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The Old Lavender Barn

Heacham, near Hunstanton, Norfolk
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A stunning barn conversion set in the heart of the picturesque seaside resort of Heacham
  • Beautiful, spacious and sleek interiors offering the perfect setting for memorable group getaways
  • Unwind in the peaceful garden, dining alfresco on the sheltered patio and playing on the lawn
Overview
Property code: OC-T30182

Welcome to your bright and beautifully furnished North Norfolk retreat, perfect for families or groups of up to six seeking a memorable coastal escape with sociable spaces to spend time with loved ones and an enclosed garden for al fresco dining moments. This sunlit holiday home is located in the charming village of Heacham, known for its expansive sandy beaches that stretch towards the vibrant seaside towns of Hunstanton and Snettisham, both 2.5 miles away.

The heart of this property is the open-plan kitchen/diner, where you can whip up delicious meals using the fully equipped kitchen, complete with a central island and Smart TV. Slide open the patio doors to let the refreshing Norfolk breeze in, or gather around the wooden dining table for a leisurely meal. On sunny days, head out to the private garden and enjoy al fresco dining on the patio. Unwind after a day of exploring in the cosy lounge, featuring plush seating arranged around a Smart TV. The ground floor also hosts a king-size bedroom, complemented by a contemporary shower room, making it a good option for multi-generational stays. Upstairs, discover two more lovely bedrooms set beneath charming vaulted ceilings with skylights that flood the rooms with natural light. Choose from a second king-size bedroom or a cosy twin room with single beds. The stylish family bathroom offers a relaxing space to refresh after your coastal adventures. Outside, the enclosed garden is a true highlight, featuring a raised patio area furnished with comfortable seating. The property also provides allocated parking for two cars.

Heacham offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with its quaint pubs, delightful eateries, and the renowned Norfolk Lavender Farm. Venture north to the Victorian resort of Hunstanton, famous for its iconic striped cliffs, beautiful beaches, and picturesque Esplanade. Nature enthusiasts will be spoiled for choice with the nearby RSPB reserves at Titchwell and Snettisham, plus the stunning landscapes of Holme Dunes and Scolt Head, all within 11 miles of your door. For those keen on exploring inland, historic treasures such as the Sandringham Estate, Houghton Hall, Bircham Windmill, and Castle Rising are all within a 12-mile drive.

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 king-size, 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 family bathroom with a bath, handheld shower attachment, walk in shower cubicle and WC, 1 ground-floor shower room with WC, 1 en-suite cloakroom with WC
  • Induction hob, double electric oven, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, wine chiller, and fridge/freezer with water dispenser
  • Stairgate, highchair and travel cot available
  • Smart TV in the kitchen and lounge
  • Enclosed garden with raised and sheltered patio area with outdoor furniture, shingle and lawn
  • Private parking for 2 cars at the entrance of the property
  • Pub 100 metres, shop 500 metres, beach 1 mile
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Octavia Heath

This property is personally managed by Octavia.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 24 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Gillian 1st June 2026

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The Old Lavender Barn was perfect for 5 adults and a child when we attended a wedding nearby. It was impeccably presented and felt welcoming and homely. According to my 6 year old niece, its the best cottage ever!

Reviewed by Lorraine 24th May 2026

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A beautiful, comfortable place to stay with plenty of space.. The linen and towels were clean. It is in an ideal location, with bus stops and a pub serving good meals just a few yards away. Nice outdoor space.

Reviewed by Deborah 10th May 2026

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We really enjoyed staying at The Old Lavender Barn. When we first walked through the door, it was WOW!! this is amazing. It was comfortable & spacious with an enclosed garden for the dog. The road can be noisy during the day but does go quiet at night, we had no trouble sleeping. We enjoyed our walks to the dog friendly beach & surrounding area & Read morethere's a pub that's serves really good food about 100m away from The OLB. We would definitely go again. Hide

Reviewed by Kevin 3rd April 2026

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Reviewed by Patricia 18th March 2026

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Really enjoyed our stay at The Old Lavender Barn which was ideally situated in walking distance to Heacham beach and convenient bus stop outside for trips to Hunstanton and beyond. House was clean and well equipped, especially as we had a toddler with us. Would gave enjoyed eating out in the garden if weather had been warmer. Always a bonus to havRead moree parking for 2 cars. Hide

Reviewed by James 27th January 2026

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Very enjoyable and nice place to stay. The pictures on the website don't do cottage any justice. Much much nicer in real life.

Reviewed by Celia 28th December 2025

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Lovely cottage, large rooms and everything you could need. Nice and warm at Christmas. Like others before could not master the big TV when we just wanted good old BBC! But nice to have games from the cupboard instead. Dog was glad of the outside space.

