House

Individual barn overlooking open fields, dog friendly with open fire

Individual barn overlooking open fields, dog friendly with open fire

Photo gallery for Individual barn overlooking open fields, dog friendly with open fire

Property grounds
Bathroom
Property grounds
Golf
View from Barn garden

Overview of Individual barn overlooking open fields, dog friendly with open fire

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 248 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Wyverstone, ENG
  • Popular LocationCotton Mechanical Music Museum5 min drive
  • Popular LocationEmZo5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWyken Vineyards11 min drive
  • AirportLondon (STN-Stansted)76 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Individual barn overlooking open fields, dog friendly with open fire

Swallow Barn is a converted barn adjacent to our very special 16th century timber framed house. We have converted the barn to a high specification, taking into account our favourite bits of all the holiday lets we have stayed in over the years. We aim to create a sense of cosiness without loss of practicality. The barn affords lovely views over the field and is light and airy. In winter months the wood burner adds a welcoming glow to curl up with.

Covid 19 - Swallow Barn's unique feature is that it is in a very special position overlooking open fields with no need to interact with others if you don’t wish to do so when in the property.

Whilst no property can be described as ‘Covid-free’ we adhere to guidance by providing an enhanced set of cleaning standards and have invested in additional equipment and time in order to do this. For this reason we have changed our minimum stays from 2 to 4 nights. This will be reviewed as the situation evolves.

Swallow Barn has its' own garden which is pretty secure and which is a haven for wildlife. We commonly see a variety of birds and deer walk through our meadow.

We are big dog lovers and own 2 rescue dogs. We are happy to accept well behaved dogs. We have a cat who is dog friendly to dogs who know how to treat him!

Dog guests will be able to share the use of our 2acre field behind the house. Please note owners will need to bring their own dog bed and bedding.

Property manager

Rosie at Swallow Barn
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only
Yes babies or toddlers if sleeping in a travel cot

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Please contact me if you wish to bring dog(s)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is outside the property

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Stowmarket

Located in Stowmarket, this vacation home is in a rural area. Wyken Vineyards and Peddars Way are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Knettishall Heath Country Park and Bradfield Woods. Cotton Mechanical Music Museum and EmZo are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, hiking, and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Cotton Mechanical Music Museum - 5 min drive
  • EmZo - 5 min drive
  • Wyken Vineyards - 11 min drive
  • Pakenham Watermill - 12 min drive
  • The 95th Bomb Group Hospital Museum - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Elmswell Station - 9 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Bull Inn - 13 min drive
  • The Kings Arms - 9 min drive
  • The Bull Inn - 2 min drive
  • the White Horse - 5 min drive
  • The White Horse Inn - 5 min drive

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 5 - Excellent. 73 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Good. 10 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 3 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 1 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews" "

5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Get Away
This is our 3rd sty at the property. Each time we return there is something new and improved. The owners keep it very clean and well presented. We feel like it’s home from home and look forward to returning again. The area is full of footpaths and easy walks. A very peaceful location and the enclosed garden at the property is a bonus for the dog! Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

5/5 Excellent

Dianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family visit
Everything is lovely. Great field for our dogs lovely host and cosy cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

4/5 Good

kevin p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twixmas 2023
Loved the bed and log burner, also the sofa was very comfortable. Totally dog friendly and had a very enjoyable relaxing break.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

5/5 Excellent

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
R&R
What can I say was one of the nicest places we have stayed in . We enjoyed our stay so much that we are already looking to book for next year . Lots of nice little touches and so lovely to have a wood burner for the windy chilly evenings. Made our Christmas that little bit more special.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

5/5 Excellent

Marian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect retreat
Swallow Barn is a great place to get away from it all - tranquil, warm and cosy. So many little touches that make you feel welcome from the start. The weather during our stay was fairly wild, wet and windy, but with a comfy sofa to relax on by the log burner - we were content! All rooms were much bigger than we had imagined, and the bedroom was light and airy, and the bed very comfortable. We slept so well with no traffic noise or light pollution. Thank you Rosie and Richard for an amazing stay - we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rosie at Swallow Barn

Host profile image
I live in rural Suffolk surrounded by fields and wildlife. I am passionate about dogs and enjoy walking, painting and drawing.

Why they chose this property

Thank you for your interest in Swallow Barn situated in rural Suffolk. A one bedroom holiday let for 2 people (and children < 24 months), designed for real country lovers and those seeking a much needed retreat from the pressures of daily life.

Swallow Barn is an individual, listed barn in the heart of the Suffolk countryside in the village of Wyverstone. We are based approximately 20 mins from the historic town of Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket with good rail links to London and other major cities. The impressive Suffolk coastline is also only an hour's drive away. There is a village shop and pub a 5 minute drive away or a 15 minute walk.

Having stayed at many a holiday let over the years, we know how hard it can be to find decent accommodation that combines a sense of cosiness with practicality. We have therefore tried to include all our favourite things about holiday lets into just one place. Imagine lying in a blissfully comfortable bed whilst looking up at the stars or, sitting in a garden overlooking a peaceful meadow, watching the swallows duck and dive in the summer months, truly magical.

Being dog lovers with a history of taking rescues, we have never felt comfortable with leaving them behind when we go on holiday. For this reason we are happy to welcome well behaved canine friends to the barn. The barn comes with its own enclosed garden and guests can also enjoy shared access to our field overlooking the property which is perfect for ball games.

We look forward to welcoming you to this special place.

What makes this property unique

Peace and quiet, rural location. Private entrance and enclosed garden. Guests will enjoy use of our 2 acre field and many available dog walks surrounding the property.

Premier Host

Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

More Vacation Rentals ideas

People also search for