Guests say
The Cow Shed in Norwich is highly praised for its comfort, cleanliness, and well-equipped facilities, including a popular games room. Guests find it spacious and beautifully furnished, with friendly hosts adding to the charm. While some mention traffic noise and the lack of a pavement on the road to Horning, the overall experience is very positive, with many recommending a stay and expressing a desire to return.
Guests consistently describe The Cow Shed as clean and sparkling, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating high standards are maintained.
The property is well-situated for exploring the Broads, though some guests note traffic noise and the lack of a pavement on the nearby road, which may affect the location score.
Numerous reviews highlight the comfortable beds and the warm, cosy atmosphere of the cottage, suggesting a high level of comfort for guests.
Facilities are frequently commended, especially the games room. The property is well-equipped, though there is a single mention of traffic noise potentially affecting sleep.
While guests mention a welcome pack and the helpfulness of the hosts, there is not enough information to assess the consistency of such gestures, and as such, gifts cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
Make the most of the games room with pool table, CD player and board games, or venture further afield and hire a boat on the river.. 2 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Ipod Dock, Electric Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV, DVD Player
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV, DVD Player
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Ground source central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highcair. External games room with pool table, Freeview TV, CD player and board games. Welcome pack. Enclosed patio garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a natural pond in the property grounds and an unfenced koi pond in the owner’s grounds, 100 yards away.. Situated in the Norfolk Broads, just outside the pretty waterside village of Horning, this prestigious, single storey barn conversion has been completely refurbished to offer well-appointed accommodation. Complete with games room next door to the property, with pool table, CD player, board games and Freeview TV, and its own private patio garden, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the large Norfolk skies. Nestled alongside the owner’s home, the property enjoys a wealth of opportunities for walking, cycling and bird watching. Horning, ½ mile has riverside pubs, cafés and shops. Sailing, motor day boat hire and river trips are available from Horning and Wroxham, and river fishing is available along local waterways (seasonal - licence required). A number of broadland centres offer bike hire or canoe hire, possibly the most delightful way to discover the lovely reed lined waterways and their abundant wildlife.
Wroxham 3½ miles away, is known as the ‘capital of the Broads’ and home to the ‘world’s largest village store’, as well as the train station for the Bure Valley narrow gauge steam railway. Nearby How Hill nature reserve, with its marsh meadows, dykes, woodland and open water, is well worth exploring. A few minutes away is Bewilderwood, a magical tree top park which promises children a day to remember. There are excellent wide sandy beaches at Sea Palling and Horsey, 12 miles, backed with sand dunes. The seaside resort of Great Yarmouth, 16 miles, offers family fun with its famous pleasure beach, fun fair and amusements. The Pleasurewood Hills theme park at Lowestoft is 28 miles away, while Cromer, 20 miles, offers traditional seaside entertainment including a renowned end of pier show, Amazonia zoo, shops, restaurants and cafés. Bygone museums, craft centres, National Trust Felbrigg and Blickling Halls, and Horsey Windpump are all within an easy drive.
The medieval city of Norwich, 11 miles, has a magnificent cathedral, castle, galleries, museums, cinemas, theatres, excellent shopping, cafés and restaurants. The north Norfolk coastline has rspb reserves, coastal path and many picturesque villages which boast pubs and restaurants serving superb locally caught seafood. There are seal watching boat trips from Blakeney Quay, 30 miles, and Morston Quay, 31 miles, while historic Holt is 25 miles away for shops, café, restaurants and Holt Lowes countryside park and trails. Beach 12 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
Free WiFi
Please note, owner lives on site and has dogs. The games room is next door the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Reviews (17)
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Sallie Mogford
The Cowshed is a lovely cottage which was comfortable, well equipped and clean. The master bedroom bed was very comfy. The electric wood burner is a lovely feature. The stable games room was full of fun things to do with a good pool table. The only problem we had was with traffic noise. That could be because we live in a rural village and are not used to hearing it. Overall, it's a lovely place to stay and we would definitely recommend it.
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Carlene
We had a very relaxing holiday. The Cowshed was very spacious and the games room was a big hit every night. We were a party of five and was very comfortable the bedrooms are a very good size. Excellent location and lots to do we enjoyed a trip on The Southern Comfort Riverboat and visited the Radar Museum and would recommend both, Roy’s Department Store is only about a five minute drive away and worth a visit has a big car park with free parking for 3 hours.I would absolutely recommend The Cowshed and hopefully will be back, Bernice was lovely.
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Confirmed Guest
We had a fantastic stay at the Cow Shed! Lovely house and very homely! Lots to visit in the neighbouring area and owners very friendly and accommodating. Would definitely recommend.