About this property
Stalham 3 miles. Enjoying a rural position in Lessingham, near the market town of Stalham in Norfolk is Pear Tree Barn, a delightful, single-storey barn conversion. Sympathetically-restored, showcasing original beamed ceilings and exposed stonework, Pear Tree Barn offers a well-equipped, pretty base for a couple and their furry companions, looking to explore the Norfolk Broads and coastline. Benefit from off-road parking before heading indoors with your personal belongings in tow. Be welcomed into the homely, open-plan living space, where you can unwind after a day of travelling, light the woodburning stove, and prepare meals in the compact kitchen, before dining indoors or outdoors upon the patio; a barbecue is supplied in the summer, making it the perfect place for an alfresco affair. As day turns into night, retire to the plush double bed, with the TV in sight, before awakening to a refreshing shower. Prepare to explore the region, starting off in nearby Stalham, where you can stock up on the essentials and dine out, or perhaps head to The Star Inn & Restaurant, a local pub serving traditional fare. Make your way to the coastline where you can enjoy a stroll along Sea Palling Beach, followed by a bite to eat and your favourite tipple at Reefs Bar, or head to Happisburgh Beach followed by a visit to the Happisburgh Owls sanctuary. Travel into the Broads to tour the Museum of the Broads, or hike through the How Hill National Nature Reserve, recommended to pack your walking boots for, whilst Hickling Broad displays stunning waterfront views, offering the ideal spot for a picnic and some wildlife watching. Round off your itinerary in Norwich with the chance to tour both the local castle and cathedral, or brush up on your local knowledge at The Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell, before dining out at a plethora of riverside restaurants, ideal for foodies. Make memories with your loved one at Pear Tree Barn.
The market town of Stalham, with its high street with a good range of shops and eateries, is a typical North Norfolk town. There is a small market which comes to the town on Tuesdays and a farmers’ market on every other Saturday, as well as regular sales in the town hall. Stalham is one of the major starting points of Norfolk Broads boating holidays and a museum to give you an insight in to the Broadland environment is a must. Just a few miles inland from fantastic beaches, this is a perfect base for exploring the Norfolk Broads and coastline.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Studio-style layout with double bed, kitchenette, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
Electric central heating.
Combi microwave/oven, George Foreman grill, fridge with ice box, kettle, toaster.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Garden with lawned area, patio, furniture, and barbecue supplied in summer months.
Two well-behaved dogs welcomed at £25 per dog, not to be left unaccompanied.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.2 miles, pub 0.3 miles, beach 1.6 miles.
Note: This is an adult-only home.
Note: The garden is not enclosed.
Note: Minimum of 3 nights accepted only
Nearby points of interest
- Wroxham Barns
- Wroxham Miniature Worlds
- Wroxham Boats Trips
- Rowing on the River Bure at Belaugh
- Woodforde's Brewery Tap @ Fur & Feather Inn
- Cromer Pier
- Tower climb at St Helen’s church
- Norfolk Broads
Reviews (8)
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Mike
We stayed for a week and were very comfortable. The toilet / shower is very small and lack of oven blah blah but the value more than made up for that in our opinion. The side garden was perfect for our Springer Spaniel and any comments about bring overlooked etc are in my opinion highly exaggerated, the whole feel is one of a very homely stay. Would thoroughly recommend especially the value and would definitely like to stay again. The location is lovely and quiet, rural and very close to the beach, cafes and dog friendly pubs.
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Gillian
When we arrived on Friday it smelt very musty and damp which I was surprised as the weather was very hot, even the cups and plates smelt musty, There were no comfy chairs or sun umbrella in the garden , so couldnât really sit out, other than two metal ornate chairs. The farm house was almost on top of you !!! It was very misleading in your photos. One last concern , the bathroom was far too close to the kitchen. We were only there for 2 nights out of the 7 we paid for. I spoke to your site manager with my concerns and found her very unhelpful and rude, so will not be booking with Sykes cottages in the near future.
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Moragh
It was ok for a few days stay, but the week felt too long without access to cooking facilities. The local pub is always full so need to book in advance! If you like your stay quiet and isolated this is not the place for you. The cottage is situated outside the owners house and opens out onto their back garden and felt too close for our liking! The garden is lovely but not enclosed which was ok for our dogs but not for lively inquisitive dogs. We felt it could have done with some more comfort touchâs such as deck chairs for the garden and some oil diffusers to take the damp smell away.