our stay at The Old Barn, but it was a bit dirty in places and I found the double bed not very comfortable but I got used to it."

  Very nice, had an amazing time away and would come back.

  Reviewed by Danielle3.4★Jul 2024

• "The Old Barn is disgustingly dirty and badly presented!"

  The evidence of mould and damp on the walls and other unpleasant dog odours are covered up with air fresher plugins in both bedroom and the lounge living areas. We were only ably to stay for 2 nights out of 4 nights due to health issues developing after the 2 nights spent in the cottage. Now both on prescription medication to clear health respiratory and allergy conditions. After a conversation with the cleaner who along with the owner were both well aware of the poor maintenance and Health and safety issues in the Old Barn!

  Reviewed by Valerie1.3★Jun 2024

• "Beautiful Cottage, very good location and ideal for dog unfortunately the property was covered in cobwebs,the bath plug were full of hair and the steps between the bedrooms and living area was difficult for my father to negotiate."

  It was a lovely few days away though

  Reviewed by Carol3.8★Jun 2024

• "The bathroom really needs attention/updating."

  The wall tiles have deteriorated , the shower cubicle needs replacing,the bath wasn't clean,the frosting on the window has all but disappeared. We had a large slug visit us from the basin aswell which didn't go down well.!! Also there is black mould in 2 of the bedrooms. Which is ashame as the property is ideally situated for local amenities.

  Reviewed by John3.1★May 2024

• "Had a lovely stay at The Old Barn."

  Was exactly as described in the listing and was a great hub to visit local beaches and villages. We will definitely look to stay here again.

  Reviewed by Niki5.0★Apr 2024

• "Superb cottage stay."

  Enclosed courtyard for dogs. Gorgeous interior. Open space, lovely fitted kitchen, great rooms, fabulous bathroom. We really enjoyed it. Easy walking to the Lighthouse Inn which had lovely food & excellent service.

  Reviewed by Kath5.0★Apr 2024

• "It was lovely , relaxing , and spacious , the log burner was so cosy !"

  We meant to ask what was in the tardis !!!

  Reviewed by Paul5.0★Apr 2024

• "We had a very enjoyable stay in the Old Barn."

  It is very spacious yet warm and cosy. The beds are very comfortable and kitchen well equipped apart from not having either a teapot or cafetière. As the weather was quite wet we were able to enjoy the wonderful range of films available and there are plenty of books and jigsaws. There are also good walks on the beach which is nearby. We definitely hope to return to the Old Barn again.

  Reviewed by Mary4.1★Feb 2024

• "Really loved the stay."

  Well equipped although Wi-Fi is very slow. Beds are very soft. An extremely spacious barn; great for the dogs both at the property and local surrounds especially the beach.plenty of parking outside with an exercise field for the dogs. Really loved our stay. Would definitely use again Words of warning - when at the beach if a sign says the slipway is slippery when wet pay attention to it

  Reviewed by Paul4.7★Feb 2024

• "It was a lovely place to stay it was a shame we had to share it with some little critters (mice) ."

  We told the owners of the property they said they didn't know they were very sorry and helpful and gave us a electronic trap to try and catch them.

  Reviewed by Lesley4.7★Jan 2024

• "Very spacious and well appointed."

  Really comfy beds. Lovely to sit by the wood burning stove with the wind and rain rattling outside.

  Reviewed by Roger3.8★Dec 2023

• "The old barn is beautiful and just as described, we really enjoyed our stay and the beds are extremely comfortable!"

  Only criticism is it could be a bit cleaner (there were dead bugs in the Pyrex dishes and cutlery draw). Also not any basics provided like washing up cloths, tea, coffee or sugar. So with the later than usual check-in time we had to go hunting for shops in the dark to get stuff that would usually be supplied. But - we would know all this for next time so could be better prepared! Would definitely come back for another stay and would recommend to others wanting to stay with their dogs

  Reviewed by Morgan4.1★Nov 2023

• "The property was exactly as stated in the advertising with plenty of room for a family of six."

  There was only two of us with our three small dogs so had more room that expected but it was lovely. The property was warm, bed was comfortable and both outside areas were secure for our dogs. You could hear noise from the road but it did not keep us awake at night and we were out all day so had no problem with that. The only negative thing I would say is that other guests should have picked up poo after their own dogs in the outside area. Apart from that we would stay again.

