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The Hen House

Barsham, near Beccles, Suffolk
Sleeps 14
Bedrooms 7
Bathrooms 7
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Internet access
Working farm
Open fire / wood burner
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Fabulous property in a tranquil farm setting perfectly tailored to large groups
  • Plan celebratory meals to enjoy inside or alfresco
  • Cosy wood burner and seating for relaxing evenings

Property code: OC-THEN

"Absolutely wonderful accommodation! So clean and tidy on arrival. Everything has been thought of and provided to make this an excellent base for exploring the local area. Such a lovely setting with the farm animals for the children and adults too". - Victoria Bilton

Beautifully located in a village called Barsham only 2 miles from the popular town of Beccles, The Hen House is a fantastic holiday let comprised of two barn conversions, Lavender and Bluebell. With an adjoining door between the two barns the whole family can flow between the two. Nestled on a farm alongside a small glamping site, there is plenty to see and do right on your doorstep from collecting eggs to enjoying the other farm animals. There are also three circular walks from our site ranging in miles as well as cycle routes nearby ideal for guests looking for an active holiday.

The hen house offers two large open plan living areas comprising of a kitchen, dining space and sitting area. Beautifully furnished to provide a real touch of luxury during your Suffolk holiday. The sitting areas are fitted with a woodburning stoves making these properties an ideal spot for breaks all year round. The kitchen areas, all newly fitted, have all equipment and appliances you will need to make the most of your self-catering stay.

The Hen House boasts seven bedrooms. All beautifully furnished and fitted but still ensuring maximum comfort and ease of use for guests with ample storage for clothing. Five of the seven bedrooms have zip and link beds offering guests the option of either a super king sized bed or twin beds making the property very flexible for any party make up that may wish to stay. All bedrooms offer ensuite facilities, all newly fitted.

Outside, as well as being surrounded by beautiful countryside, guests have access to your own private garden with barbeque facilities. Perfect for some al fresco dining during the summer months. Private parking is also available for up to two cars at Bluebell Cottage.

A smaller party of either 6 or 8 guests may consider booking Bluebell Cottage or Lavender Cottage individually.

Why we love this property: With such flexible bed arrangements this truly beautiful barn conversion will make the perfect base for a large family gathering or group of friends.

GROUND FLOOR
Entrance glass French doors leading into:
Open plan room 1 with Kitchen area: An island and four bar stools. On the island there is an induction hob and double Bosch oven along with storage space and lighting above. This area also has a fridge freezer, washer dryer, Neff dishwasher. Dining area: Table and twelve chairs. Sitting area: Free standing wood burner, large deep glass panels providing field views, wall mounted television, three large sofas.
Open plan room 2 with Kitchen area: Neff dishwasher, Bosch oven and induction hob, washer/dryer, Neff fridge, freezer, deep work tops. Dining area: Table and six chairs. Sitting area: Wall mounted television, wood burner, two large sofas and coffee table.

Bedroom 1: Double bed, dressing table, fitted wardrobe with hanging and shelving. En-suite bathroom: Bath, hand-held shower attachment, vanity basin, WC. Heated towel rail. Field views.
Bedroom 2: Twin beds (which can be made into super king bed, please specify at time of booking). Fitted wardrobe and field views. En-suite shower room: Large shower cubicle, vanity basin and WC. Heated towel rail.
Bedroom 3: Twin beds (which can be made into super king bed, please specify at time of booking). Fitted wardrobe. En-suite shower room: Large shower cubicle, vanity basin and WC. Heated towel rail.
Bedroom 4: Super king size bed (which can be made into twin beds, please specify at time of booking). Fitted wardrobe. En-suite shower room: Large shower cubicle, vanity basin and WC. Heated towel rail.
Bedroom 5: King sized bed and fitted wardbrobe. En-suite shower room: Large shower cubicle, vanity basin and WC. Heated towel rail.
Bedroom 6: Super king bed (which can be made into twin beds, please specify at time of booking). Fitted wardrobe and chest of drawers. Ensuite shower room: Large shower cubicle, vanity basin and WC. Heated towel rail.
Bedroom 7: Twin beds (which can be made into a super king bed, please specify at time of booking). Dressing table and fitted wardrobe. Ensuite bathroom: Bath and hand-held shower attachment, vanity basin and WC.

Garden: Patio area with furniture and barbecue with grass area beyond. Wire fence around this area with fields and grass land beyond.
Parking: Ample private parking available. 

Heating: Airsource central heating.
Notes: Bed linen, towels and WiFi included.
Pets: 2 well behaved pets welcome.  

