Chelsworth Barn
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Overview
Chelsworth Barn has to be the most stunning barn conversion ever! With magnificent lofty opulence, this historic carcass has had architects and interior designers in their element blending ancient charm with high-end ultra-contemporary chic style. With 6 sensational bedrooms, the lavish cavernous interior is perfect for large groups, sleeping up to 11 guests.
Chelsworth Barn is at the heart of a farm in the wonderful village of Chelsworth, often called the prettiest village in Suffolk. Hedging all around the cathedral-like property provides ultimate privacy and a feeling of remoteness and seclusion. You will arrive via a byway and five bar gate to this magical location in the middle of farm life. Chelsworth has a fascinating history, first recorded in AD962. Today it is famous for its superb gardens and ancient houses, many of which were built in the 17th century. A feeling of time gone by hangs lovingly over this pretty and well cared for the village.
On entering this dreamy conversion, your jaw is likely to drop! Traditional beams and rafters meet industrial contemporary elements. Floor to ceiling glass walls and partial glass ceilings allow the brilliant Suffolk light to illuminate this impressive space. Previously a Napoleonic munition store, this pet-friendly holiday home definitely has the wow factor! The industrial style, ultra-cool, stainless steel kitchen at one end is a focal point and a chef’s dream. It is incredibly social with bar stools waiting for you so that you can keep the cook company with a glass of wine. All around the lovingly restored, exposed wall struts and rafters offer an achingly luxurious feel and sense of space. Combined with the enormous, social, dazzling white dining table, beautiful tiled flooring and edgy interior styling, Chelsworth Barn will hold your eye. The level of detail is incredible, even down to the trendy raised kitchen plug sockets! There are punches of contemporary and quirky flair everywhere. The central position of the dining table is just perfect for celebrations. With fantastic starry night views and far reaching ones outside, you will feel blessed.
At the far end of the barn, you will find luxurious sofa seating and armchairs where you can snuggle down in front of the television and relax. You can catch glimpses of the lush garden through the slit windows. Every element of this conversion adds eye-catching interest. The fantastic underfloor heating will keep your warm and toasty.
Chelsworth Barn boasts six sublime bedrooms, all quite minimal in design though all very individual. The Airclad pod on the side of the barn is architecturally innovative as an inflatable based construction. With a super kingsize bed, sofabed and a striking round spa bath, there may be a race to this suite. The bedrooms are spread over all of the floors of the barn. The ground floor bedroom offers a super king bed and open ensuite bathroom as well as french doors onto a small balcony and countryside views. There are 3 bedrooms on the first floor, two can be arranged as twins or super king beds, and the third is a single. Another fabulous super king bedroom is on the second floor with an open walk-in wet room. Every bedroom boasts gorgeous countryside views and handpicked designer accessories. The four bathrooms are stunning contemporary gems with walk-in showers or standalone baths.
Outside the barn, you will enjoy beautiful, peaceful private space with a state-of-the-art barbecue, alfresco dining and stunning views.
What you should know…
- Chelsworth Barn is pet-friendly. You do not need to leave your furry friends at home. You are very welcome to take one or two pets with you
- The main staircase is open on one side so please take good care with young children
- This barn conversion is brilliant for large groups and celebrations. There is parking for at least five cars
Property Features
Ground Floor
- Open-plan living & dining area
- Fully-equipped kitchen
- Cloakroom
- Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom
First Floor
- Bedroom with king-size bed (can be a twin room)
- Bedroom with king-size bed (can be a twin room)
- Bedroom with single bed
- Family bathroom
Second Floor
- Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite toilet
- Shower room
Basement
- Bedroom with king-size bed plus a sofa bed with en-suite spa bath and door to the garden
Exterior Grounds
- Garden
- Courtyard
- Balcony
- Barbecue
Additional Facilities
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine & dryer
- Travel cot on request
- Parking
Location
About the surrounding area of Chelsworth BarnChelsworth Barn is located in the heart of a farm in the ancient village of Chelsworth, one of England’s oldest settlements. The village is very pretty and brimming with ancient homes and stunning gardens. For over fifty years, on the final Sunday in June, the village has opened many of its gardens to the public to raise funds for Chelsworth’s Grade I listed church. If you happen to be there then, you will be in for a treat! In 1967 admission to the five open gardens was half a crown and a total of £150 raised through entrance, plant sales and teas. Now it raises thousands and visitors enjoy artisan crafts, teas and buying plants. The setting is picture-book English.