  Reviewed by Avril5.0★Nov 2023

• "We had a fantastic time in your wonderful barn."

  Thank you for letting us have a look inside your TARDIS. That made Chris' s day . When we come to Norfolk again we will book The Old Barn again without hesitation. Thank you xx

  Reviewed by Sian5.0★Oct 2023

• "Although we have visited this property before only for its location to the beach and restaurants and dogs are allowed."

  One toilet for 6 people is not sufficient.bathroom is very dated. It also has no privacy

  Reviewed by John3.8★Oct 2023

• "Our thoughts of the Old Barn will always be remembered as wonderful."

  We were so comfortable, there was every thing you would ever need to make it comfortable. Ideal for people with dogs. The owners of the old barn were so warm and welcoming. We could not have asked for better. Thank you

  Reviewed by Patricia5.0★Sep 2023

• "Lovely stay at The Old Barn."

  Everything you need and a good base to explore local seaside towns and places of interest.

  Reviewed by Karen3.8★Aug 2023

• "This was our second stay at the Old Barn."

  It is an ideal base for a fantastic holiday. The owners are next door and are helpful but also unobtrusive. The nearby field is ideal for walking dogs. The barn itself is comfortable and has everything we needed facility wise. Our only issue this year (which can’t be helped really) is there were a lot of flies invading the house. They also seemed immune to our flyspray. Again, not the owners fault. We plan to come back hopefully next year.

  Reviewed by Allan5.0★Aug 2023

• "My family and I had a lovely holiday at The Old Barn, Walcott."

  Everything you need was provided, plenty of room, comfortable beds. enjoyed our stay.

  Reviewed by Gloria4.7★Aug 2023

• "Perfect in every way."

  Really friendly owner. The cottage is gorgeous and even better than the pictures. On the edge of Walcott which made a great base. Really pleased and will definitely return.

  Reviewed by Dave5.0★Jul 2023

• "On arrival property gave appearance of being unloved and unkempt, with stagnant pond in courtyard inviting mosquitos!"

  Inside living area dull and unwelcoming, bedrooms ok. Turned round and immediately left. Wouldn't recommend it.

  Reviewed by Jenny2.2★Jul 2023

• "We had a lovely stay at The Old Barn - comfortable, secluded, and close enough to the local amenities that the isolation was never an issue."

  Would not hesitate to recommend the property to family and friends, and we are already looking at planning another trip next year!

  Reviewed by Tyrone4.7★Jul 2023

• "The Old Barn is a lovely property, in good location for exploring the area and easy to find."

  It is well equipped and comfortable and was very clean. We didn’t get to sit outside in the garden because the weather was awful but the garden area looked lovely with plenty of seating. The bedrooms were nicely appointed however none of the three beds was very comfortable, the mattresses were old and the bed frame in the 3rd bedroom was creaky every time you moved. The only criticism we would have is there is only one bathroom and for a property that accommodates 6 it really needs another bathroom.

  Reviewed by Alison4.4★Jun 2023

• "A beautiful property, very spacious and comfortable."

  The only drawback is the fact there is only one toilet which is at one end of the property, particularly tricky for elderly visitors.

  Reviewed by Caroline4.7★Apr 2023

• "It was an absolute privilege to be allowed to stay in this wonderful property."

  It’s spacious, warm and welcoming. The setting is fantastic for the beach and country walks. The thoughtfulness that the owners, Anne and Alex, have put into the property is amazing. This includes facilities for your dogs. My daughter, myself and our two dogs had the most wonderful, chilled time. Very highly recommended

  Reviewed by Nick5.0★Dec 2022

• "We had a nice few days at The Old Barn, thoroughly enjoyed staying there."

  Reviewed by Gary5.0★Nov 2022

• "We had a lovely stay at the Old Barn, although it was was far too big for just the 2 of us really."

  It is spacious, very cosy and had comfortable beds and a very well equipped kitchen. The 2 outside areas were most welcome and the dog fiels very handy for an early morning walk. The only downside we found was exiting the drive onto the very busy road and although there are convex mirrors opposite, I didn't feel confident to rely on them completely.

  Reviewed by Joan4.1★Nov 2022

• "Lovely barn, full of character."

