Self-Catering Tawny Owl Barn in Norwich

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April 2022

The place itself is lovely and very well kept. The cottage was smart but some facilities were lacking.Bed very comfortable and we will miss that. We had the same experience as previous person and wished we had seen their review before booking. Owner lives on site and is so very intrusive, when we arrived he stayed for over 20 minutes watching everything that was brought in. He said they are straight talking but as we found over the week he was quite rude. When we arrive there was 3 of us in the car and the dog,The third person was our son who was staying eleswhere down the road but wouldnt allow our dog. This seem to unsettle the owner immidiately so felt quite unwelcoming. As the 3 of us were out for most of the day and only returning for a late evening meal together due to the dog situation we could only eat together in the cottage. Afterwards we took our son to his property about 10pm. Afrer 2 night the owner came and said our son could no longer come for a meal as only allowed 2 people in the cottage for insurance purposes, which we felt was more of the fact they didnt like us going out at 10pm and ironic as he spent more time with us than our son did. After that we felt more of an atmosphere and the main gate that was unlocked previously during the day to allow freedom of movement was now padlocked all day every day and just felt like he was trying to prove something. As the other stated he treats you like a child especially with the inspection and really sets you on edge during your stay to the point you dread going back at the end of the day or if you dont get away from him when going to the car. This farm was very into its horses and stbles are at the front and exercised at the back, where the horses were the dog couldnt wasnt allowed. The other thing we found odd was the rule that if your dog wee's on the grass you have to wash the grass with a watering can. With this and the way he was staring at the dog when we arrived just makes you feel this should not be a dog friendly place. Sad becuse cottage is nice with lovely surrounding and the owners wife was helpful when our dog was hurt on one of the doors, but would not recommend to go because of the main owner.

Barber

September 2020

Just back from a weeks stay at the Tawny owl,highly recommended! !!!! It,s in a beautiful location with easy access to see so much of Norfolk. The owners are lovely and always on hand to help if you need them for anything. The barns are done to perfection and of high standard,everything you will need is there for you,they have thought of everything which will make your stay even easier. A truly hidden gem!!!! We will definitely return as we just loved being there so peaceful and relaxing but especially to spend time again with the lovely Sid

Lou K

August 2020

The barn is lovely. Wonderful quiet location, lovely view over fields. Very comfortable bed. The owner is trying to be welcoming, but we found him a little invasive. He insisted on going through every detail of the property, when we would rather have been left in peace to read the instructions (which he was very adamant that we MUST read) and figure things out ourselves. His heavy handed, didactic way of talking about the rules felt unwelcoming. Please presume that your guests are good people who will leave the property in a good state.... rather than treating them like naughty children. Insisting on coming round at 9.30am on the day of our departure to inspect the place was belittling and unnecessary, and further disturbing of the little time we had there. We are both experiencing some difficulties in our life and needed some peace and quiet but every time we stepped out, he wanted to engage in conversation. If you are chatty and sociable, you may really enjoy this, I can see how some people would find him attentive and nice. But he didn't pick up any of our cues about wanting to be left alone and it made our time there a little anxiety inducing. We probably should not have booked somewhere with onsite owners.....but I also think the owner could try and assess which of his guests are eager to chat and which ones are not. In summary, if you are happy to engage and chat frequently with owner, and don't take offence at being spoken to like a child, I can truly recommend it for the lovely accommodation and location. If you prefer to be left alone you might not find this place suitable.

Barber, September 2020

August 2020

A very friendly couple with a wonderful cottage in a quiet country location.. The cottage being easy to find,clean and having all the necessary modern facilities.

Mr Griffin, August 2020

August 2020

Lovely farm but lots of flies due to horses , we really had a nice time there .... Lovely farm but lots of flies due to horses , we really had a nice time there they just need a few extras like bigger breakfast dishes, pint glasses etc 9 out 10 relaxing clean tidy

Mr Game, August 2020

July 2020

Lovely place and surroundings.. Accommodation clean and comfortable and a safe,secure garden for my dog. Owners very friendly and helpful. Will definitely book again when visiting Norfolk as it's central and easy to get to the coast and places of interest.