Not far from Chelsworth, deep in the heart of the Suffolk countryside, you will find the charming village of Lavenham. It is considered to be Britain’s best preserved medieval village and one of Suffolk’s most important wool towns. At every turn, you will be delighted with the medieval charm and gorgeous timber framed buildings lining the narrow streets. The market place is buzzy and a focal point. Over 300 of the buildings in Lavenham are listed as being of architectural and historic interest, including the stunning Church of St Peter and St Paul, The Guildhall, Little Hall and De Vere House. Lavenham was the 14th richest town in Tudor England due to its famous Lavenham Blue broadcloth. The village is proud of its strong links with America with the Lavenham airbase. Lavenham is very popular with masses of boutique shops, fabulous art galleries and wonderful cafes and restaurants. You should not miss it!
Bury St Edmunds is a jewel in the Crown of Suffolk. The home of Saint Edmund, the original patron Saint of England, it has 1000 years of history to explore. Visitors enjoy the restaurants, shopping, various annual festivals and some wonderful parks. You can visit the fabulous St Edmundsbury Cathedral and stand amount the ruins of the Abbey of St Edmund in the beautiful Abbey Gardens.
If you fancy a day at the seaside you can head to Aldeburgh, Thorpeness or Southwold for some bracing fresh air and gorgeous sands.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Village |
Lavenham
(8 km) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
Peacock Inn Chelsworth
(500 m) |
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| Nearest Airport |
London Stansted Airport
(65 km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Co-op Foodstore
(8 km) |
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Region
Welcome to Suffolk, the East of England's very own treasure trove of delight! Famous for its charming villages, dreamy beaches and a history so rich, Suffolk is the place to be for anyone in search of the ultimate British adventure. We have some fabulous luxury properties waiting just for you. Seaside or countryside – take your pick!
Nature lovers, rejoice! The pristine, breathtaking Suffolk coast is calling your name. Aldeburgh, the coastal town with charm to spare, welcomes you with a shingle beach perfect for salty sea air inhalation, some good old fish and chips and the Aldeburgh Scallop sculpture, a tribute to the legendary composer Benjamin Britten. If you head a little further south, you will stumble upon the oh-so-peaceful village of Orford, complete with a castle on a hill offering panoramic views that will make your heart skip a beat. You can dive into the whimsical wonder of Thorpeness, head to Walberswick where beach huts and sandy shores create a haven for artists and beachcombers or Southwold, a gem with a quirky pier, a stunning beach and the famed Adnams Brewery. These seaside gems offer artsy flair and a delightful dose of coastal bliss.
Right in the beating heart of Suffolk lies Bury St Edmunds, a town so historically loaded it practically whispers tales of the medieval era. Look up, and you will see the majestic St Edmundsbury Cathedral dominating the skyline, a Gothic masterpiece that will make your jaw drop. The Abbey Gardens invite relaxation with colourful flowerbeds and the remains of the once-mighty Bury St Edmunds Abbey. Let us not forget Suffolk's rural charm, sprinkled generously across idyllic villages such as Lavenham. This medieval wool town is a paradise for history buffs, with timber-framed buildings that look like they are straight out of a fairy tale. You can explore the Guildhall and wander through cobbled streets surrounded by boutique shops and quaint tearooms.
For the wild at heart, Thetford Forest is your playground! Cyclists and hikers, get ready for scenic trails winding through dense woodlands and around picturesque lakes. The High Lodge Forest Centre is your one-stop-shop for outdoor thrills. Go Ape treetop adventures and Segway tours await, promising an adrenaline-fueled day amidst nature.
Suffolk's cultural scene is a vibrant kaleidoscope of excitement. The Snape Maltings, nestled by the River Alde, is a cultural hotspot with world-class music events in its iconic concert hall while the annual Aldeburgh Festival is a global magnet for music lovers celebrating the legacy of none other than Benjamin Britten.
