Little Norlington Barn
Little Norlington Barn Norlington Lane, Ringmer, Lewes BN8 5SG England
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Little Norlington Barn Norlington Lane, Ringmer, Lewes BN8 5SG England
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Very clean and spacious, well-equipped and with good breakfast materials provided. Hosts very responsive and supportive. I hesitate to criticise such kind hosts but I could have done with a bit more colour both in the house and the garden - flowers, pictures, shrubs etc. Maybe I missed the point - a clean, minimalist vibe? Anyway thanks Sandra and Miles!
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Date of stay: October 2021
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High standards all round. Fabulous rooms delivering on the promise from the website. Beautiful location. Wonderful breakfast. Sandra and Miles could not have been more welcoming and accommodating. We went to Glyndebourne and the property could not be more convenient. Massive standing ovation all round for our hosts and the whole experience. Thank you both so much
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Response from SandraC9524, Owner at Little Norlington Barn
Responded 8 Nov 2019
Hi Phillippa Thank you so much for your lovely review. We enjoyed meeting you both - you were such fun guests. So pleased that our place worked well for your visit to Glyndebourne and we hope we can welcome you back some other time. All the best, Sandra.
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Question - What is your criteria for choosing a perfect bed and breakfast? If like me you seek immaculate accommodation, in a serene location, with second to none service... look no further! Little Norlington Barn simply won't disappoint. From the moment we arrived till the time we departed, Sandra and Miles were utterly welcoming, attentive hosts. A simply superb stay... ticks every box!
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Date of stay: June 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: Loved The Milking Parlour!
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Response from SandraC9524, Owner at Little Norlington Barn
Responded 7 Jul 2019
Thank you so much for your kind comments and lovely review. We are glad the Milking Parlour at Little Norlington Barn proved a success for your stay. Hope we can welcome you again. All the best, Sandra
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Over the years we have stayed in at least 9 different hotels or B & Bs when going to Glyndebourne but for the second year running we have been to Little Norlington Barn and now would not consider anywhere else. It is only about two or three miles from the opera - we were back within 20 minutes of the curtain going down. The rooms are first class ,but not fussy ,with everything you need provided and very comfortable beds. It is down an attractive lane and is peaceful and quiet. Excellent breakfast which you can have outside weather permitting. The owners Sandra and Miles and charming and do everything to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. My only concern in writing this review is that it will encourage too many people to stay there and it might be fully booked when we next want to go.!…
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Date of stay: August 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Sandra C, Owner at Little Norlington Barn
Responded 28 Aug 2018
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are delighted you want to keep coming back as we love having such fabulous guests. Glad that Little Norlington Barn works well for your Glyndebourne visits. Sorry the weather wasn't as good for your visit this time but glad you got one al fresco breakfast. Look forward to seeing you next year and fingers crossed for sunshine. All the best, Sandra
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It's the best place to stay for Glyndebourne, you don't have to rush off after the opera but can sit in the grounds and finish your champagne knowing Sandra's delightfully comfortable home is just over the hill (actually walkable if you end up over the limit). And they'll help you get your picnic ready and into your glad rags. Delicious generous breakfasts with locally sourced fresh ingredients, you get the use of this imaginatively converted Sussex barn and the run of the beautiful gardens. Incredible value compared to a hotel room, and most likely cleaner and more luxurious. Plus Sandra and Miles are friendly and fastidious hosts. (We left a little cushion behind & went back to Australia. They kept it for us until we returned 2 years later).
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Date of stay: May 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: All rooms are good, imaginative and very comfy beds
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Response from Sandra C, Owner at Little Norlington Barn
Responded 8 Jun 2018
Thank you so much for your wonderful and generous review. We are glad that Little Norlington Barn hits the spot for all of you for visiting Glyndebourne - even if we had to take your cushion hostage to get you to come back, ha ha!! We hope we'll see you again next year. All the best, Sandra
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Norlington Barn is in a fantastic location for amongst other things: Glyndebourne; Lewes; the associated Bloomsbury Set buildings (Charleston House and Berwick Church especially) and much more. Add to this the lovely building conversion of the Barn; the view from our room and the peace and quiet of Norlington Lane. Sandra is a great host; knowledgeable of the area, superb breakfasts and owner of adorable staghounds. Do not look any further for a Sussex B&B: this is the one!
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Date of stay: May 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: There are three types of room; all of which are of a high standard and are as described on...
