Kestrel Barn at Piggyback Barns in Fakenham | Stunning Norfolk Group Cottage

About Kestrel Barn at Piggyback Barns

Kestrel Barn at Piggyback Barns is a substantial barn conversion in Sculthorpe, Norfolk, sleeping up to 12 guests across five bedrooms. It's part of a group of four barns that can be booked together to sleep up to 33 guests making it one of Norfolk's better options for large family gatherings. The barn features exposed beams, character flooring and a wood burner in the open-plan living space.

The property sits next to the owner's working farm, with a pub just half a mile away and a shop within one mile. The Norfolk coastline is 8 miles away. Walking and cycling routes start from the doorstep.

All five bedrooms are ensuite. Bedroom 1 has a four poster kingsize bed with bath and shower. Bedroom 2 has a sleigh kingsize bed with cubicle shower. Bedrooms 3, 4 and 5 each have zip-and-link beds convertible to super kingsize. Private parking for four cars is on-site.

The shared games room includes a pool table, air hockey, table tennis and a mini gym. Wells-next-the-Sea is 8 miles away. Fakenham (2 miles) has a cinema, bowling alley and golf course. Burnham Market is 7 miles away.

Kestrel Barn at Piggyback Barns suits large families who want space, character and flexibility. Book all four barns together for a serious group event.

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Need To Know

✓Barn conversion with exposed beams and character flooring
✓Open-plan living space with comfortable seating
✓Oil central heating throughout the property
✓Wood burner in living/dining room
✓Gas hob and electric oven in kitchen
✓Range cooker in kitchen
✓Microwave in kitchen
✓Fridge/freezer in kitchen
✓Dishwasher in kitchen
✓Washer dryer in kitchen
✓Freeview TV in living/dining room
✓DVD player in living/dining room
✓CD player in living/dining room
✓Enclosed walled lawned garden with patio and terrace
✓Outdoor garden furniture and barbecue
✓Fenced moat within the grounds
✓Private on-site parking for 4 cars
✓Use of shared external games room and mini gym (6am-10pm, subject to private hire)
✓Games room includes pool table (50p to play), air hockey (50p to play), table tennis, and table football
✓Mini gym includes running machine, rowing machine, cross-trainer, and exercise cycle
✓Function hall on-site available by prior arrangement, capacity 250 guests, with conference and catering facilities
✓Wi-Fi included throughout the property
✓Five bedrooms all ensuite:
- ✓Bedroom 1: Four poster kingsize (5ft) bed with ensuite bath, shower over, and toilet
- ✓Bedroom 2: Sleigh kingsize (5ft) bed with ensuite cubicle shower and toilet
- ✓Bedroom 3: Two zip and link single beds (super kingsize on request) with ensuite bath, shower over, and toilet
- ✓Bedroom 4 (ground floor): Two zip and link single beds (super kingsize on request) with ensuite walk-in shower and toilet
- ✓Bedroom 5 (ground floor): Two zip and link single beds (super kingsize on request) with ensuite walk-in shower and toilet
✓Separate ground floor toilet
✓Sofa bed in living/dining room for flexible sleeping
✓Baby equipment provided: travel cot, highchair, stairgate
✓Logs for wood burner available locally
✓Electricity, bed linen, towels, and Wi-Fi included in the price
✓Pets allowed, maximum 2 pets with charges applying
✓No smoking allowed anywhere on the property
✓No stag or hen parties; family bookings only
✓Electric vehicle charging prohibited at the property
✓Security deposit of £200 required
✓Ground floor accessibility with living/dining room, kitchen, two ground floor bedrooms with ensuites, and separate toilet
✓Check-in after 17:00 and check-out before 09:30
✓Located in Sculthorpe village, 2 miles from Fakenham, 8 miles from Norfolk coastline and Wells-next-the-Sea beach
✓Nearby attractions include fishing, excellent walking and cycling from doorstep, RSPB bird and nature reserves, golf course at Brancaster, and traditional seaside towns Heacham and Hunstanton
✓Nearest shop 1 mile away and nearest pub/restaurant 0.5 miles away
✓Part of a group of four barn conversions at Piggyback Barns, can be booked together to accommodate up to 33 guests
✓Decorated at Christmas

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Kestrel Barn at Piggyback Barns

Sleep up to 33 together

Book all four Piggyback Barns together and accommodate up to 33 guests across four character barn conversions on the same site.

All five bedrooms are ensuite

Every bedroom has its own private ensuite - no queuing for bathrooms, which makes a real difference for larger groups.

Games room on-site

The shared games room has pool, air hockey, table tennis, table football and a mini gym with running machine and rowing machine.

Four poster bed in Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1 features a four poster kingsize bed with an ensuite bath a proper treat for whoever gets first pick.

Wood burner and exposed beams

The open-plan living space has a wood burner and original exposed beams giving the barn real character and warmth.

Pets welcome

Up to two pets are welcome at the property. The enclosed walled garden gives them plenty of safe outdoor space.

Getting To Kestrel Barn at Piggyback Barns

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

Kestrel Barn at Piggyback Barns is located in Sculthorpe, Norfolk, just 2 miles from Fakenham. The property is best reached by car via the A148 towards Fakenham, then following signs to Sculthorpe. Private on-site parking for four cars is available on arrival.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Kings Lynn, approximately 20 miles away, from where a taxi or hire car will get you to Sculthorpe. There is no direct rail link to Fakenham so onward travel by road is necessary.