Ms Gilbert, July 2020

December 2019

Our landlord was extremely helpful and friendly he made us feel really welcome .. We loved seeing his wife's horses she was lovely. If you need peace and quiet on your holiday we recommend that you stay here nature is good here .our accommodation was so good and the bed was extremely comfortable. We can't fault this lovely place. And if you want to you can ride one of Andreas horses .

Mrs Weaving, December 2019

October 2019

What a fantastic place to stay, high class self catering accommodation at it's best.. Max is a great host very friendly and knowledgeable about the local area. If your looking for peace and quiet in relaxing surroundings this is the place for you. Situated approx 1 km from the geographical centre of Norfolk no where is more than an hour away. We can thoroughly recommend a trip to the beach at Wells-next-the-sea followed a hot chocolate in the dog friendly beach cafe or fish and chips at either of the 2 fish and chip shops by the harbour. Tip don't park on the harbour, very expensive, park in the public car park about 200m away or down by the beach.

Mr Pelling, October 2019

September 2019

The friendly greeting and cleanliness of the property made this an exceptional weeks holiday

Mrs Webb, September 2019

August 2019

A lovely property which was spotlessly clean.. Situated in a peaceful location.

Mr Pell, August 2019

July 2019

Lovely location great for visiting other places in Norfolk but equally so, enjoyable for a quiet and relaxing weekend, would definitely recommend to others, Max and Andrea very nice hosts, and the dog loved being able to sit outside in the patio garden and watch the sun go down too! Had a very nice weekend.

Ms Hastings, July 2019

June 2019

Unfortunately our holiday was cut short by bad weather.. Max the owner was a lovely guy who made us feel welcome . This property was the cleanest we have ever stayed in had the weather been better we would of been reluctant to leave . We would recommend Tawny owl barn to any one who wants a quiet restful holiday holiday.

Mrs Kittler, June 2019

June 2019

Perfect place to relax, clean & tidy owners very friendly & helpful

Mrs Candler

April 2019

This barn was perfect for our stay in Norfolk.. Mr and Mrs Stanley are a charming couple who were very helpful and made our stay there most comfortable. The view from the barn is stunning and we loved to watch the wildlife from our bed in the morning. Their beautiful horses are amazing. In all ,a perfect location, great hosts and a place we will certainly be returning to. Paul and Terri Candler.

Mr Tobutt

April 2019

This holiday exceeded our expectations by a long way.. From the moment we arrived Max and his wife went the extra mile making us welcome, explaining everything we needed to know about our stay. Max’s advice on local issues we found very helpful. Overall we cannot praise and thank them enough for a fantastic break Kind regards Dave and Frances Tobutt

Mr Khan

September 2018

Fantastic!! Beautifully presented with everything you could need . Wonderful welcome from Max and exactly the peaceful place we wanted. Easy access to travel out and about if you wanted to or just sit and while the time away watching the horses during the day and bats over the garden at dusk. We will definitely be back.

Mr Kelleher

September 2018

First the owner was very nosey.. the cooking facilities were very old and the oven did not heat up properly, he didn't want the dog to be in the garden when he had the horses out , once a week they have a clay pidgeon shooting from 6.30pm so says we should go to the pup for a few hours lucky for us it finished the week before but next door said when they went before they were not warned and it was terrible, one day when my husband went out and I was in with the dog he came knocking very hard on the door because he thought we had left the dog in on its own, he stated more than once to make sure we left it clean and tidy which I always do,does he want it spring cleaned for him when we arrived he made sure we read a list of rules not very welcoming. WOULD NOT GO AGAIN

Mrs Ford

August 2018

A truly enjoyable holiday and the accommodation was excellent.. The owners were friendly and very welcoming worth recommending

Mrs Austin

August 2018

The accommodation we stayed in had the wow factor.. It was clean and had everything we needed, and was tastefully decorated. There was also the novelty factor, us being townies, the barn was situated within the grounds of riding stables so we were able to watch their horses being put through their paces whilst having breakfast, how often do you see that? All in all a very enjoyable stay, and we would certainly go back and stay there again.