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Response from Sandra C, Owner at Little Norlington Barn
Responded 29 May 2018
Thank you so much for your lovely review. Great to know you enjoyed your stay and we are pleased that our doggies did their best meeting and greeting! We are indeed close for Glyndebourne, Lewes and all things Bloomsbury Settish, yet still rural so that guests can hopefully relax in the peace of the countryside. Hope we can welcome you back some time. All the best, Sandra
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.....we liked Little Norlington Barn so much we didn't feel like going anywhere... I was looking for (and didn't mind paying for) something special and unusual to spend our wedding anniversary. I found it in this beautifully converted barn. We stayed in the main house in the Kicking Horse room which is really a separate little apartment up a separate staircase. We had a double bedroom and little sitting room with tv and fridge and tray with coffee/tea and beautiful views over the surrounding area. Bathroom was modern with a walk-in shower. We were invited to use the main living space in the high-ceilinged barn at any time but we liked our own little sitting area. I won't upload any pictures because it is exactly as on the website. Breakfast was plenty and delicious, every diet catered for: fresh fruit, homemade granola even better homemade spelt bread. The cooked breakfast was equally good, best scrambled (locally sourced) eggs ever. We were also offered hot drinks or cake during the day. We did venture out in the end to recommended pubs and enjoyed a couple of walks, one from the house. We absolutely loved staying in this beautiful, unusual home with Sandra and Miles and I must not forget to mention their two amazing deerhounds.…
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Date of stay: May 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: all three very good
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Response from Sandra C, Owner at Little Norlington Barn
Responded 21 May 2018
Thank you so much for your lovely words. We are glad our barn made a good base for your wedding anniversary weekend. I must give credit to the wonderful Springles farm for the fab eggs I buy. Also, The Cock Inn for supper. Hope that we can welcome you back some time - especaially as Rora the deerhound is already missing all the attention! All the best, Sandra
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We met up with friends and enjoyed a lovely venue with great breakfasts and friendly hosts . It was handy to be able to use the lounge and glasses were happily provided for our drinks . We all slept well , probably partly due to being out and about in the warm sunshine all day , plenty to do in easy reach .
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Date of stay: May 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Sandra C, Owner at Little Norlington Barn
Responded 19 May 2018
Thank you for your lovely review. Glad the set-up here worked so well for the four of you, so you could catch up together over a glass of wine in the evenings. Enjoyed your company and hope we can welcome you all back some time. All the best, Sandra
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Absolutely fantastic. Sandra and Miles could not do enough to ensure our stay was comfortable, enjoyable and stress free. Beautiful location, spotless accommodation throughout, only surpassed by Sandra and Miles hospitality Ticks all the boxes and then some!!! Now we know what " going the extra mile" is. Many thanks to you both. Ian & Barbara
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Date of stay: September 2017Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: All rooms are good, so no worries there.
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Responded 5 Oct 2017
Thank you for your kind comments. We are so glad the barn space worked well for the family being together and also for the bride's and bridesmaids' wedding-day preparations. All the best, Sandra.
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We have just rented the whole of Little Norlington Barn for a family stay before a local wedding, including couples, the bride and groom, and grandparents. Sandra and Miles were wonderful, gracious hosts and every aspect of our visit was a joy, from start to finish. The barn is lovingly restored with acres of English country charm, and the grounds are bucolic in the extreme. Each room has original features and charm--but enough updates so I (NOT known for my ability to rough it) did not feel primitive! The beds and linens are ridiculously comfortable and we sank into them, sleeping like babies each night. Bath products are British-made, charming for Anglophile Americans like me. Sandra's breakfasts are amazing--locally sourced ingredients for fruit, granola, eggs, bacon, sausage and the like make everything taste amazing. The coffee beans are also locally roasted. I was late from Heathrow on Friday and Sandra whipped me up homemade spelt toast points with cheese and her homemade crabapple chili jam. We were also fortunate enough to sample her delightful dinner as part of our wedding weekend--roasted butternut squash soup, roast chicken and chorizo, broccoli, mash and a lovely cheesecake with caramel sauce in which I would gladly swim. We had early mornings and late nights with the wedding, but Sandra and Miles were there at every turn to make sure we had everything and that no desire went unquenched. In addition to being exquisite hosts, Sandra and Miles are also lovely people with wonderful stories to tell--and they've perfected the art of being there at the right time and quietly disappearing when we wanted family time. Honestly, I'd carry on but now I'm in danger of being ridiculously effusive. I cannot recommend Little Norlington Barn highly enough!…
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Date of stay: September 2017Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 5 Oct 2017
Thank you for your wonderful review. It was a pleasure to host you all and we are pleased to know Little Norlington Barn hit the spot for the family wedding gathering. If every wedding group are as lovely, we can't wait for the next one! All the best, Sandra.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Little Norlington Barn
Which popular attractions are close to Little Norlington Barn?
Nearby attractions include Encryption Escape Rooms (0.8 miles), Southover Grange Gardens (3.7 miles), and Glyndebourne (2.0 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Little Norlington Barn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Little Norlington Barn?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Little Norlington Barn?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Little Norlington Barn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Amira's Kitchen, Zorba Meze & Grill - Lewes, and The Cock Inn.
Is Little Norlington Barn located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 1.0 miles away from the centre of Ringmer.
Are pets allowed at Little Norlington Barn?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Little Norlington Barn?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Southover Grange Gardens (3.7 miles), Charleston (4.7 miles), and Anne of Cleves House (3.8 miles).