Ideally located in the idyllic countryside of Suffolk, Bluebell Cottage is surrounded by a hive of activities and tourist hotspots. Only 2 miles from the popular town of Beccles guests can find the popular Beccles lido swimming pool, high street shopping and supermarkets. You are also only a short drive from the Suffolk coast with many beaches to explore and enjoy. Or why not stay on the farm and enjoy the animals and beautiful countryside right on your doorstep.  

  • 7 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 king, 3 zip-and-link twin rooms that can be made up as super-king beds on request when booking, and 2 zip-and-link super-king rooms that can be made up as twin rooms on request when booking
  • 7 bathrooms – 2 en-suite bathrooms with handheld shower attachments and WC, 5 en-suite shower rooms with shower and WC
  • Induction hob, double oven, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, and dishwasher in each kitchen
  • Welcome pack
  • Wood burner
  • TV, radio
  • Garden with lawn, patio, garden furniture and charcoal BBQ
  • Ample private parking
  • Beach 15 miles, pub 2.5 miles, shop 2 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Darren Williams

This property is personally managed by Darren.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 32 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Ann 16th June 2026

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What a lovely pair of cottages! Beautiful location and surrounded by animals. The cottages were comfortable and well laid out. I would be happy to return.

Reviewed by Sheila 14th June 2026

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Accommodation is excellent and in a lovely rural setting. We had a couple of teething problems but these were very quickly sorted out.

Reviewed by Sharon 30th May 2026

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The cottage was perfect for our three generational family holiday. Everything was scrupulously clean on arrival. Both the indoor and outdoor areas were spacious. All bedrooms having an ensuite worked perfectly. All the equipment you could possibly need on a holiday was available.

Reviewed by Jane 24th March 2026

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Absolutely amazing property. The owners were oh so friendly too. We had a perfect stay

Reviewed by Anita 17th March 2026

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Very comfortable and easy to be in! We had the wood burner on in the big sitting room on the first night - but the house is really warm and we didn't need it. We had a very enjoyable stay. Easy to get lost trying to find the farm. After you turn off the Bungay road it is a short distance to a distinct right turn -but the road sign is a bit ambiguouRead mores and two cars in our party went sailing by into the deep countryside! Hide

Reviewed by Timothy 13th January 2026

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An excellent cottage for large families and a group of friends - each bedroom has its own en-suite which was brilliant

Reviewed by Ailsa 31st December 2025

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Excellent accommodation very well thought out and well appointed for a comfortable stay.

Reviewed by Nishanth 9th December 2025

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Was a lovely place felt cosy and homly

Reviewed by Linda 11th November 2025

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Excellent accommodation set in a working farm environment Highly recommended

Reviewed by Angela 19th October 2025

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A lovely spacious house in a peaceful location, despite being adjacent to a very large chicken farm. Very comfortable and well equipped. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Nigel 30th September 2025

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We rented two units that can be joined together to form a single property with seven ensuite rooms. The place was spotless, well equipped, warm, comfortable and pretty spacious. The farm setting is delightful. We have no qualms about recommending the place unreservedly.

Reviewed by Jo 9th September 2025

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Everything about this property was spot on, it surpassed our expectations and Bob and Helen could not have been better hosts.

Reviewed by Deborah 2nd September 2025

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The Hen House was a fabulous property for a party of 6 couples as we all had our own en suite bedrooms and the communal living areas were very spacious. The property is in a lovely setting and it was wonderful to be so close to the multitude of hens, the goats and the sheep.

Reviewed by Angela 16th August 2025

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I think this is probably the best equipped holiday home I have stayed in. I think it is also furnished to the highest standard of any holiday home I have stayed in. We were a 3 generational party of 10 occupying 2 sections of the Hen House and it worked a treat. The flow-through from one unit to the other was seamless and it was awesome that everyRead more room had its own en suite. The kitchens were extremely well equipped with pots and pans to cook big meals for the whole group. There is a wok, a big frying pan and big saucepans for boiled potatoes, spaghetti etc. for a at least 10 people. The bedrooms actually had storage for clothes (hurray!) and the showers were super with non-slip tiles - such a boon. There is a lovely resource of books and games for the children and please don't pack outdoor games of swingball in your car or a set of bouilles - they are there on site! Our 4 children had loads of space to play and they loved going to check the eggs in the little hen run in the camping field, seeing the goats in the next pasture and feeding the pigs with all our vegetable waste. I particularly loved the chickens! It was such fun catching the escapees and giving them a cuddle before tossing them over the fence into their field. I can highly recommend the Beccles Lido but be warned that there is no parking at the Lido (bad experience or backing up etc.). Park in one of the carparks in the town and walk. The Lido is just fantastic - reminds me of my youth in Diss swimming pool! We had a great time in a super place.Thank you. Hide

Reviewed by John 26th July 2025

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the hen house and loved the wild life surrounding us!