Private on-site parking for four cars

Kings Lynn station (approx. 20 miles)

Sculthorpe, near Fakenham, Norfolk NR21 9NJ

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Walsingham Priory (remains)

Distance: 5.1 miles (9 min drive)

NR22 6DQ

Holkham Hall

Distance: 8.9 miles (18 min drive)

NR23 1AB

Sandringham House

Distance: 15 miles (24 min drive)

PE35 6EN

Pensthorpe Natural Park

Distance: 4.8 miles (9 min drive)

NR21 0LN

Norfolk Coast National Landscape

Distance: 8.1 miles (12 min drive)

NR23 1PW

Norfolk Coast Path

Distance: 10.4 miles (15 min drive)

Cherry Tree Car Boot

Distance: 1.8 miles (3 min drive)

NR21 9QS

Norfolk Hampers

Distance: 2.1 miles (5 min drive)

NR21 9DZ

Tesco

Distance: 2.3 miles (6 min drive)

NR21 9DX

Sheringham Station

Distance: 20.7 miles (31 min drive)

NR26 8EG

King's Lynn Station

Distance: 21.1 miles (34 min drive)

PE30 1NX

Norwich Airport

Distance: 26.8 miles (41 min drive)

NR6 6ER

Walsingham Priory (remains)

Distance: 5.1 miles (9 min drive)

NR22 6DQ

Holkham Hall

Distance: 8.9 miles (18 min drive)

NR23 1AB

Sandringham House

Distance: 15 miles (24 min drive)

PE35 6EN

Pensthorpe Natural Park

Distance: 4.8 miles (9 min drive)

NR21 0LN

Norfolk Coast National Landscape

Distance: 8.1 miles (12 min drive)

NR23 1PW

Norfolk Coast Path

Distance: 10.4 miles (15 min drive)

Cherry Tree Car Boot

Distance: 1.8 miles (3 min drive)

NR21 9QS

Norfolk Hampers

Distance: 2.1 miles (5 min drive)

NR21 9DZ

Tesco

Distance: 2.3 miles (6 min drive)

NR21 9DX

Sheringham Station

Distance: 20.7 miles (31 min drive)

NR26 8EG

King's Lynn Station

Distance: 21.1 miles (34 min drive)

PE30 1NX

Norwich Airport

Distance: 26.8 miles (41 min drive)

NR6 6ER

Is Kestrel Barn at Piggyback Barns Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Baby equipment is provided including a travel cot, highchair and stairgate. The enclosed walled garden gives younger children space to play, though please note there is a fenced moat within the grounds. The on-site games room has table tennis and table football. Fakenham has a bowling alley and cinema just 2 miles away. Wells-next-the-Sea beach is 8 miles away.

Groups Will Love...

The shared on-site games room is a proper group facility. It has a pool table, air hockey, table tennis and table football alongside a mini gym with a running machine, rowing machine, cross-trainer and exercise cycle. It's open 6am to 10pm. There's also a function hall on-site that holds up to 250 guests with catering facilities available by arrangement.

Pet Friendly

Kestrel Barn accepts up to two pets and charges apply. The property has an enclosed walled lawned garden which gives pets safe outdoor space. The surrounding Sculthorpe area has excellent walking routes directly from the doorstep. RSPB nature reserves and open countryside are close by.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Kestrel Barn at Piggyback Barns

The Sculthorpe Mill

Located 0.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NR21 9QG

The Crown Hotel Fakenham

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NR21 9BP

The Hoste Arms Burnham Market

Located 7 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: PE31 8HD

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Kestrel Barn at Piggyback Barns

How many guests can Kestrel Barn sleep?

Kestrel Barn sleeps up to 12 guests across five bedrooms. There is also a sofa bed in the living and dining room for flexible sleeping arrangements.

Can we book multiple barns together for a larger group?

Yes - Kestrel Barn is one of four barn conversions at Piggyback Barns. All four can be booked together to accommodate up to 33 guests in total across the site.

Is the property pet friendly?

Yes, up to two pets are allowed at Kestrel Barn and charges apply. The property has an enclosed walled garden which is suitable for pets.

Are stag or hen parties permitted?

No. Kestrel Barn is strictly for family bookings only. Stag and hen parties are not accepted at this property.

What is the games room like?

The shared on-site games room is open from 6am to 10pm and includes a pool table, air hockey, table tennis, table football and a mini gym with a running machine, rowing machine, cross-trainer and exercise cycle. Pool and air hockey cost 50p per game and the room is subject to private hire.

Is there a function hall available?

There is a function hall on-site with a capacity of up to 250 guests. It has conference and catering facilities and may be available by prior arrangement with the owner.

What are the bedroom configurations?

Bedroom 1 has a four poster kingsize bed. Bedroom 2 has a sleigh kingsize bed. Bedrooms 3, 4 and 5 each have two zip-and-link single beds that can be made up as super kingsize doubles on request. Bedrooms 4 and 5 are on the ground floor.

What is included in the price?

Wi-Fi, electricity, bed linen and towels are all included. Logs for the wood burner are available to purchase locally and a washer dryer is provided on-site.