Suffolk is like a timeless work of art, where history cuddles up with natural wonders. Whether you are wandering through medieval towns, exploring the coastal marvels or soaking in cultural vibes, Suffolk guarantees a quintessentially British experience that will leave your heart singing. Come on, the adventure awaits!
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesChelsworth Barn is perfect for large families or even two families. There is an incredible amount of space, inside and out. It is remote and peaceful so children can play and squeal to their hearts content without disturbing anyone!
The Suffolk countryside is fantastic for hiking and cycling and there are many other activities. Horse lovers will enjoy Barrow Hall Stables where they can have single sessions or a course. Riders of all ability aged 4 and over can take part. There are 3 riding arenas stocked with jumping and dressage equipment as well as training paddocks, showjumping paddocks and a full cross country course. All equipment can be provided.
In Bury St Edmunds, families can visit Moyse’s Hall Museum, the Hatter Street Studio for some ceramic painting, Planet Laser for some indoor laser tag, CurveMotion, the town’s skating rinks or the parks.
At Brandon, children love Go Ape Thetford. It was the first Go Ape to open in 2002. The high ropes course through the forest is challenging and thrilling with Tarzan swings, stepping stones, ladders, zipwires and lots more. A forest segway adventure is available too.
Seaside fun can be found at Aldeburgh, Thorpeness or Southwold. The brilliant, sometimes wild, 50 mile stretch of Suffolk beach is seriously impressive. The perfect place for family picnics. At Thorpeness, children will love taking a boat ride on the Meare, an artificially created boating lake with landings marked with Peter Pan themed names and tiny islands named ‘The Pirate’s Lair’ and ‘Wendy’s Island’.
Children can canoe, kayak or stand up paddleboard at Iken Canoe, gliding along the river Alde. Children as young as 7 are welcome and you can have training before you get on board.
RSPB Minsmere National Reserve offers beautiful coastal scenery as well as avocets, bearded tits, bitterns and many other interesting birds. There are lovely nature walks, plenty of hides, a Wild Zone with its play tree and child-sized nests, a mini beast safari or you can build a den.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Fishing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
Onsite Facilities
- Fenced Grounds
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | No security deposit is required for booking this property |
| Arrival time | 5 pm |
| Departure time | 10 am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | No security deposit is required for booking this property |
| Arrival time | 5 pm |
| Departure time | 10 am |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Pets welcome? | A maximum of 2 well-behaved dogs are allowed on a request basis. There will be a charge of £50 per dog, per stay. The breeds must be stated on booking. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking |
