Showing posts with label East Ruston. Show all posts
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Friday, 17 April 2026

The Old Piggery & Running Hare Barn, East Ruston, Norwich, Norfolk


The Old Piggery & Running Hare Barn offers self-catering accommodation on the outskirts of East Ruston, enjoying far-reaching views across the beautiful Norfolk countryside. These two charming properties provide an ideal base for those looking to relax in peaceful surroundings while remaining within easy reach of the historic cathedral city of Norwich.

Accommodation
Guests can choose from two characterful properties, The Old Piggery and Running Hare Barn. Both are thoughtfully furnished and designed to offer comfort and style, creating the perfect retreat from the pace of everyday life in a scenic rural setting.

The Old Piggery
The Old Piggery is a cosy barn conversion that sleeps up to six guests, making it ideal for families or small groups. This ground-floor property features a welcoming open-plan kitchen and dining area, fully equipped with an electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave. A dining table provides a great space for enjoying home-cooked meals.

The separate sitting room offers comfortable seating, a wood burner for cosy evenings, and a large flat-screen TV with DVD, CD and home theatre system.

There are three bedrooms in total: one king-size room with an en suite bathroom featuring a large walk-in shower, one twin room (which can be arranged as a king) and one double room. A family bathroom includes a rainfall shower over the bath.

Outside, guests can enjoy garden furniture and a gas BBQ, perfect for al fresco dining.

Running Hare Barn
Running Hare Barn is a beautifully converted threshing barn that sleeps up to ten guests while retaining many original features alongside modern comforts. The spacious open-plan living area includes an oak-built kitchen with a Rangemaster electric range with double oven, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave and a full-size American-style fridge freezer.

A large wooden dining table, seating up to sixteen guests on oak church pews, creates a wonderful space for shared meals. The impressive atrium rises to the beamed roof, filling the space with natural light.

On the first floor, a sitting room provides a relaxing space with a 65-inch curved screen smart TV, DVD player and home theatre system, along with stunning countryside views.

The barn offers five bedrooms: two ground-floor king-size rooms, both with large en suite bathrooms featuring roll-top baths and separate showers. On the first floor, there is a master bedroom with a super-king zip-and-link bed and en suite shower room. The mezzanine level includes one king room and a room with two small double beds (with privacy curtains), sharing a family bathroom.

Outside, there is an enclosed garden and a spacious paved area with table, chairs and a BBQ, ideal for outdoor dining and relaxation.

Visiting the Area
The properties are perfectly located for outdoor enthusiasts, with numerous countryside walks available directly from the doorstep. The nearby city of Norwich offers a wealth of attractions, including a magnificent cathedral, independent shops, restaurants, cafés and pubs, as well as the Norman Castle Museum and Art Gallery.

Other attractions in the area include:

  • East Ruston Old Vicarage Garden
  • Wroxham Barns
  • Happisburgh Beach
  • North Walsham & Dilham Canal
  • Bromholm Priory

For more information, please visit the website.

Rates: From £660 to £2499 per week depending on season and property.
Maximum occupancy of 16 guests.
Children are welcome.
Pets are welcome.
Disabled facilities are available by arrangement; please enquire for details.
Enclosed garden available.
Wi-Fi/internet access provided.
Off-street parking available.
Electric vehicle charging available by arrangement; please enquire for details.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/norfolk/17642

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Thursday, 25 May 2023

The Old Piggery & Running Hare Barn, East Ruston, Norwich, Norfolk (Sleeps 1-16)


The Old Piggery & Running Hare Barn offers wonderful self catering accommodation on the outskirts of East Ruston. Our properties enjoy glorious views of the Norfolk countryside and are perfect for visiting the cathedral city of Norwich.

Accommodation
We have two charming properties to choose from, The Old Piggery and Running Hare Barn. Both are beautifully furnished and the perfect place to escape from the pressures of modern life, nestled in a scenic countryside setting.

The Old Piggery
Our cosy barn conversion sleeps up to 6 people, great for a family getaway. The ground-level barn has a relaxing open plan kitchen/dining area including an electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave oven. A separate dining table with chairs is perfect for savouring home-cook meals around. Unwind in the sitting room that has comfy seating, a toasty wood burner and a large flat-screen TV/DVD/CD/home theatre.

In total, we have 3 bedrooms: 1 king-sized zip and link bed and an en suite bathroom including a large walk-in shower, 1 twin/king and 1 double room. A family bathroom comes with a rainfall shower over the bath.

Outside we have garden furniture and a gas BBQ for al fresco dining over a glass or two.

Running Hare Barn
We offer fabulous accommodation in our old threshing barn. The barn sleeps up to 10 and still maintains many original features whilst offering modern accommodation. A gorgeous open plan area includes a fully equipped oak-built kitchen with a Rangemaster electric range with a double oven, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave oven and full-size American-style fridge freezer. Enjoy some delicious meals around the wooden table which sits up to 16 people on two large oak church pews.

You can unwind in the open plan atrium that extends up through the building to the beamed roof to offer a light-filled space to enjoy. On the first floor, is a sitting room with a 65’’ curved screen smart TV/DVD player and home theatre system and you can also admire the glorious countryside views.

5 bedrooms are available: two ground floor king sized rooms, both have large en suite bathrooms with a double ended roll top bath and separate shower. On the first floor is a master bedroom with a super-king zip and link bed and en suite shower room, whilst the mezzanine floor has a king and a room with two small doubles (plus privacy curtains) and shared use of a family bathroom.

A lovely, enclosed garden to the front of the barn and a spacious paved area will suit all your needs. A table and chairs are great for al fresco dining and we also provide a BBQ.

Visiting East Ruston & Exploring Norfolk
Our two properties are a haven for outdoor lovers, with an abundance of gorgeous countryside walks to enjoy. Visit the lovely city of Norwich, home to a magnificent cathedral, shops, restaurants, cafes and pubs. You can also take a brilliant tour around the Norman Castle Museum and Art Gallery. Superb attractions to visit include:

East Ruston Old Vicarage Garden.
Wroxham Barns.
Happisburgh Beach.
North Walsham & Dilham Canal.
Bromholm Priory.

For more information please visit our website:

www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/norfolk/17642


The Holiday Cottages is a user friendly online directory for self catering accommodation in the UK & Ireland. To keep up to date with properties on our website join us on our social media pages below:

https://www.facebook.com/HCDirectory/   https://twitter.com/TheHolidayCots