A family-friendly stay in Fakenham awaits you at this cottage. You'll be 7.1 km (4.4 mi) from The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham and 10.4 km (6.4 mi) from Norfolk Coast. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and 2 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. A patio, a living room and a Smart TV are also available.
The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
Norfolk Coast - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
Pensthorpe Natural Park - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
The Granary Theatre - 14 min drive - 15.2 km
Whin Hill Cider - 15 min drive - 14.9 km
Getting around
Mid-Norfolk Railway Dereham - 21 min drive
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
Sculthorpe Mill - 2 min drive
McDonalds - 6 min drive
Costa Coffee - 5 min drive
The Limes (Wetherspoon) - 5 min drive
Shapes Restaurant - 6 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.
Spacious family friendly barn with luxury indoor pool & tennis courts onsite
The spacious living area which feels light and airy with the original barns beamed ceilings. The cottage is flooded with light it has a double aspect looking out over both the courtyards and the gardens.
The home from home kitchen is well-equipped with plenty of cupboard & worktop space, ideal for whipping up family meals and picnics. Appliances include a gas cooker, Rayburn range cooker (off in the summer), fridge freezer, microwave washing machine and dishwasher. Cupboards and drawers are stocked with cutlery, crockery glasses pans and oven trays. There is also a toaster, Tassimo coffee machine and a cafetiere, tea towels oven gloves and an eco-housekeeping starter box are also provided. Swallow has a large idining table which can be extended to seat up to 10 for a family gathering. The bright living space has 2 large sofas and a comfortable arm-chair, for those cosy winter evenings there is also a wood burning stove (first bag of logs and firelighters are complimentary). Onsite we have fibre broadband, free Wi-Fi and the cottage has a 43"LG Smart TV with Amazon Prime Video and Netflix so you can watch all your favourite shows. There are 3 bedrooms: the Master Bedroom has a king sized bed and leads to a Jack and Jill style family bathroom with an over bath shower, WC and hand basin. There is a single bedroom which has a 3ft single bed and clothes storage. The 3rd bedroom is a double bedroom with 2 x 2ft6" zip and link beds and has an en-suite bathroom with a shower, WC and hand basin. The cottage is supplied with books and games and a Red Kite travel cot, and high chair, other baby friendly extras can be booked in advance of your stay.
OUTSIDE The glazed patio doors lead out from the living space on to the terrace overlooking a private fenced garden area and out to the shared grassy recreation paddock and play areas, where children can meet new friends and enjoy some freedom in while Mum and Dad can cook up a storm on the charcoal barbecue with a glass of wine whilst keeping an eye on things. There is ample private parking on site and In the lower car park there is an E.V. charging point. You'll find plenty to do on site, including taking a dip in the luxury indoor heated pool, tennis or pool and table tennis in the games room where there is also a toddler play area. Sorry, we do not permit dogs on our main site.
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)
General
Bicycles
Electric car charging station
Garden
Unit size: 883 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Swallow Cranmer Cottages
Swallow Cottage Cranmer Country Cottages
SWALLOW COTTAGE Cranmer Country Cottages Fakenham
SWALLOW COTTAGE Cranmer Country Cottages Apartment
SWALLOW COTTAGE Cranmer Country Cottages Apartment Fakenham
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Spacious family friendly barn with luxury indoor pool & tennis courts onsite?
The closest beach to Spacious family friendly barn with luxury indoor pool & tennis courts onsite is Wells-next-the-Sea Beach (12.6 km).
How much does it cost to stay at Spacious family friendly barn with luxury indoor pool & tennis courts onsite?
As of 1 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious family friendly barn with luxury indoor pool & tennis courts onsite on 2 Jul 2026 start from NZ$1,950, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Spacious family friendly barn with luxury indoor pool & tennis courts onsite have a pool?
Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool and an indoor pool.
Is Spacious family friendly barn with luxury indoor pool & tennis courts onsite family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Spacious family friendly barn with luxury indoor pool & tennis courts onsite is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Spacious family friendly barn with luxury indoor pool & tennis courts onsite?
No, Spacious family friendly barn with luxury indoor pool & tennis courts onsite does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Spacious family friendly barn with luxury indoor pool & tennis courts onsite?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Spacious family friendly barn with luxury indoor pool & tennis courts onsite?