Reviewed by Angela 22nd November 2025

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We had a lovely week at Lavender Barn, the location is great for exploring west norfolk, but it is on a busy road with a very frequent bus service which makes it a.bit noisy. The barn is well equipped, and the instructions for using the tv were definitely needed as it was a little complicated. Its a 10 minute walk to Heacham North Beach and less tRead morehan that to the local pubs amd shop. The barn is dog friendly with easy to cl4an floors and a fully enclosed garden when the gate is shut. A lovely property for West Norfolk break. Hide

Reviewed by Lisa 11th November 2025

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When we arrived we were wowed by the Cottage it had everything we needed with the enclosed garden and the well equipped kitchen It is spacious and the location was ideal for what we wanted to do from Forrest and beach walks to restaurants and pubs the mill kitchen and the granary just around the corner which we love to visit . We will definitelRead morey book again Hide

Reviewed by Stuart 15th October 2025

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The Old Lavender Barn is spacious, well equipped and warm - the heating being easy to control. There is easy off-road parking adjacent to the property. The cottage is well situated in the village just a short walk from a small Tesco's. Although buses pass by regularly this was not a noise issue. If the problems with the slippery shower base and thRead moree complicated TVs are sorted out by the owners it would make a stay in the cottage even more enjoyable. Hide

Reviewed by Janet 5th October 2025

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Love the lavender barn had a really nice stay handy for lots of places to visit

Reviewed by Donald 2nd October 2025

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A lovely well equipped cottage, situated in the centre of town. Pub, Chinese, Pizza and Kebab take away all within easy walking distance. Beaches nearby and ideally situated for the many tourist attractions to visit.

Reviewed by Debra 9th August 2025

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A very comfortable stay. The cottage had everything we needed.

Reviewed by Diane 2nd August 2025

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Spacious, comfortable, well-equipped cottage with delightful outside area. Located in pleasant village with easy access to all amenities. Would return

Reviewed by Ainsley 25th July 2025

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This is a lovely house which is well equipped with crockery, cutlery and glassware.The garden is an excellent space for a dog and the outside furniture is very useful. We enjoyed the lovely beach walks at Heacham and Brancaster. We can recommend The West Norfolk pub in Heacham and The Jolly Sailors and The White Horse at Brancaster. The standard ofRead more cleanliness and attention to detail needs improvement. Response from holidaycottages.co.uk: Thank you for your review. Well investigate this right away to make sure everythings in place for the next guest Hide

Reviewed by Jane 19th July 2025

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Lovely cottage.

Reviewed by Susan 5th July 2025

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Tastefully decorated and furnished. Well fitted out. 20 mins walk to beach. No views from windows meant not so good on dreary days.

Reviewed by Lesley 21st June 2025

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Lovely property in a great position in the village. Ideal for family holidays, the ground floor bedroom and bathroom was a perfect solution for our family dynamic. Very well equipped kitchen, very comfortable beds with nice bed linen and towels. The covered outdoor patio was a real bonus - we spent lots of time out there enjoying the warm weather.Read more Definitely recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Sue 7th June 2025

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It was very clean and modern. Nothing could be done about the two/three voracious seagulls swooping down on our dog for which the broom was handy and there were ants on the kitchen tops.

Reviewed by Stella 17th May 2025

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Lovely barn, everything we needed was there. Beds comfortable, Right on the bus route, so did not use the car all week. Would definitely stay there again and would recommend it to anyone.

Reviewed by Nigel 14th April 2025

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The property was lovely and very convenient for the beach. It was sorely let down by lack of maintenance, we had to get the front door lock repaired, there was black mould in the shower cubicles and there were several other issues that needed fixed. With a bit of TLC this property would be perfect.

Reviewed by Gail 1st April 2025

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Reviewed by Karen 19th February 2025

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The cottage is very spacious, a good choice if bedrooms for a family or group of friends. The kitchen is large and looks out over the garden, which was well maintained. An outdoor table, chairs and barbecue were included for the summer months. The cottage is in a great location Heacham has lots of small shops, a hairdressers, takeaway shops, a TesRead moreco express, pub, bakers, cafes a duck pond and I'm sure others things we didn't discover. Walking to the beach from the cottage was a bonus. We walked to Hunstanton along the prom and then back along the beach. Holkham Hall was a lovely estate to walk round and see all the deer. A great cottage and holiday. Thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Mary 4th January 2025

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Fabulous cottage, spacious but cosy. Comfy beds, lovely garden area, great kitchen. Would have no hesitation in returning.

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Norfolk 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.