Pelican Barn in Norfolk. Book This Hot Tub Cottage For Less

About Pelican Barn

Pelican Barn in Ketteringham, Norfolk, offers a serene escape for up to six guests. This 19th-century barn conversion is both spacious and bright, featuring vaulted ceilings and an open-plan layout.

The property boasts three bedrooms, including two king-size rooms and one twin room, making it ideal for groups of adults.

Inside, the barn combines modern comforts with historical charm.

Original beams and hardwood floors add character, while the open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area is perfect for socialising. The kitchen is fully equipped, and the wood burner adds a cosy touch for winter stays.

Outside, you have two seating areas to choose from: an east-facing raised patio and a shaded woodland spot.

The highlight is the wood-fired hot tub, accommodating 4-6 people, perfect for unwinding. Enjoy a BBQ on the Komoda Joe egg-style outdoor oven and gather around the fire pit for evening chats.

Nearby attractions include Norwich's city centre (7 miles), the Norfolk Broads National Park (19 miles), and the coastal resort of Great Yarmouth (26 miles).

The traditional market town of Wymondham is just 4 miles away, offering a variety of shops and eateries.

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Need To Know

✓3 Bedrooms
✓2 Bathrooms
✓Hot Tub
✓Open-plan living area
✓Wood burner
✓BBQ facilities
✓Private parking for 4 cars
✓WiFi access
✓EV charging available
✓Enclosed garden
✓Dog-friendly
✓Close to Norwich

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Pelican Barn Reviews

4.8

Average Rating

50%

5-Star Reviews

95%

Would Recommend

Review Summary

Pelican Barn consistently impresses guests with its exceptional facilities, particularly the well-equipped kitchen and relaxing hot tub, which are frequently highlighted in reviews. The property's peaceful location and beautiful conversion are widely praised, with many guests specifically mentioning the comfortable beds and the enclosed garden that's perfect for dogs. The thoughtful touches and immaculate presentation further enhance the overall guest experience.

Most Mentioned Features

Well-equipped kitchenHot tubComfortable bedsQuiet locationBeautiful propertyDog-friendlyEnclosed gardenCleanSpaciousClose to NorwichRelaxingStunning conversion

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Overall Cleanliness

4.8/5

Facilities

4.9/5

Overall Comfort

4.9/5

Overall Location

4.7/5

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🏆 Top Strengths

The exceptionally well-equipped kitchen stands out in 40% of reviews, with guests consistently rating it as one of the property's best features. The hot tub is mentioned as a significant highlight by multiple guests, enhancing the relaxation experience. The property's cleanliness and comfort receive outstanding scores (4.8/5 and 4.9/5 respectively), with several guests specifically praising the comfortable beds.

👥 Guest Profile

Pelican Barn primarily attracts couples and small family groups seeking a peaceful countryside retreat. Dog owners particularly appreciate the secure enclosed garden. The property appeals to those wanting a balance of rural tranquility with proximity to Norwich for day trips. Guests typically value high-quality accommodation with premium amenities like the hot tub.

🔧 Improvement Areas

One guest mentioned the property's proximity to a busy road and limited dog walking options directly from the property. While these were noted as minor drawbacks, they could be addressed in pre-arrival information with suggested walking routes or noise mitigation tips.

🎯 Unique Selling Points

Guests thought these were the most unique things about Pelican Barn: beautifully executed 19th-century barn conversion with exceptional furnishings, wood-fired hot tub in a secluded garden setting, two separate lounge areas offering versatile living space, perfect location combining peaceful countryside with easy access to Norwich.

Attractions Near Pelican Barn

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained at Pelican Barn itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Norfolk has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Melsop Farm Park - NR20 3DT

about 12 Miles

We love this attraction in Scoulton, Norfolk with a great collection of animals. Children and adults alike have the chance to get hands on with the animals in the special handling areas. On rainy days there is always the indoor play area for the little ones and when it's time for a bite to eat the cafe on the farm is open all day selling drinks and snacks. Hot food is available over lunch times.

Banham Zoo - NR16 2HE

about 18 Miles

This award winning wildlife attraction has much to offer both families and couples looking for a fun and educational day out. You can discover a whole wild world of animals with over 1000 different animals from around the world. You will probably want to try and spend the whole day here so you don's miss out on anything. Highlights include the amazing animals presentation, the birds of prey display and the feeding talks, all of which take place at set times of the day. This attraction is fantastic value for money and highly recommended. Their latest event is the Snow Leopard Club Naming Auction and there has recently been a baby giraffe born at the zoo.

Ickworth House, Park & Gardens - IP29 5QE

about 22 Miles

The National Trust Ickworth House, Park & Gardens is a Beautiful 1800 acre country estate with many attractions including a fantastic adventure playground for the children and a range of nature trails which the whole family will enjoy. The site also has a family friendly cycle route a gift shop and a small café

Pensthorpe Nature Reserve & Gardens - NR21 0LN

about 22 Miles

if you and your family are interested in nature and wildlife then Pensthorpe Nature Reserve & Gardens is the perfect place for a day out. This beautiful area of national parkland is home to a huge range of common and rare birds from sparrows to Red Crowned Cranes and also has a red squirrel enclosure - part of a conservation programme and now home to a family of adorable squirrels. Other activities to enjoy at Pensthorpe include pond dipping and Landrover discovery tours. Pensthorpe also played host to BBC'S Springwatch in 2010.

Dinosaur Adventure Park - NR9 5JW

about 23 Miles

This fun family day out has been well planned and we think is certainly worth a visit. New for 2010 is the PrimEvil at Dinosaur Adventure. Other fun activities include the Dinosaur Trail, Arachnophobia, the Raptor Races and the adventure play area. The secret animal garden is also popular. You can play a role in wildlife conservation and sponsor an animal if you wish. At the moment if you sign up for their newsletter there is a chance to win a family ticket.

National Horse Racing Museum - CB8 8JL

about 23 Miles

This is a museum with a difference and a must see if you are into horse racing. You can take guided tours around the museum or choose to wander round yourself admiring the exhibits. New for 2010 is a Junior Fun Tour which is ideal for children. Simply ask the gallery staff for a Fun Tour pack when you enter the museum and kids can answer questions and spot clues and tips on the way round. One of the most popular recent exhibitions is the Thoroughbred: State of the Art exhibition in Gallery 5 on until 31st October. Check out their websites for the latest exhibitions.