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Beautiful, stylish barn. Family & pet friendly. Close to beach. 3 nights min.

Experience North Norfolk's natural beauty from this cozy barn's doorstep. Relax in the garden or unwind by the log burner after exploring nearby marshes and beaches.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7146 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful, stylish barn. Family & pet friendly. Close to beach. 3 nights min.

We're happy to offer 3 nights minimum during non-peak periods. Set within the grounds of The Old Manor House, this charming brick and flint Barn offers spacious and well-appointed accommodation, plus is centrally located in Cley Next the Sea.

Full of character, it comprises 2 double bedrooms and a 3rd, twin room, that leads off from bedroom 2 - it is divided by a door for privacy, but there's no separate entrance, so is ideal for children. It also has generous living/ dining space, a separate kitchen and 2 bathrooms, including the en-suite. There is also a delightful, enclosed garden with table and chairs.

One of the double bedrooms enjoys an en-suite shower room and the other a TV and an adjoining family room. The family room has 2 single beds, plus a truckle bed to sleep a third and is most appropriate for children. High-grade cotton bed linen is provided.

The ground floor bathroom is finished to a high specification, with a Duravit bathroom suite. There is a bath and integrated shower, washbasin and WC. Christy bath and hand towels are provided.

The kitchen is fully equipped, including a Miele oven and Miele hob, microwave, Bosch dishwasher, AEG washer/dryer and fridge with freezer compartment. There is also a large fridge/freezer in the garage (easily accessed via the barn's entrance hall) that is solely for the use of guests. For additional storage space, all the cupboards under the book shelf in main dining/living area are empty and for your use. So there is plenty of space to store things away!

The garage is also useful for guests to store bikes, fishing equipment, body boards or anything else you might wish to store in the dry and out of the barn itself.

The main living/dining area is spacious, with a comfortable seating area and log burner - an initial basket of logs is provided, plus kindling and fire lighters. There is a large, wall-mounted TV with Freeview and internet TV. In addition, there is a DVD player and a selection of DVDs for you to choose from. The dining table is situated near to the kitchen and sits up to 8 comfortably. Two walls are mostly covered with bookshelves and we have plenty for you to read!

Outside there is an attractive garden area, bordered by willow fencing. There is a wooden garden table and chairs with parasol, that sits on a sheltered terrace, plus a small lawn. We provide a BBQ in the summer months. From the back garden you can easily access Cley High Street and all its lovely attractions.

INSTAGRAM & FACEBOOK
For more photos and details of the barn and surrounding area, please visit our Manor House Barn (cley next the sea) instagram and facebook pages.

CHILDREN FRIENDLY
For guests with small children, we have a travel cot, 1 high chair and a booster seat and both sets of stairs are fitted with stair gates. We also have some games available for older children.

The local area itself has lots of things for younger children to do, including crabbing at Blakeney, the seal trips from Morston and Blakeney Quays, plus within walking distance of the barn is a small playground. North Norfolk itself is full of fun activities for children and we have details within the barn.

PET FRIENDLY
We are happy to accommodate 1 small to medium, fully house-trained dog, but kindly ask guests to let us know in advance. We also ask for dogs to only to be allowed downstairs and have stair gates to help with this.

PARKING
There is parking for 2 cars directly outside the barn.

(Please note we have a FRIDAY turn around day and a no smoking policy.)

ABOUT CLEY-NEXT-THE-SEA
Manor House Barn is centrally located within the picturesque, coastal village of Cley-Next-the-Sea. An area of outstanding natural beauty, Cley village has much to offer visitors and the beach is only 1KM away.

From the barn, there is a wide range of distractions all within easy walking distance. You can view the beautiful marshes by taking a walk along the Cley-to-Blakeney sea wall. Or you could stroll to the beach, accessed via the marshes, and watch the sea fishing or simply enjoy a walk along Cley's shingle beach. Alternatively the Norfolk Wildlife Trust visitors centre is nearby and is the perfect place from which to take in the marshes and bird watching facilities.

In the centre of Cley village you can lose yourself amongst its charming shops, pubs and restaurants. These include:

The George & Dragon pub - a 2 min walk from barn, serves excellent food, wine and beer.
Artemis Cafe - with a fabulous outside seating over looks the marshes
Picnic Fayre Delicatessen - an award winning outlet with superb deli items
Cley Smoke House - with a mouth-watering array of fish
Made in Cley pottery studio
Pinkfoot Gallery
Crabpot Books - a quirky, second hand bookshop and is literally next door
The famous Cley Windmill.
The Hanser - a cosy bar, which serves cocktails too and v good food.

