[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # WOODPECKER BARN - CWL Cottage in Fakenham with kitchen and fireplace ![Dishwasher, highchair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89490000/89488100/89488043/3e442fc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89490000/89488100/89488043/f292588a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89490000/89488100/89488043/c50d37ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89490000/89488100/89488043/ff758d28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89490000/89488100/89488043/1d2a986c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the peaceful village of Sculthorpe, near Norfolk's sandy coastline, Piggyback Barns welcome you with characterful charm. With a wood burner and comfortable open-plan living space in each barn conversion, enjoy modern comforts amidst exposed beams and character flooring. Take advantage of the on-site games room with pool table and mini gym or relax in your own enclosed garden. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Gym - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### WOODPECKER BARN - CWL Lovely family home, with character floor, wood burner and four poster bed. Burnham Market and Fakenham close by.. Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer Bedroom 3: 2 x Zip and Link Single Beds (Super Kingsize On Request) Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet Bedroom 4: 2 x Zip and Link Single Beds (Super Kingsize On Request) Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Toilet Separate Toilet. First Floor: Bedroom 1: Four Poster Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet Bedroom 2: Four Poster Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Oil central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Logs for wood burner available locally. Travel cot and highchair. Use of external games room and mini gym with pool table, air hockey, table tennis, table football, running machine, rowing machine, cross-trainer and cycle (shared, open 6am-10pm - subject to private hire). Enclosed, walled, lawned garden with patio, terrace, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a fenced moat within grounds. No stag or hen parties, family bookings only. This property has a security deposit of £200.. Offering a welcoming holiday retreat for large families and groups, these four beautiful barn conversions, three of which are adjoining (CUL, CWL and UKC3286), and one detached property (UK11053), are full of charm and character with exposed beams, character flooring and equipped to offer all modern day comforts. Boasting a comfortable, open-plan living space with a wood burner and well-equipped kitchen, each barn has its own enclosed, walled, lawned garden with seating. There is a function hall on-site (with conference and catering facilities for up to 250 guests) which may be available for use by prior arrangement with the owner. Neighbouring the owner’s farm, Piggyback Barns are situated in the peaceful village of Sculthorpe, just 8 miles from the Norfolk coastline with its wealth of sandy beaches, and RSPB bird and nature reserves. Excellent walking and cycling can be enjoyed from the doorstep and fishing is nearby. Fakenham, 2 miles away, offers good shops, restaurants, inns, a bowling alley, a cinema and a golf course. Bustling Burnham Market with village shops, inns and restaurants, is 7 miles away. Wells-next-the-Sea, 8 miles, offers an excellent sandy beach with colourful beach huts, a small shopping town centre with many inns and restaurants, and a picturesque fishing harbour - popular for fresh shellfish. Further along the coast is Brancaster an uncrowded sandy beach and golf course. Brancaster Staithe provides a popular venue for sailing and boating enthusiasts. The traditional seaside towns of Heacham and Hunstanton offer an array of activities for all ages. Many places of historical interest and stately homes are within the surrounding area. 20 minutes drive away is the historical town of Kings Lynn for shopping, market place, restaurants, inns and theatre, and also Norwich city for excellent shopping, castle museum, cathedral, theatre, market place, restaurants and inns. Beach 8 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile. These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 44 guests. Free WiFi The property is located on a working farm. Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards. Families or couples only. Only dogs allowed at the property. One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference prior to arrival). No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed. There is open water in the property grounds. Pets must be kept on a lead at all times. A £200 security deposit may be asked for on arrival. Please contact the owner in order to make this payment ahead of your stay. The deposit will be refunded within 14 days of your departure once the property has been checked and no damages are claimed. Wi-Fi is free. During peak periods when all 30+ guests are streaming to their devices the connection 'can' be slow. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing - Gym ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92620000/92617900/92617804/255ea700.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as su-CWL-CWL ## About the area Located in Fakenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Whin Hill Cider and Royal West Norfolk Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Norfolk Coast and Titchwell Marsh Nature Reserve. Wells and Walsingham Light Railway and Mid-Norfolk Railway - County School Station are also worth visiting. [Visit our Fakenham travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Fakenham.dx602418) [View more Cottages in Fakenham](https://www.expedia.ca/Fakenham-Cottages.d602418-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.85150%2C0.81816&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Zmevv7OzGcOHjRl8pbQXIwmyGPM=) Sculthorpe, Fakenham ### What's nearby - The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham - 6 min drive - 8.1 km - Norfolk Coast - 9 min drive - 12.6 km - Holkham Hall - 16 min drive - 18.5 km - Houghton Hall - 16 min drive - 16.9 km - Wells-next-the-Sea Beach - 17 min drive - 16.9 km ### Getting around - Mid-Norfolk Railway Dereham - 28 min drive - Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 46 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Limes (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive - ‪Fakenham Conservative Club - ‬6 min drive - ‪Gallery Bistro - ‬5 min drive - ‪Shapes Restaurant - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is WOODPECKER BARN - CWL pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at WOODPECKER BARN - CWL? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at WOODPECKER BARN - CWL? > Check-out is at 9:30 AM. ### Where is WOODPECKER BARN - CWL located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham, Pensthorpe Natural Park, and Norfolk Coast. Whin Hill Cider and The Granary Theatre are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question