  All rooms were spacious and general cleanliness was ok. Liked the enclosed front and back gardens, great for letting the dog have some space without having to worry about her disappearing. Road noise may be a problem for some, but really not an issue for us. Only slight negative was that you could not really walk from the property. No footpaths, and the verges were not safe to walk on along a busy road. Would certainly consider returning if we visit Norfolk again.

  Reviewed by Dale John3.8★Oct 2022

• "Generally, very pleased with the property and we had good holiday, some road noise but we knew about it and wasn't particularly obtrusive."

  Property comfortable clean and well-maintained Very spacious and certainly would stay again

  Reviewed by Steve4.7★Oct 2022

• "Lovely barn except we booked thinking it was 1 level, so the steps were a bit of a surprise."

  Someone waiting for a knee replacement found the step from the hall to the next level challenging without a grab rail. TV also set very high making watching TV a neck wrenching experience. Otherwise, beautifully clean, kitchen well provisioned and some of the most comfortable beds we've experienced on a holiday. The dogs loved the enclosed courtyard but adored the dog exercise field.

  Reviewed by Christine4.4★Sep 2022

• "The old barn had some pros, huge place and lovely outside area."

  My in laws found it difficult to find but once located, was a good base for exploring. The barn in general needs a paint job and some tlc. Unfortunately the barn was not clean. It wasn't a case of country living (as Sykes say in their T&C's), there were many areas (including the toilet) which were actually dirty. We spent at least half a day hoovering the "Halloween" cobwebs which were not as a result of just a few days of not being tended to and scrubbing The bins were filthy, the fridge had not been cleaned for a while and the toilet still had remnants from previous guests. The high chair also had food in from people who had used it before. We gave the outside windows a sweep to remove several spiders nests which were getting ready to spawn. The WiFi connection also left something to be desired but the selection of films on the special hard drive box they had helped with entertainment in the evening. The local beaches are great so the area is well worth visiting. Such a shame because the place could be lovely. My mother in law has used Sykes before for the Lake District and said the accomodation she previously booked was immaculate which represents inconsistency with their services. Purely because of the cleanliness I will not visit this place or use Sykes again. There are other providers out there that ensure standards are acceptable and I would hope as a busy career woman and mother of 2, not to have to spend half a day of my holiday cleaning the property I have booked to stay in.

  Reviewed by Colette2.8★Aug 2022

• "The Old Barn was comfortable and welcoming."

  Only issue we had was previous occupants had used an exterior plant pot for cigarette butts which was not cleaned out (we are non smokers). Owners were friendly. Dog field nearby was an added bonus. We would definitely like to return in the future.

  Reviewed by Allan4.7★Aug 2022

• "We had a lovely time."

  The Barn is absolutely gorgeous. The beds so comfortable. Large kitchen. Nothing we didn’t have. Great for the dogs. I can’t fault it. . . The owner Alex, is one of the nicest people you could meet. Friendly, helpful. . . . . Thank you, you have a fantastic place. X

  Reviewed by Pamela5.0★Jul 2022

• "Lovely old property."

  First impression was bathroom and kitchen not clean, black mould on walls of shower, toilet not cleaned properly. Owners bring in cleaners but need to check they actually have cleaned it. Once we sorted that, it turned into a lovely week away. Very relaxing and gorgeous beach at Happisburgh became a favourite. It helped we had lovely weather. Would recommend as very spacious. Need some instructions on using appliances, best place to eat etc. once that’s sorted will be 5*.

  Reviewed by Michael3.1★Jun 2022

• "On the whole we had a lovely stay at the old barn."

  The cottage is in need of a little TLC in places. What would be really helpful would be an information guide telling you where the shops and pubs are with recommendations on where to eat and the nearest beaches,also the Wi-Fi code and leaving details etc.

  Reviewed by Lisa2.8★Jun 2022

• "We were made extremely welcome by the owners and they were very helpful in regards to explaining the controls for the TV etc."

  The property is very spacious and comfortable and very well equipped.I thoroughly recommend staying in The Old Barn.

  Reviewed by Rowena5.0★May 2022

• "This building is in dire need of a thorough clean - Dirty oven and greasy hob, dirty shower tray, a layer of dust under the beds and on the mantle shelf, food splashes on the kitchen walls and enough big cobwebs on the lounge ceiling to hold a Halloween party!"

