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Wanstead Barn

Pensthorpe, near Fakenham, Norfolk
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Luxury
Internet access
Working farm
Enclosed garden / patio
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • A beautiful barn conversion in a secluded spot in the heart of the rural Norfolk countryside
  • Perfect for visiting the fabulous Pensthorpe Natural Park and within easy reach of nature reserves at Blakeney, Snettisham and Titchwell
  • This is a great base for keen walkers, nature-lovers, families and birdwatchers just a short drive from the stunning coast of Norfolk
Property code: OC-KT188

Situated in the tranquil Norfolk countryside , this lovely property is just three miles from the market town of Fakenham which offers a good range of shops, restaurants, and a weekly market.  Walsingham and holt are among the many popular towns and villages nearby. The beautiful Norfolk coast is within easy reach, with plenty of traditional seaside towns to explore including Wells-next-the-Sea, Sheringham and Cromer, all offering stunning beaches and great activities for children.

Within walking distance of the barn is the multiple winner of Norfolk's Best Large Attraction, Pensthorpe Natural Park. Explore one of the largest Wildflower Meadows in Norfolk, enjoy the beauty of 4 stunning gardens, meet some of the rare and native species of wildfowl and kids can run wild in WildRootz, an outdoor adventure play! Whatever the weather, kids can also come in for an epic indoor adventure in Hootz House, the award winning indoor adventure play.

On arrival, you will be welcomed into the large hallway where you can leave coats and bags. There is a really useful WC cloakroom here too. The living area is a modern open-plan space comprising of a lounge/kitchen/diner. The kitchen area is modern and fresh and benefits from electric oven, microwave, fridge and dishwasher. There is a dining area which will seat 6 and looks over the fields, the perfect spot to enjoy a delicious dinner together. After enjoying your meal, you can retreat to the lounge area where you can sink into the comfy corner sofa and armchair and pop on the TV/DVD for a relaxed evening. The utility room is a great space to store coats and boots and is equipped with a washing machine and a freezer. Stairs lead you to the first floor where you can find the en-suite bedrooms. The first bedroom is a large double bedroom with built in wardrobes and an en-shower room with WC. The second bedroom is a twin bedroom with built in wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom with a shower over and WC.

Outside, there is a lovely, enclosed patio area to the rear of the property with garden furniture and BBQ which is separated from the neighbouring patio by a dividing fence for privacy. Beyond this there is a large lawn area which is shared with the next-door property. This gives guests a wonderful sense of space and ensures far-reaching panoramic views across the countryside. Dogs must be kept on a lead when walking around the working farm due to many species of rare ground nesting birds in the area. Off-road parking available for four cars.

This property forms the ideal location for a couple or family and their four-legged friend looking for a tranquil retreat, or for larger parties the neighbouring  "Alethorpe Barn" can also be rented to make for a bigger celebration.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin
  • 1 en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 en-suite walk-in shower with WC
  • Electric oven, microwave, dishwasher and fridge
  • Washing machine and freezer in utility room
  • TV/DVD in the lounge
  • Gas fired underfloor heating for the ground floor and central heating radiators on first floor
  • High chair and travel cot available
  • Enclosed patio area with picnic bench and BBQ (Please note that the lawn is not enclosed or separate from the neighbouring property)
  • Off-road parking for 4 cars
  • Shop and pub 3 miles, beach 12 miles
  • Can be rented with adjoining property "Alethopre Barn" - KT002 to accommodate up to 8 guests.
  • Dogs must be kept on a lead when walking around the working farm due to many species of rare ground nesting birds in the area.
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Lee Cousins

This property is personally managed by Lee.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 20 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Rebecca 30th May 2026

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We stayed in Wanstead barn and it's a very beautiful, comfortable, clean and spacious property. We loved watching the deer, Hares and Pheasants around the lawn. I was lucky enough to hear a Cuckoo in the mornings, so if you love wildlife, you will love it here. It's an excellent base for visiting nearby beaches and coastal towns. Close to the sRead moreupermarkets at Fakenham, which is about five minutes drive away. We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday and would definitely recommend to others. Hide

Reviewed by Les 9th May 2026

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Lovely position central to lots of walks, not to far for shopping and takeaways

Reviewed by Elaine 2nd May 2026

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The barn was excellent, very clean and plenty of space. The wine and biscuits on arrival was a lovely touch. Beds were comfortable. We were blessed with 2 weeks of sunshine. The barn is marvellously positioned to explore the area. We did lots of walking and went over the road to Pensthorpe ,great day out. Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall and SandrinRead moregham all great places to visit. The night sky was amazing, as it's nice and dark with little light pollution. The wildlife outside the barn was equally amazing, saw muntjac deer goldfinches ,lots of hares birds of prey. So peaceful and quiet, we will be back ,next time we'll try next door. Hide

Reviewed by Michael 24th November 2025

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A great barn conversion in a lovely central location for visiting Norfolk. The barn is well equipped with a great amount of space for 4 adults. I would recommend this property without any reservations.

Reviewed by Margaret 21st November 2025

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Excellent location - exceptionally quiet - well furnished, clean and comfortable, well stocked with appliances - wished we had booked it for longer! Hopefully return again.

Reviewed by Marcus 25th October 2025

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Reviewed by Rosie 1st September 2025

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The barn is beautiful in a wonderful location as most stately homes and visitors attractions are only 30 minutes away. We loved the peace and tranquility of the barn and the viewing gallery on the first floor has wonderful views over the countryside. We saw 5 deer, lots of hares and a family of partridges. Would definitely recommend Wanstead Barn aRead morend was so sad to leave. Hide

Reviewed by Emma 27th July 2025

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Couldn't have hoped for a better place to relax with the family in this beautiful setting. Extremely clean, spacious and comfortable in an absolutely beautiful setting. Thank you.

Reviewed by Richard 13th June 2025

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Reviewed by Chris 6th June 2025

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This location is out of this world, we will again be visiting again

Reviewed by Gemma 23rd May 2025

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Reviewed by William 11th April 2025

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Fabulous location. The property was really well equipped and very comfortable. Spacious, warm and wonderful wildlife in the area.

Reviewed by Anne Maria 11th October 2024

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The location was good.Plenty to see on the north Norfolk Coast.Enjoyed seeing the deers on our walks around the Barn.Very Peaceful..

Reviewed by Deborah 4th October 2024

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Beautiful converted barn. Had everything you would need and very spacious.

Reviewed by John 27th September 2024

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We enjoyed our week at the Barn, the house is very spacious reflecting the openness of the location it enjoys. The patio doors and windows allow plenty of light and sunshine into the living space with 360 views of the rural setting. Despite its apparent remoteness it is a pleasant rural walk into Fakenham and gives easy access by car to the north cRead moreoast areas. We would certainly revisit the Barn. Hide

Reviewed by Jeffrey 6th September 2024

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Excellent stay, ideal location for visiting west & north Norfolk. Fakenham market(Thursday), pensthorpe both worth a try will come again

Reviewed by T 30th August 2024

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Great location, very peaceful. Lovely to be able to watch wildlife from all windows. Very spacious and comfortably equipped. Ideal location to reach all areas easily whether you enjoy the beach or prefer walks in the country or shopping in Norwich. This was our 5th visit, although the first for several years, already planning a return.

Reviewed by Andrew 16th August 2024

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Reviewed by John 19th July 2024

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Reviewed by Janet 28th June 2024

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Wanstead Barn is a lovely and extremely spacious property. One of the main attractions is the beautiful location overlooking fields where hares and deer are frequently seen. It is very conveniently located for visiting several attractions both coastal and inland. No wonder so many guests return which is the best recommendation

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