| Internet access? | Yes, Wi-Fi is included in the rental price |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 11 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 5th 2024 - May 10th 2024 | £3,632 | £4,103 | £4,574 | £4,809 |
| May 10th 2024 - May 17th 2024 | £3,666 | £4,142 | £4,617 | £4,855 |
| May 17th 2024 - May 24th 2024 | £3,734 | £4,219 | £4,703 | £4,945 |
| May 24th 2024 - May 31st 2024 | £4,586 | £5,184 | £5,782 | £6,081 |
| May 31st 2024 - Jun 7th 2024 | £3,802 | £4,296 | £4,789 | £5,036 |
| Jun 7th 2024 - Jun 14th 2024 | £3,905 | £4,412 | £4,919 | £5,172 |
| Jun 14th 2024 - Jun 21st 2024 | £3,973 | £4,489 | £5,005 | £5,263 |
| Jun 21st 2024 - Jun 28th 2024 | £4,075 | £4,605 | £5,134 | £5,399 |
| Jun 28th 2024 - Jul 5th 2024 | £4,178 | £4,721 | £5,265 | £5,537 |
| Jul 5th 2024 - Jul 12th 2024 | £4,314 | £4,876 | £5,437 | £5,718 |
| Jul 12th 2024 - Jul 19th 2024 | £4,518 | £5,107 | £5,696 | £5,991 |
| Jul 19th 2024 - Jul 26th 2024 | £4,641 | £5,246 | £5,852 | £6,154 |
| Jul 26th 2024 - Aug 2nd 2024 | £5,132 | £5,803 | £6,473 | £6,809 |
| Aug 2nd 2024 - Aug 9th 2024 | £5,492 | £6,211 | £6,930 | £7,289 |
| Aug 9th 2024 - Aug 16th 2024 | £5,492 | £6,211 | £6,930 | £7,289 |
| Aug 16th 2024 - Aug 23rd 2024 | £5,132 | £5,803 | £6,473 | £6,809 |
| Aug 23rd 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 | £5,132 | £5,803 | £6,473 | £6,809 |
| Aug 30th 2024 - Sep 6th 2024 | £4,204 | £4,751 | £5,298 | £5,571 |
| Sep 6th 2024 - Sep 13th 2024 | £3,836 | £4,335 | £4,833 | £5,082 |
| Sep 13th 2024 - Sep 20th 2024 | £3,700 | £4,180 | £4,660 | £4,900 |
| Sep 20th 2024 - Sep 27th 2024 | £3,564 | £4,026 | £4,488 | £4,719 |
| Sep 27th 2024 - Oct 4th 2024 | £3,223 | £3,639 | £4,055 | £4,263 |
| Oct 4th 2024 - Oct 11th 2024 | £3,223 | £3,639 | £4,055 | £4,263 |
| Oct 11th 2024 - Oct 18th 2024 | £3,223 | £3,639 | £4,055 | £4,263 |
| Oct 18th 2024 - Oct 25th 2024 | £3,666 | £4,142 | £4,617 | £4,855 |
| Oct 25th 2024 - Nov 1st 2024 | £4,110 | £4,644 | £5,179 | £5,446 |
| Nov 1st 2024 - Nov 8th 2024 | £2,491 | £2,810 | £3,128 | £3,288 |
| Nov 8th 2024 - Nov 15th 2024 | £2,491 | £2,810 | £3,128 | £3,288 |
| Nov 15th 2024 - Nov 22nd 2024 | £2,491 | £2,810 | £3,128 | £3,288 |
| Nov 22nd 2024 - Nov 29th 2024 | £2,491 | £2,810 | £3,128 | £3,288 |
| Nov 29th 2024 - Dec 6th 2024 | £2,491 | £2,810 | £3,128 | £3,288 |
| Dec 6th 2024 - Dec 13th 2024 | £2,491 | £2,810 | £3,128 | £3,288 |
| Dec 13th 2024 - Dec 20th 2024 | £2,491 | £2,810 | £3,128 | £3,288 |
| Dec 20th 2024 - Dec 27th 2024 | £5,340 | £6,038 | £6,737 | £7,086 |
| Dec 27th 2024 - Jan 3rd 2025 | £5,340 | £6,038 | £6,737 | £7,086 |
| Jan 3rd 2025 - Jan 10th 2025 | £2,351 | £2,651 | £2,951 | £3,101 |
| Jan 10th 2025 - Jan 17th 2025 | £2,351 | £2,651 | £2,951 | £3,101 |
| Jan 17th 2025 - Jan 24th 2025 | £2,351 | £2,651 | £2,951 | £3,101 |
| Jan 24th 2025 - Jan 31st 2025 | £2,351 | £2,651 | £2,951 | £3,101 |
| Jan 31st 2025 - Feb 7th 2025 | £2,351 | £2,651 | £2,951 | £3,101 |
| Feb 7th 2025 - Feb 14th 2025 | £3,190 | £3,601 | £4,013 | £4,219 |
| Feb 14th 2025 - Feb 21st 2025 | £2,840 | £3,206 | £3,571 | £3,753 |
| Feb 21st 2025 - Feb 28th 2025 | £2,491 | £2,810 | £3,128 | £3,288 |
| Feb 28th 2025 - Mar 7th 2025 | £2,677 | £3,021 | £3,364 | £3,536 |
