Chaucer Barn
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About the home
Chaucer Barn is situated on the edge of the charming village of Gresham, tucked into a valley classified as an area of outstanding natural beauty. The Barn is part of an 80-acre farm, bought by the poet Geoffrey Chaucer for his son in the 14th Century. It has its own 5-acre landscaped garden with beautiful views over rolling fields to mature woodland. It's an awarding barn conversion providing luxury self catering accommodation for up to 18 guests. It makes the perfect hideaway for family special occasions and weddings. Guests are welcome to roam the farm with its 12th Century ruins of Gresham Castle of Paston Letters fame.
The accommodation has 9 double bedrooms, 4 offer the option of twin or double bed arrangements. There are 7 bathrooms (3 en-suite), 4 reception rooms, a games room and an 18 seated dining table.
The beautiful unspoilt coast of North Norfolk is just two and a half miles away offering the vast white sandy beaches of Holkham and Wells, the ‘Poppyland’ towns of Sheringham and Cromer, the pretty Georgian town Holt with its boutiques and cafes, Sailing in the National Trust Salt Marshes, beautiful walks and year round bird-watching.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 18, 9 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | West Runton, 2km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Hen and stag parties Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 3km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | May take pets - please enquire No smoking at this property |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, DVD player |
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| Pool: | Shared indoor Pool |
| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Table tennis, Games room, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 9 Bedrooms, 12 bathrooms of which 7 family bathrooms, 3 en suites and 2 shower rooms |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (2), Single beds (8), Double beds (5), Cots (2), Dining seating for 18, Lounge seating for 32 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Climbing frame, Swing set |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
The general decor at Chaucer Barn marries 21st century contemporary with historic flint walls and original York stone. There are oak ceilings and floors, large sliding glass walls and each room has its own unique interior.
The piece de resistance is probably the open plan dining area where you can enjoy sumptuous banquets with friends around the large 18 seater table. It has overhead candelabra, and immense overhead space, but manages to remain warm and cosy, being filled with English oak and with a heated York stone floor. The kitchen is an inspiring place for the cooks in your party. It has a four-door electric Aga, a big range cooker, granite work surfaces, a walk-in larder and some serious culinary equipment.
The large adjoining games and reception rooms each have open fires, wide sink-into sofas, open-joisted oak ceilings with massive beams and oak floors. Each room opens west (via a fully sliding, floor-to-ceiling glass wall) onto a patio. The games room features table tennis, darts board and a games cupboard to suit all ages. The reception room features a large LCD 46" flat screen television, a DVD player and an X-box.
Further details outdoors:
This property is a registered and licensed Wedding venue as well.
Set in 5 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens with stunning views over woodlands. Fantastic outdoor BBQ area with dining table.
Further details
Licensed for Weddings and Civil Ceremonies
Welcome Hamper provided
Minimum 7 nights stay July and August
Sorry no stag parties!
Conditions
No stags, Hens only
Strictly non smoking
Prices include VAT, welcome hamper, use of linen and towels, electricity and heating
Minimum 7 nights stay July and August.
The East Anglia / Norfolk region
Chaucer Barn is situated on the edge of the charming village of Gresham, tucked into a valley classified as an area of outstanding natural beauty.
The Norfolk Broads are a twenty minute drive away and there are a large number of historical places of interest to visit such as the Holkham and Blicking Estates.
The Sheringham / Gresham area
The beautiful unspoilt coast of North Norfolk is just two and a half miles away offering the vast white sandy beaches of Holkham and Wells, the ‘Poppyland’ towns of Sheringham and Cromer, the pretty Georgian town Holt with its boutiques and cafes, Sailing in the National Trust Salt Marshes, beautiful walks and year round bird-watching.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Norwich: 20 km |
| Railway: | Sheringham: 5 km |
By air Norwich airport is 30 minutes away or Stansted is a 2hour drive.
Otherwise excellent train links from London Liverpool Street every hour to Norwich with connections to Sheringham.
Activities near Sheringham
Tennis in town
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 28 Apr 2013 |
Chaucer Barn truly is a magical place. As soon as we saw it when planning our wedding we had to have it! James & Laura are we were really helpful during the whole process. Unpretentious and... more |
07 Mar 2013 |
We held our wedding at Chaucer Barn over 3 days in September 2012. As I, the bride, work as a wedding planner and the groom is a Virgo, we're fussy, choosy and some of our close friends say... more |
05 Mar 2013 |
My husband and I fell in love with Chaucer Barn the moment we set eyes on it. The barn itself is beautiful. Each bedroom is indivdually decorated and the grounds are just breath taking! After our... more |
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 18 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Xmas/New Year | 20 Dec 12 | 3 Jan 13 | £ 8969 | - | - | 5 Nights |
| Low Season | 3 Jan 13 | 1 Mar 13 | £ 4546 | - | £ 1039 | 2 Nights |
| Mid Season | 1 Mar 13 | 20 Apr 13 | £ 5308 | - | £ 1117 | 2 Nights |
| High Season | 20 Apr 13 | 15 Sep 13 | £ 10369 | - | £ 1775 | 2 Nights |
| Mid Season | 15 Sep 13 | 1 Nov 13 | £ 5308 | - | £ 1117 | 2 Nights |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
All prices in £ sterling and include VAT, rental, heating, electricity, logs, use of bed linen and towels, toiletries and a welcome hamper of groceries.
Christmas and New Year minimum 5 nights stay
Easter - high season rates apply
May Bank Holidays minimum 3 nights stay
Mid week savers don’t apply during school holidays
Please contact us for rates for 4-6 night stays.
Well behaved pet will be considered - £90/dog/stay
S P E C I A L O F F E R
**Currently offering a 3 night New Year stay for 18 guests for 2012-13 - £4500.***
We are also offering a 25% discount for a 3 night weekend stay on our low season price in January and February. Please contact us for details.
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* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 4 years listed You are contacting James Mermagen
Languages spoken   The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2009. This barn has received 8 reviews from previous guests.  |
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