Mr Outridge

July 2018

The peace and tranquility of this location is beyond compare, our hosts were attentive friendly and helpful though not obtrusive.. The accomodation was spick and span with modern in decor.

Mr Pearce

July 2018

Tawny owl barn was a fantastic place to stay.. Well equipped & beautifully kept. We actually got to see an owl on one of the nights we stayed along with deer. The owners were very welcoming & friendly & nothing was to much trouble. We would highly recommend tawny owl cottage for a holiday. Thank you very much for a lovely week.

Mrs Garner

July 2018

Really nice place but owner a bit over friendly

Mr Hart

June 2018

Great Owners , made us feel very welcome , very quiet and peaceful ,

Mr Heard

April 2018

Very friendly and approachable owner.. The quiet surroundings gave us exactly what we were seeking. Very clean and homely interior with everything required to cook in the barn.

Ms Roberts

August 2017

Tawny Owl studio is lovely.. If you want a very quiet and peaceful holiday this is ideal. The studio has everything you would need in a holiday let and is very comfortable.

Ms Roberts, August 2017

March 2017

Max was very attentive,and his dogs were very friendly.. The accommodation was comfortable. When they thought it was Friday and not Monday to Friday but it got sorted OK. Also it would be helpful to have a reading light in bedroom

Mrs Crispin, March 2017

November 2016

A very warm welcome on arrival, and frequent (not intrusive ) visits to ensure we had everything we needed.. The extremely comfortable bed made relaxing after a lot visiting in Norfolk and Essex a delight. Also the atmosphere was one of freedom and enjoyment.

Mr Horn, November 2016

September 2016

Superb location and owners were great

Mr Mcdarby

July 2016

Tawny Owl Barn is an excellent accommodation, with a very knowledgeable owner this made for a relaxing holiday.

Mr Matthias, September 2016

July 2016

Tawny Owl Barn is an excellent accommodation, with a very knowledgeable owner this made for a relaxing holiday..

Mrs Edes

June 2016

It was very relaxing, and the owners were available if needed. This was our first holiday away with our dog and the owners gave us some good ideas of where to take the dog for long walks and dog friendly pub/restaurant in the area. It is high quality accommodation with lots of extras to make you feel very welcome.

Mr Mcdarby, July 2016

June 2016

It was very relaxing, and the owners were available if needed.. This was our first holiday away with our dog and the owners gave us some good ideas of where to take the dog for long walks and dog friendly pub/restaurant in the area. It is high quality accommodation with lots of extras to make you feel very welcome.

Mrs Lester

May 2016

The owners were very welcoming. The property is well looked after and decorated really nice. The location was perfect for peace and quiet and for travelling around Norfolk. We will definitely recommend the property and Sykes Cottages.

Miss Jarvis

May 2016

The cottage was cosy and very well equipped, it made the most of the space and the bathroom and shower were surprisingly generous in size too. The surroundings were stunning; at night seeing a blanket of stars and hearing just an owl in the distance is my perfect idea of getting back to basics. The owners were friendly, approachable and keen to offer tips and recommendations on the trip too.

Mrs Edes, June 2016

May 2016

The owners were very welcoming.. The property is well looked after and decorated really nice. The location was perfect for peace and quiet and for travelling around Norfolk. We will definitely recommend the property and Sykes Cottages.

Mrs Lester, May 2016

May 2016

The cottage was cosy and very well equipped, it made the most of the space and the bathroom and shower were surprisingly generous in size too.. The surroundings were stunning; at night seeing a blanket of stars and hearing just an owl in the distance is my perfect idea of getting back to basics. The owners were friendly, approachable and keen to offer tips and recommendations on the trip too.

Mr Brown

September 2015

Beautiful accommodation and surroundings. It was very central location for our requirements and the owners were very nice and helpful. All I can say is that we will return. Excellent, 10 out 10.

Mrs Butler

September 2015

The barn conversion was very tastefully renovated, the owners were really nice and made us very welcome. We would defiantly go back.

Miss Jarvis, May 2016

September 2015

Beautiful accommodation and surroundings.. It was very central location for our requirements and the owners were very nice and helpful. All I can say is that we will return. Excellent, 10 out 10.

