Suffolk holiday farmhouse: Cretingham

In 1996 the Gimpel family designed the conversion of an old Suffolk pig barn just outside the picture book village of Cretingham. It was specifically created to provide a place that could be used by family and friends for holidays, parties and plain relaxing. Recently we decided to make The Barn available for others to enjoy and have spent the last year improving and upgrading its facilities to provide guests with everything they need for a fantastic break in the country. The Barn itself is a sumptuous open-plan conversion comprising of many unique features including a vast lounge with log fire, huge kitchen/diner with all modern conveniences, two enormous, separate double bedrooms and a smaller double with en suite shower. The unbelievable 1st floor is open to the rest of the barn with a sunken double bed area and balcony walkway overlooking the main living space. Outside there is a massive patio, a whole field to play in as well as a duck pond and gardens.

All ten minutes walk from a fine country pub! Further afield there is a wealth of walks, sites and interests to satisfy everybody’s whims. From the historical magnificence of Framlingham Castle, to the glorious, seaside traditions of Aldburgh, The Barn provides easy access to an abundance of superb local attractions. Come and stay at a perfect venue for relaxing at any time of year. During the winter months no excuse is needed to light the huge log fire, draw the blinds and get cosy. Whilst summers at The Barn are bar-b-ques on the terrace, games in the field and drinks under the stars. So whatever the season, whatever the weather, life at The Barn is always chilled.