This vacation home places you within a 15-minute drive of Norfolk Coast and Wells and Walsingham Light Railway. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
Pensthorpe Natural Park - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles
Norfolk Coast - 12 min drive - 8.3 miles
The Granary Theatre - 17 min drive - 11.1 miles
Holkham Hall - 21 min drive - 10.8 miles
Getting around
Mid-Norfolk Railway Dereham - 30 min drive
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Sculthorpe Mill - 3 min drive
Costa Coffee - 5 min drive
McDonalds - 6 min drive
Shapes Restaurant - 6 min drive
The Limes (Wetherspoon) - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Woodpecker Barn, Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)
Enter Woodpecker via stable doors to the walled garden and via another stable door to the spacious living area. Here you will find large flat screen TV/freeview & DVD. 3 Large comfortable sofas. A log burner for cozy winter evenings. Off the living area is: a en-suite double bedroom with zip/link option beds, stairs leading to two en-suite double bedrooms with king size 4 poster style beds, and through the door leading to a very large, well equipped kitchen. There is an american style upright fridge freezer, dining table and 10 chairs, microwave, range cooker, dishwasher & washer/dryer. Following through the kitchen there is a separate WC and the 4th en-suite double bedroom with zip/link option beds. Woodpecker also has an enclosed rear courtyard off the kitchen with washing line and external gate. Also situated in the gardens through the summer are table and chairs to seat 10 a
3 adjoining pet friendly barns have been sympathetically converted to provide spacious and comfortable accommodation. We provide free wifi, oil fired central heating, range cookers, enclosed and private walled gardens, private parking and built-in barbecues. There are no steps to get into the properties and some double en-suite rooms on the ground floors for those who may struggle with steps. We are happy for pet owners to walk their dogs on leads around the farm where there are great opportunities for bird watching. The barns are situated on the farm itself with views over open countryside and the lovely Sculthorpe Church on the driveway.
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The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 4 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a fireplace, and an electric kettle. Housekeeping is available on request.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Please leave us as you find us
Please read the terms & conditions - they are important!
Do not allow dogs in the bedrooms and pick up behind them.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
Woodpecker Barn Sleeps 8
Woodpecker Barn Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)
Woodpecker Barn, Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms) Fakenham
Woodpecker Barn, Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms) Private vacation home
Frequently asked questions
What can I see around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Fakenham, close to The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham, Norfolk Coast, and Pensthorpe Natural Park.
Is parking available on site at Woodpecker Barn, Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Woodpecker Barn, Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.
Are there hot tubs at Woodpecker Barn, Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at Woodpecker Barn, Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.), which is 28.4 mi away (43 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Woodpecker Barn, Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)?
No, you won't find house with balconies at Woodpecker Barn, Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms).
Woodpecker Barn, Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms) Reviews
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Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Edward H.
Aug 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great quality, spacious accommodation.
Edward H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sue T.
Apr 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Woodpecker
We had a lovely few days at the barn it was beautiful and close to all amenities
Sue T.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
samantha W.
Oct 1, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Clampett holiday
Lovely property good size ..
Dryer didnt work on the washer and maybe instructions for microwave and oven could be added to pack .. but we figured it all out .. had a blast in games room just some daft fun .. location was good easy access to local coast towns
samantha W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
8/10 Good
Nick M.
Jun 2, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures don’t do it justice
A fabulous place! Brilliantly set up and perfectly clean. I’d only say take some better pictures as it’s much nicer than pictures suggest