  This building needs repair items attending to - cooker ring not working, bedroom door warped and does not close (same door ironmongery not working), shelf fronts in refrigerator missing (not able to store items on them), shower tray prone to flooding, Pyrex dish glued to kitchen cupboard shelf! These are just a selection of the general poor maintenance - there are further items. This building desperately needs redecorating throughout. The above items taken individually may not seem serious, but added together they give a very poor impression of the state of the properties being rented through Sykes. What could be a really nice holiday let is badly let down by the above. This is the third time that I have rented through Sykes this year but if this is the poor standard that they allow then I won't be coming back.

  Reviewed by John2.2★May 2022

• "The property was cold, the temperature on radiators in main room not sufficient to heat it, bathroom freezing."

  Outside was unkept and untidy, outside furniture poor condition and rusty. Although we booked a week we left after 3 days, insufficient outside lighting to supervise dogs.

  Reviewed by Adrian2.2★Mar 2022

• "In one of the double bedrooms the heater did not work."

  The front left hand ring on the cooker did not work.

  It is a shame you did not raise these points with us during your stay. All the heaters are working. I checked them myself yesterday on 16th April. I suspect someone had turned it off with the switch. I will double check about the cooker ring but again, this appeared to be working when we last checked. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Susan4.4★Mar 2022

• "Loads of space, and seating (lounge/dining) and sleeping arrangements were great."

  Well equipped kitchen Single toilet, in the bathroom, with the shower meant some waiting to use any of the facilities. Cleaning was not carried out to a very high standard. I thought the provision of some picnic friendly cups/plate/storage tubs would have been an advantage. Instructions could do with an upgrade. The wheelie bins didn't get emptied on the Monday as the folder reported. Perhaps that is now not the right day? The television took a lot of getting used to. The WiFi was patchy. No phone number to contact owners. No key to explore the loft. Having said all that it is a very useful base from which to explore North Norfolk, and I thought reasonably priced.

  We have changed cleaners since this review. North Norfolk Council is responsible for bin collection and this takes place on Mondays. If they did not come then this is outside of our control. The phone number to contact us is in the welcome book and as we live next door, it is also possible to come to the house if guests need any assistance or simply advice about things to do in the area. The loft is out of bounds as the access is very steep which is why we keep it locked. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Eddie3.1★Oct 2021

• "Advertised as dog friendly and not until booked that it stipulates that dogs are not allowed in furniture or to be left in property unattended."

  That isn’t dog friendly. It is dog tolerated. We would not have allowed our dogs on the furniture without putting extra covers on them first and would not have left them in the property on their own unless in their cage as it was they spent the holiday thinking they had done something wrong because they weren’t allowed to be with us and we were tied to places that we could to with the dogs. We all enjoyed the holiday but it could have been better.

  Reviewed by Kay5.0★Oct 2021

• "We had a really lovely family vacation at The Barn, It was perfect for what we needed, plenty of room for all 6 of us and the dogs."

  Parking for 3 cars. The gardens and back field were great to let the dogs have a early morning run before their big walk on the nearby beach. The kitchen was very well equipped with plenty of cupboard space for the food we took. The central living space was stunning and spacious for all of us to be together. It was very cosy and warm. Each bedroom was a good size with plenty of storage and the beds were comfortable. We had a great time, plenty of fun playing games at night or watching the TV. We would stay again and recommend it to anyone who asks. Thank you

  Reviewed by Deborah4.7★Oct 2021

• "A well done Barn conversion, comfortable and spacious."

  On arrival the kitchen and bathroom were not particularly clean and we spent the first hour cleaning the kitchen: hob, oven, cutlery, rubbish bins and the back door surround. In the bathroom the shower has black mould and the shower door track needed a good flush to clean it. The bedrooms were very satisfactory. This is a good location accessible to many areas of interest. The noise from the busy road is very noticeable and fairly pointed out in the description. Overall we enjoyed our stay.

  Reviewed by Jeanette3.8★Sep 2021

• "The Old Barn is a bit of a mixed bag hence the average review."