THE NORFOLK COASTAL AREA
From Cley you are perfectly located to discover the delights of the North Norfolk coast - a journey you can make by foot, car or the efficient coastal hopper service.

SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES
Neighbouring Cley is the pretty village of Blakeney, which offers sailing, crabbing, and a national nature reserve. From Blakeney Point you can go seal watching and boats can be hired from either Blakeney or Morston Quay.

North Norfolk is home to some of the finest stately residences. Holkham Hall, Blickling and Felbrigg, are all within easy reach.

RECOMMENDED LOCAL EATERIES
Restaurants, pubs and cafes we would recommend are:-

Artemis Cafe, Cley
2 magpies cafe in Blakeney and Holt
Wiveton Cafe, Wiveton (as featured on BBC2's Normal for Norfolk )
The Cley Windmill in Cley (will need booking in advance)
The Anchor at Morston
The Wiveton Bell, Wiveton
The White Horse, Blakeney
The Blakeney Hotel - fabulous location overlooking the quay and stylish cocktail bar
Dun Cow, Salthouse
The George and Dragon, Cley
The Kings Head, Letheringsett
Byfords, Holt


Slightly further afield in Burnham Market are some delightful restaurants including The Hoste Arms, Socius, and No.Twenty9.

If you are looking for something for a special occasion, Morston village, only 3 miles from Cley, is home to the superb Michelin starred restaurant Morston Hall. Offering guests a wonderful gastronomic experience - it does require booking in advance.

BEACHES

With a shingle beach at Cley, there are also sandy beaches at Wells-next-the-Sea and Holkham, both of which offer fabulous, wind-swept coastlines. But if it’s traditional seaside towns you’re after, Sheringham and Cromer are also close by.

NEARBY MARKET TOWNS AND RESTAURANTS
The charming market towns of Holt and Burnham Market are both well worth a visit, with Holt just 10 minutes drive from Cley. Both offer a rich variety of shops, galleries, restaurants and pubs, including the award-winning The Hoste Arms in Burnham Market and Holts’ renowned restaurant and delicatessen, Byfords.

Details on all these attractions and many more are available within Manor House Barn. However, please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any specific queries about North Norfolk generally.

Property manager

Rachel Goodman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1576 sq ft (146 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 1 small dog may be accepted if a request is made.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Travel cot, highchair & stair gates provided.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beautiful Brick Flint Barn Cley. Offer 3 Nights Min. Sleeps up 7

About the neighborhood

Map
Cley next the Sea, North Norfolk Coast, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Coast - 7 min drive
  • Blakeney National Nature Reserve - 7 min drive
  • Holkham National Nature Reserve - 11 min drive
  • Sheringham Beach - 19 min drive
  • Cromer Beach - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Gunton Station - 21 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cafe Chapel Yard - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chubby Seal - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kings Head - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Byfords of Holt - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Folly Tearoom - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, stylish barn. Family & pet friendly. Close to beach. 3 nights min. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, stylish barn. Family & pet friendly. Close to beach. 3 nights min. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, stylish barn. Family & pet friendly. Close to beach. 3 nights min. ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, stylish barn. Family & pet friendly. Close to beach. 3 nights min. located?

This family-friendly Holt vacation home is located by the sea, 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Blakeney National Nature Reserve, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Natural Surroundings and North Norfolk Railway Holt Station. Sheringham Beach and Holkham National Nature Reserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Beautiful, stylish barn. Family & pet friendly. Close to beach. 3 nights min. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 143 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property. Great location.
Characterful, spacious, and comfortable. Perfect accommodation for our mixed family group.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, fantastic location
A wonderful place to stay, great location. Enjoyed every minute of our holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, spacious property in Cley
We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Manor House. It is very spacious and well equipped. This is our second visit to Cley and our first at the Manor House but we wouldn't hesitate to stay again. It is a beautiful area with many walks from the property and great places to eat.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B., Sheffield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property.
Lovely place, in a nice quiet location, but close to the pubs and shops in Cley.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
A great property in a pleasant small village!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seton C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birdwatching in Cley
Our second stay here and it was as pleasurable as the first. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maurice D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cottage
A beautiful property in a lovely location. Perfect for a family holiday. Thank you Rachel and David
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful barn
Stayed with my two sons and two dogs barn was perfect in every way and owners very helpful can’t wait to return highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEVE M., BELPER