Reviewed by Alison 29th June 2025

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A perfect place for family gatherings. We had four generations (eldest 84 and youngest 14 months) under one roof for a week and it suited every single one of us. We all said we would love to go back!

Reviewed by Paul 17th May 2025

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Superb, well equipped cottages, with the added benefit of all rooms en-suite and adjoining door for our larger family to share two cottages. Perfect location for all the area has to offer and a further benefit of being child friendly but surrounded by farm animals a real bonus for 2 under 5s. Highly recommended properties and very friendly host. Read more Hide

Reviewed by Jade 23rd April 2025

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I cannot recommend the hen house highly enough. We had the most wonderful stay. Everything you need and more. We had a beautiful time in the garden with the garden games that were there such a lovely extra. The location is beautiful, the hosts so welcoming. A must stay

Reviewed by Barbara 19th April 2025

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The complete package! Location and comfort. Help when needed.

Reviewed by Graham 25th March 2025

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The Hen house is a lovely very well equipped cottage, and very clean. Lovely to find good quality glasses, and crockery and plenty of them.The BBQ 's too were of good quality and usable. Helen and Bob are very pleasant and welcoming.

Reviewed by Louise 26th February 2025

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Lovely cottage in a lovely setting.

Reviewed by Bridget 26th February 2025

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Six of us relished the peace and space of the henhouse for a writing retreat. It was very comfortable very well equipped. The bedrooms provided a place for working during the day wild the comfortable sofas a place to meet in the evenings. We will be returning!

Reviewed by Claire 16th January 2025

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Beautiful cottage, lovely surroundings, fully equipped for our 3 night stay, spotlessly clean and very spacious, each room has its own en-suite, it really is a gorgeous place to stay

Reviewed by Sarah 4th January 2025

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We go away as a group of 12+ every new year. The Hen House was probably the best house we've stayed in over the last 34 years! Well equipped for such a large group. Nice to have an ensuite in each bedroom. Large table to allow us to eat together. Owners were friendly and couldn't do enough to make our holiday amazing! Lots of great walks from the Read moredoor. Great pub in nearby Bungay. Hide

Reviewed by David 30th November 2024

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Excellent equipment, fully equipped with more than expected. Plenty of cutlery and crockery. Nice extras left, logs for the fire, tea, coffee, washing up liquid, cookies, cake and farm fresh eggs (that are exceptional). The barn is spacious, the kitchens are a good size and as it is open plan is a great space for cooking family meals regardless of Read morethe size. Every bedroom has its own on suite, which is clean and very modern. Can not praise this property high enough we had a wonderful week staying in the hen house and will be back for our next family get together Hide

Reviewed by Carmel 19th October 2024

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Wonderful accommodation, celebrated a special birthday with family & friends.

Reviewed by Susan 18th October 2024

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The Hen House is the perfect venue for a crowd of very good old friends to get together and have fun. The beautiful surroundings of the farm and the peace and quiet are so relaxing. I. Sure we will be back again.

Reviewed by Teri 9th October 2024

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We had such a fabulous weekend. Both Cottages were spotlessly clean and comfortable. The kitchens were well equipped, wood for the fire and there was even a cupboard full of games. The surroundings were beautiful. I would certainly recommend this property. Five stars from us!

Reviewed by Nicola 1st September 2024

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We stayed in Hen House and it was amazing. The property had a lovely feeling, is kitted out with everything you need and is perfect for a large family holiday. The two kitchens came in very handy at times too

Reviewed by Victoria 3rd August 2024

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Absolutely wonderful accommodation! So clean and tidy on arrival. Everything has been thought of and provided to make this an excellent base for exploring the local area. Such a lovely setting with the farm animals for the children and adults too.

Reviewed by Jan 10th July 2024

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Beautiful place - welcoming hosts. Property had all we needed for a very comfortable and happy stay. Loved that everyone had their own en-suite. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Toni 26th June 2024

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Lovely property with everything u need. Very clean, comfortable and spacious. Goats, chickens and sheep wonderful entertainment. Ideal for families coming together for celebrations.

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.