| Mar 7th 2025 - Mar 14th 2025 | £2,864 | £3,232 | £3,600 | £3,784 |
| Mar 14th 2025 - Mar 21st 2025 | £2,957 | £3,338 | £3,718 | £3,909 |
| Mar 21st 2025 - Mar 28th 2025 | £3,328 | £3,758 | £4,188 | £4,403 |
| Mar 28th 2025 - Apr 4th 2025 | £3,984 | £4,502 | £5,020 | £5,279 |
| Apr 4th 2025 - Apr 11th 2025 | £3,891 | £4,396 | £4,902 | £5,155 |
| Apr 11th 2025 - Apr 18th 2025 | £3,564 | £4,026 | £4,488 | £4,719 |
| Apr 18th 2025 - Apr 25th 2025 | £3,564 | £4,026 | £4,488 | £4,719 |
| Apr 25th 2025 - May 2nd 2025 | £3,632 | £4,103 | £4,574 | £4,809 |
| May 2nd 2025 - May 9th 2025 | £3,632 | £4,103 | £4,574 | £4,809 |
| May 9th 2025 - May 16th 2025 | £3,666 | £4,142 | £4,617 | £4,855 |
| May 16th 2025 - May 23rd 2025 | £3,734 | £4,219 | £4,703 | £4,945 |
| May 23rd 2025 - May 30th 2025 | £4,586 | £5,184 | £5,782 | £6,081 |
| May 30th 2025 - Jun 6th 2025 | £3,802 | £4,296 | £4,789 | £5,036 |
| Jun 6th 2025 - Jun 13th 2025 | £3,905 | £4,412 | £4,919 | £5,172 |
| Jun 13th 2025 - Jun 20th 2025 | £3,973 | £4,489 | £5,005 | £5,263 |
| Jun 20th 2025 - Jun 27th 2025 | £4,075 | £4,605 | £5,134 | £5,399 |
| Jun 27th 2025 - Jul 4th 2025 | £4,178 | £4,721 | £5,265 | £5,537 |
| Jul 4th 2025 - Jul 11th 2025 | £4,314 | £4,876 | £5,437 | £5,718 |
| Jul 11th 2025 - Jul 18th 2025 | £4,518 | £5,107 | £5,696 | £5,991 |
| Jul 18th 2025 - Jul 25th 2025 | £4,641 | £5,246 | £5,852 | £6,154 |
| Jul 25th 2025 - Aug 1st 2025 | £5,132 | £5,803 | £6,473 | £6,809 |
| Aug 1st 2025 - Aug 8th 2025 | £5,492 | £6,211 | £6,930 | £7,289 |
| Aug 8th 2025 - Aug 15th 2025 | £5,492 | £6,211 | £6,930 | £7,289 |
| Aug 15th 2025 - Aug 22nd 2025 | £5,132 | £5,803 | £6,473 | £6,809 |
| Aug 22nd 2025 - Aug 29th 2025 | £5,132 | £5,803 | £6,473 | £6,809 |
| Aug 29th 2025 - Sep 5th 2025 | £4,204 | £4,751 | £5,298 | £5,571 |
| Sep 5th 2025 - Sep 12th 2025 | £3,836 | £4,335 | £4,833 | £5,082 |
| Sep 12th 2025 - Sep 19th 2025 | £3,700 | £4,180 | £4,660 | £4,900 |
| Sep 19th 2025 - Sep 26th 2025 | £3,564 | £4,026 | £4,488 | £4,719 |
| Sep 26th 2025 - Oct 3rd 2025 | £3,223 | £3,639 | £4,055 | £4,263 |
| Oct 3rd 2025 - Oct 10th 2025 | £3,223 | £3,639 | £4,055 | £4,263 |
| Oct 10th 2025 - Oct 17th 2025 | £3,223 | £3,639 | £4,055 | £4,263 |
| Oct 17th 2025 - Oct 24th 2025 | £3,666 | £4,142 | £4,617 | £4,855 |
| Oct 24th 2025 - Oct 31st 2025 | £4,110 | £4,644 | £5,179 | £5,446 |
| Oct 31st 2025 - Nov 6th 2025 | £2,491 | £2,810 | £3,128 | £3,288 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Lovely barn!
The accommodation is spacious and modern with a lovely blend of traditional and contemporary features. Despite the cold weather outside, inside was always warm. Would recommend the local pub “The Peacock”, the food was fantastic. The welcome pack of bread, cake, juices and a bottle of Prosecco was a nice unexpected touch. Overall a great time had by us all and thoroughly recommend it for groups and/ or families.
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Great for a large group!
Overall the Barn was fantastic, very high standard of cleanliness and very much a home from home, I would highly recommend the Barn to any large group especially for the great social kitchen/dining area.
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