  I’ll start with the positives: 1. It’s huge with 3 double bedrooms, a vast large lounge diner, new modern kitchen, and bigger than needed bathroom. 2. It has 2 enclosed courtyard spaces front and back. (although they’re a bit stuffy tbh) 3. It has a utility room with both washing machine and tumble dryer. 4. Beds very comfortable, bedrooms light and airy. 5. Very well equipped kitchen with dishwasher, fridge freezer and about 20 saucepans for some weird reason. The not so positives: 1. The lounge/dinner is the old barn and despite having patio doors, the room is very dark. 2. It smelled very musty on arrival - but opening all windows and doors helped this. It’s an old building (obviously) with wooden floors, furniture, beams and log burner -so I guess it is only to be expected to smell strongly of wood. 3. It’s on a busy road, you will get noise. That however did not bother us - what did however that it has a blind exit, so leaving the property is a dice with death situation as you creep forward to desperately try and see if a vehicle is hurtling towards you. Please could the owners replace the roadside mirrors. One is smashed, the other needs cleaning. In their current state they serve no purpose in helping drivers see the road. Overall we did enjoy our stay, we’ve certainly stayed in worse.

  Reviewed by Jane3.8★Sep 2021

• "WITHOUT PREJUDICE The Old Barn floor was dirty and dusty on arrival so we informed the owner who then lent us a hoover."

  Yes, we hoovered The Old Barn on our arrival! The Old Barn had a musty smell throughout due to damp. Room fresheners were everywhere so as to hide the smell. They weren't successful in hiding the smell, so we bought our own fresheners to use. Even that didn't work because the damp needs to be rectified. Floorboards were dirty and dirt was on the doorframe of the door leading to the kitchen. The air hockey table was broken, the kitchen food waste bin had a broken lid, the kitchen window could not be locked, the barbecue was full of ash on arrival and the bench seat in the courtyard was totally loose. No mattress protectors were present. This barn needs a professional makeover to justify the very high price charged. We would not recommend The Old Barn for a holiday break.

  Reviewed by Derek1.9★Aug 2021

• "Lovely cottage with character and such a great area to explore."

  Owners were super friendly and helpful - would definitely visit again.

  Reviewed by Nina5.0★Jul 2021

• "Lovely place, lovely owners, felt very relaxed, the courtyard was brilliant for ..."

  Lovely place, lovely owners, felt very relaxed, the courtyard was brilliant for the dogs with being enclosed, and also allowed to take the dogs out on the field was a bonus

  Reviewed by Carol5.0★Jun 2021

• "We had a wonderful holiday, the Barn was an amazing place to stay and the owners were such a lovely couple, going out of there way to help us!"

  We would definitely recommend this place to anyone thinking of going to north Norfolk. Just a short drive to the seafront and lots of local history to explore

  Reviewed by Stephen5.0★Jun 2021

• "Good Barn conversion."

  Road access is a concern. Access to field is not easy with dogs. Overall comfortable and a good base to explore the area. Happy to recommend

  Reviewed by Steve4.4★May 2021

• "We had a lovely weekend at The Old Barn."

  The owners were very helpful and were at hand to help with queries. The cottage is lovely and spacious and we had everything we needed. Being near the road, there was some noise but it was ok. Didn't disturb our time there. The only thing I would recommend is probably a small hand rail near the two steps inside the house. My elderly mum needed a little help as there was nothing to hold on to it. It was our first time in this part of Norfolk and there were numerous beaches and walks near the cottage.

  Reviewed by Nishani3.8★May 2021

• "Amazing barn, nice and big!"

  Very close to a lovely pub called the light house which sell lovely food and drink!! And only a 35 min drive to Great Yarmouth! Which was a nice surprise! Bathroom and kitchen nice and modern and the beds were super comfy!!! Would defo stay again!

  Reviewed by Jade4.7★May 2021

• "The owners were on hand when we had an issue which was good."

  The note about "some noise from the road should be expected" is misleading since the noise is significant, particularly in the lounge where the height of the ceiling amplifies the sound. The bathroom is huge but would benefit from additional heating along with a non slip mat for the shower.

  We are glad you enjoyed your stay. In response to your feedback, we have now invested in a wall-mounted electric bathroom heater to supplement the radiator and we will install this as soon as it arrives. We will also procure a non-slip shower mat. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Peta3.4★Apr 2021

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