No, pets are not allowed.
Spacious family friendly barn with luxury indoor pool & tennis courts onsite Reviews
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
26 Apr 2024
Another great stay
4th time of visiting and a brilliant place for friends, family and children. Great location to access beaches and all Norfolk has to offer. Pool is really clean.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Natalie W.
5 Feb 2025
A weekend away to celebrate a family birthday
Thank you for a wonderful stay!. Everything was perfect ,such a beautiful place. Close to lots of near by beautiful , towns , beaches and pubs. Everything was perfect from start to finish and we look forward to returning one day.
Natalie W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
5 Mar 2025
Perfect family stay
Beautiful cottage just as I’d hoped, perfect for our family. Well equipped, everything we needed for our stay. Beautiful outlook - would love to come back for longer in the summer months to make the most of it. The children loved the games room and the swimming pool, and the private swimming hour was perfect. Ideal location for exploring the beautiful Norfolk coastline. We will definitely be looking to return in the near future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Katie E.
26 Apr 2024
Lovely summer family stay
This is was our second stay at Cranmer and we enjoyed it as much as the first time. Cottage was comfortable and well equipped for our family with three young children. Owners were helpful with any issues or questions we had. Location is great for reaching so many places and attractions. We’ll definitely be back!
Katie E.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Charles G.
19 Feb 2024
Cranmer cottages are a lovely place for a family holiday
Cranmer cottages are a lovely place for a family holiday, there is plenty to do both at the cottages and in the surrounding countryside. The cottages are clean, attractive, well equipped and have a light and airy feel. Having a manned office on site in working hours was areal bonus.
Charles G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Linda C.
26 Apr 2024
Last minute booking
As always Cranmer delivered on all fronts. Cottage lovely, location beautiful. Peaceful and the open space that Norfolk is famous for.
Us and our family have been using Cranmer for 12 years now and always have wonderful holidays.
Linda C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Joanne V.
26 Apr 2024
Peaceful, sociable cottage, excellent facilities
We stayed at Swallow cottage as a last getaway before Christmas. We had previously stayed in End Cottage. Swallow was perfect for us, being open plan, we were able to socialise all together whether cooking or in the lounge area.
The cottage itself provided all home comforts and excellent facilities.
The bonus is the use of the pool, of which we were able to book extra swims due to availability. There is a games room too, which was perfect for my son to play in, with the use of a badminton table and pool table, as well as a book corner and play area for younger children.
The team at Cramer Cottages were super accommodating and kept in touch pre-during and post booking.
Will definitely stay again. Thank you
Joanne V.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
26 Apr 2024
A lovely stay in a beautiful cottage
We booked Swallow Cottage on a last minute deal. I was a little worried about going in a complex with a number of other properties but it suited our needs for a long weekend visit to see family. I needn’t have worried. Despite nearly full occupancy, the site was so quiet and we were barely aware of any other guests. The swimming pool is lovely and such a rare treat. As we had only booked a short stay, we only had one private pool slot but the ‘open’ slots were deserted so managed a lovely quiet swim each day. The cottage itself was beautifully equipped with quality products and a nice mix of modern and vintage decoration. It was very comfortable. The staff were very helpful and friendly before booking and when we arrived. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and wouldn’t hesitate to come back.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susanne P.
26 Apr 2024
A lovely 14th stay!
As the title suggests we are big fans of Cranmer cottages returning every year and sometimes twice. Our children refuse to go anywhere else for October half term. Swallow is our favourite cottage as we get to enjoy having a real fire which we don’t get to do in London and the amenities are so useful especially when the October weather can be unpredictable. The games room and pool get a lot of use in the rain and pool was visited every day! Close to lots of great places to visit like Holkham Hall, Wells next to the sea etc. also great Pubs like the Crown at East Rudham and the Sculthorpe Mill.
Sometimes as with any place there can be things that don’t work or need attention but Lynne,John, Nikki and team are always on hand to fix them quickly and sort out any issues so that you barely even notice they happened.
We highly recommend them and their eco credentials are impeccable so you can feel extra good about your visit!
See you next year!