Great base for our family.
Really enjoyed staying at the property,just right for our family get together,in a beautiful area.Hopefully we will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rob C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Cley weekend
A wonderful long weekend in this lovely luxury house in the charming village of Cley. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R., Bicester, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely break in a beautiful barn conversion
Property is very large and spacious. Equipped with all you could need. Owners very friendly and helpful. We had a lovely weeks stay and were well rested.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola D., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful barn
We had a wonderful week in this comfortable, well-equipped barn. Everything we needed was there, and it was perfectly situated for exploring the coast of north Norfolk.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicola k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Manor House Barn was just delightful. The space had the wow factor and we loved it. The barn was clean and well equipped. We love to go away to new destinations, this was one of the first that we genuinely felt that although just a 3 night stay, it felt longer and we had really relaxed. Two of the three nights we went to the George and Dragon and it was just wonderful. Great service, food and a two minute walk from the barn. The only very slight issue was no coffee but that was quickly resolved by going to the delightful picnic fayre that had many many fresh items such as pastries, bread etc Highly recommended and hope to return
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
a beautiful and spacious house, nice atmosphere, everything is there, in a beautiful setting. Suggestion: small kitchen upgrade.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cosy cottage
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the barn. Everything was exactly as advertised - spacious, clean, very well-equipped, very comfortable, and warm. It is beautifully located - a 2 minute walk to the salt marshes and coastal path, near a pub which does yummy food and close to the local deli and fish shop. Yet it was also beautifully quiet and set back from the road. We are looking forward to visiting again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place
We enjoyed the week in this wonderful place. Thank‘s a lot.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D., Hertfordshire UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb as usual.
Our third stay at this fabulous property and our second consecutive Christmas. Weather was poor at times but that didn’t detract from the location and ambiance of this lovely barn conversion. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous accommodation and location!
Rachel the host couldn’t have been more helpful in answering queries ahead of the booking. The barn was fabulous, the kids absolutely loved it and the interior was beautiful. Kitchen is pretty small but suited our needs for breakfast, picnic lunch, etc. Location amazing, Cley is beautiful and so many beautiful places to visit along the coast. Would definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old Manor House Barn Clay Next the Sea
We found the Old Manor House Barn cosy, yet spacious and the decor lovely. Everything we needed was thought of. The location was excellent: a short walk to the sea; a choice of pubs and local convenience store. Rachel our host was fantastic. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat Attenders
I think this was our 5th stay at the Barn - which says it all. This year the accommodation was just as good. Spacious - airy - all mod cons. We came earlier in the year than before and were blessed with fantastic weather - so the enclosed garden was frequently used. Good restaurants and pubs close by and Holkham Beach is a wow!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwynneth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cley next the water
Loved the barn, it’s a super big lounge but still managed to feel cosy. The owners are next door so if you had any problems I’m sure it would be dealt with straight away. We didn’t need to speak to them as the accommodation was first class. Walking distance to all the shops and fantastic pub.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

andy l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
We travelled as a group of friends and found the cottage the perfect base to explore the coast. We all loved the comfy beds and the really spacious living room with huge log burner. The kitchen is small, but perfectly formed and had everything we needed. Rachel was on hand immediately when we texted about a minor problem. Check in was super easy, the whole stay was very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Super Barn
This was our second stay but this time for two weeks. The accommodation is just right. A huge sitting room; adjoins a well equipped kitchen; comfortable furnishings; roomy bedrooms and bathrooms. Very well located in the center of Cley, with NWT nearby and close to superb Norfolk beaches. We plan to come again.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Beautiful barn - with a host who had thought of everything!
A really beautiful barn, dressed to perfection; in a perfect location with seriously comfy beds; well stocked kitchen and it smelled wonderful to boot. Rachel is a perfect host, she is there is you need her but makes a real point of not intruding. I could not or would not want to find fault and cannot wait to go back and visit again. Thank you for your wonderful hospitality. Cheers Martin, Helen, Oscar and of course Teddy.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Sarah O.

Beautiful conversion, very comfortable
Cley is a beautiful village with great fish smokery and Deli. Some good pubs around. Barn very pretty. We had terrible weather so the Wood burner helped keep us warm and cosy. Small but well equipped kitchen. One bedroom upstairs not en-suite means trip downstairs to loo. Loved the 4 day break and would return again. S
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018