Guests say
The Cow Shed is a beautifully converted and spacious cottage, praised for its comfort, cleanliness, and welcoming hosts. Guests consistently highlight the well-equipped kitchen, relaxing atmosphere, and the popular games room. The property is ideally situated for exploring the Norfolk Broads and nearby attractions. While some mention minor traffic noise and the proximity to a main road, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return and recommending the cottage to others.
Cleanliness is frequently praised, with guests describing the property as spotless, sparkling, and well maintained throughout their stay.
The location is highly regarded for access to the Broads and local attractions. A few guests note some traffic noise and the lack of a pavement on the main road, but most find the setting convenient and enjoyable.
Guests consistently mention the comfort of the beds and the overall homely feel of the cottage, with ample space and warmth contributing to a relaxing stay.
Facilities are a standout feature, with the games room, well-equipped kitchen, multiple TVs, and garden all receiving high praise. The property is described as modern, spacious, and thoughtfully furnished.
Many guests appreciated welcome packs and thoughtful touches such as books, DVDs, and puzzles. While these gestures are warmly received, please note that such gifts are not 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.
Nearby points of interest
- Tower climb at St Helen’s church
- Woodforde's Brewery Tap @ Fur & Feather Inn
- Wroxham Boats Trips
- Wroxham Miniature Worlds
- Wroxham Barns
- Rowing on the River Bure at Belaugh
- Time and Tide Museum of Great Yarmouth Life
- Norfolk Broads
- University of East Anglia (UEA)
Reviews (30)
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Garry Chapman
We haven’t got enough superlatives to say about the Cowshed and also Bernice and Andy. Perfect hosts, there when you need them and in the background when you want your privacy. The cottage is just 5 star and Horning a lovely tranquil escape ….. We will return 😉😎
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent stay at The Cow Shed. Accommodation was comfortable and furnished to a high standard. Property has a small front courtyard and a garden with patio furniture. The kitchen had everything you needed if you did want to cook. Plenty of Pubs serving food and restaurants within easy reach. Wroxham not that far in the car for shopping at the famous Roy’s or a trip on the broads. The owners live next door and are very welcoming. Would definitely recommend and visit again.
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Confirmed Guest
The Cow shed was lovely clean and comfortable.the owner has 4 dogs which could be a issue with people