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

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Outdoor dining
Gift shop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7146 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

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

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
  • 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

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

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,576 square feet

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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

  • Letheringsett Watermill - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Norfolk Coast - 7 min drive - 9.3 km
  • North Norfolk Railway Holt Station - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Sheringham Beach - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Cromer Beach - 19 min drive - 19.6 km

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 - ‬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 Holt Country Park 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. 135 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 150 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect quiet place to stay

We loved staying here. This was our second visit. It is very comfortable, has everything you need, and is in central Cley. Perfect in every way!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ann T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Comfortable North Norfolk Stay

We had a lovely week’s stay in a comfortable home, despite the weather being mixed. It is an excellent position with plenty of places to visit and to eat. The facilities in the home were good although the kitchen is a little small but overall a great stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place and splendid location

Very clean, small but well stocked kitchen, fantastic sitting room. Rachel was very welcoming and provided lots of useful info. Cley is a great place to stay. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

A lovely property in the perfect location with great pubs nearby for food, great walking with the dog along the coastal walks
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 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

Alistair I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super location

The property was spacious & clean and suited our needs with two grandchildren. We loved our week away and look forward to returning again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Back to the barn

We have been before - that is why we came back! The accommodation and facilities are just what we want for a s/c holiday. The enclosed garden is a bonus. We were lucky with the weather too. Rachel is a fab host - she lives next door so keeps everything in good order.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 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

Jane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic, high quality accomodation and wonderful location

Gorgeous barn, well equipped, furnished to a high standard. Very comfy. Cley is gorgeous, lovely walks, good food locally. 2 good pubs in the village. Thank you so much Rachel and David and also for the welcome basket too! Much appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Josephine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cley July 2024

Manor House Barn caters for all ages: travel cot, high chair and plenty of fridge and freezer space for large families. The barn is perfectly located in the centre of Cley and is ideal for coastal walks, bird watching or just chilling in the local pub. The deli down the road has a great selection of cakes and special treats you won’t find anywhere else. Communication with the owner was easy and queries answered quickly . The accommodation was clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend for a family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

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

Christopher D., Hertfordshire UK

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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

Christopher H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5th time - It Must Be Good

The Barn is a wonderful holiday home. Huge main room with ample bedroom space. Lovely enclosed private garden. Located in the centre of Cley - the G&D pub is round the corner. A great location to visit the delights of Norfolk from. The NWT bird sanctuary is close by with fantastic facilities and beautiful bird life. The owner Rachel lives next door and really cares about her guests. Thank you Rachel for anther great stay at the Barn - we will be back. Chris
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

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

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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