Mr Brown, September 2015

August 2015

The barn conversion was very tastefully renovated, the owners were really nice and made us very welcome.. We would defiantly go back.

Mr Foot

July 2015

The location was ideal; quiet peaceful. The quality of the holiday home was excellent.

Mrs Butler, August 2015

June 2015

The location was ideal; quiet & peaceful.. The quality of the holiday home was excellent.

Mr Griffiths

May 2015

The peace and quiet and the views from the barn were lovely. The barn itself was a beautiful place to stay and relax - it is perfect for a peaceful getaway.

Mr Hannah

May 2015

Tawny Owl Barn was a quiet and amazing place to stay and the owners were truly wonderful people.

Mr Foot, June 2015

May 2015

The peace and quiet and the views from the barn were lovely.. The barn itself was a beautiful place to stay and relax - it is perfect for a peaceful getaway.

Ms Cook

April 2015

Loved the quiet location on a stable with views over fields. There were horses to stroke and a great field to walk our doggie. Had friendly hosts and an owl to listen to at night from the tree outside the barn. Very comfy bed in a delightful bijou accommodation.

Mr Griffiths, May 2015

April 2015

Tawny Owl Barn was a quiet and amazing place to stay and the owners were truly wonderful people..

Mr Hannah, April 2015

April 2015

Loved the quiet location on a stable with views over fields.. There were horses to stroke and a great field to walk our doggie. Had friendly hosts and an owl to listen to at night from the tree outside the barn. Very comfy bed in a delightful bijou accommodation.

Mr Fuller

March 2015

Very clean, comfortable and well appointed, we had a wonderful time.

Ms Cook, April 2015

March 2015

Very clean, comfortable and well appointed, we had a wonderful time..

Mrs Smith

December 2014

The fenced in garden was perfect for our dog and the owners had thought to put a Christmas tree up which was a lovely touch. They supplied tea, coffee, sugar and little extras like cooking oil, foil and kitchen roll. The studio was lovely, warm and cosy.

Mr Fuller, March 2015

December 2014

The fenced in garden was perfect for our dog and the owners had thought to put a Christmas tree up which was a lovely touch.. They supplied tea, coffee, sugar and little extras like cooking oil, foil and kitchen roll. The studio was lovely, warm and cosy.

Mrs Edwards

November 2014

A beautiful spot surrounded by wildlife horses, a very peaceful setting. The owners were very friendly and kept a low profile but were there if you needed help or information. The Barns were excellent conversions, well fitted out and furnished.

Mrs Smith, December 2014

October 2014

A beautiful spot surrounded by wildlife & horses, a very peaceful setting.. The owners were very friendly and kept a low profile but were there if you needed help or information. The Barns were excellent conversions, well fitted out and furnished.

Mrs Edwards, October 2014

October 2014

A very high standard of décor at Tawny Owl Barn and attention to detail.. Fabulously comfortable bed, the peaceful & relaxing location, sitting in the garden at twilight listening to the owls and looking at the stars. The perfect central location for exploring Norfolk, and not forgetting the owners who were very friendly and helpful without being intrusive.

Mr Abel

October 2014

A very high standard of décor at Tawny Owl Barn and attention to detail. Fabulously comfortable bed, the peaceful relaxing location, sitting in the garden at twilight listening to the owls and looking at the stars. The perfect central location for exploring Norfolk, and not forgetting the owners who were very friendly and helpful without being intrusive.

Mr Gravestock

September 2014

The owners of Tawny Owl were magnificent, kind and had time for us. We would love to return and we will certainly tell everyone about this lovely place.

Mr Abel, October 2014

September 2014

The owners of Tawny Owl were magnificent, kind and had time for us.. We would love to return and we will certainly tell everyone about this lovely place.

Mrs Hill

August 2014

An excellent studio accommodation for couples. Very peaceful location with no artificial light seen at night from the garden. Very welcoming host.

Mr Gravestock, September 2014

August 2014

An excellent studio accommodation for couples.. Very peaceful location with no artificial light seen at night from the garden. Very welcoming host.