The Cowshed | Horsley | Northumbria | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.8★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

96 Customer Review(s)

Mike
June 2025

“Lovely and comfortable.”

.. plenty of videos cds, records, books etc. Very convenient location too for exploring Northumberland and Durham. Thumbs up for the pub within 5 mins walk away

.. plenty of videos cds, records, books etc. Very convenient location too for exploring Northumberland and Durham. Thumbs up for the pub within 5 mins walk away

- Mike, June 2025

Thanks for the great feedback. So pleased you had a good week. Property Owner
William C June 2025

“A wonderfully spacious, yet cosy cottage.”

It has every facility for a wonderful self catering break. We, personally, were charmed and impressed by the owners choice of décor. The open beamed ceilings and choices of lighting made evenings relaxing on the sofa the most comfortable part of our break. Music (CD/vinyl), TV (DVD), board games and reading material (for grown ups and children) were not in short supply. It was a pleasure to spend time in the 'Cowshed'.

- William C, June 2025

Thanks for the great comments. Delighted you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Chris May 2025

“Excellent, well appointed and clean accommodation, lovely hosts, ideal lccation for exploring Tyneside coasts and countryside.”

- Chris, May 2025

Thanks for your great feedback - much appreciated Property Owner
Andrew April 2025

“Great property.”

No issues at all. Lovely home touches. Some more cereal bowls could be useful.

- Andrew, April 2025

Thanks for the great feedback. Property Owner
Ruth April 2025

“We loved our stay at the Cowshed.”

It was spacious, beautifully decorated with eclectic elements and great colours, and really comfortable. Everything was as advertised, except that the owners had had to replace the Smeg fridge with a dull white one - hardly a hardship! They were friendly and helpful, the opposite of so many cottage stays where one feels that one is dealing with an impersonal business. The area is great with loads to see. Although the village is small, it has an arts centre where you can visit the artists.

- Ruth, April 2025

Delighted you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for the great feedback. Property Owner
Michelle February 2025

“Lovely cottage - warm, comfortable and spacious.”

Perfect to return to after a day exploring the local area. We would definitely visit again.

- Michelle, February 2025

Thanks for the great feedback. Delighted you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again. Property Owner
Bruce February 2025

“We had a lovely time staying in the cow shed, the property is warm, spacious and well furnished.”

Margaret was great, always very responsive and when during a storm there was a power cut in the village she brought round candles and firewood so we could stay warm and see! Highly recommend the cowshed to stay. Beds very comfy.

- Bruce, February 2025

Thanks so much for the great feedback. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Carl September 2024

“Furniture is worn out and needs replacing especially the sette, arm chair also dirty.”

New larger frying pan would be a good idea too. Quite a few cobwebs. Location is very good for getting around the area.

- Carl, September 2024
David June 2024

“A beautiful well appointed cottage with everything you might need for your stay and more.”

Very comfortable living space, we particularly liked the mug and china display and who would have thought of a record player and a selection of LP’s although we did not use them.

- David, June 2024

Thank you for the great feedback. Property Owner
Trevor June 2024

“The cowshed was an excellent holiday home, with some quirky touches in furnishings the whole experience was wonderful.”

Welcome basket was good and owner even supplied discount vouchers for the local pub, which by the way serves excellent food but closes Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Highly recommended.

- Trevor, June 2024

Thanks so much for the fabulous feedback. Great to hear you enjoyed the pub too. Hope to see you again. Property Owner
Catherine and Colin May 2024

“My husband, daughter and myself had a lovely stay in the Cowshed which is centrally placed for visiting all there is to see in Northumberland.”

We would certainly recommend it to friends and family.

- Catherine and Colin, May 2024

Thanks for the great feedback. So pleased you enjoyed your visit. Hope to see you again. Property Owner
Kim May 2024

“This is a lovely property, great situation and location.”

The property is very well equipped and mostly to a high standard. My only suggestion for improvement would be renew the lounge seating which could be much more comfortable. Overall an enjoyable stay, the owners, whilst next door, leave you to it but are on hand if required. Would happily recommend and return. Thank you

- Kim, May 2024

Thanks for the feedback. Great to hear you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Robin May 2024

“Absolutely charming and fantastic holiday home furnished and decorated with love.”

Truly fabulous, thank you!

- Robin, May 2024

Thank you so much. Delighted you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Benjamin March 2024

“This was our second stay and we loved it as much as we did the first time.”

Great cottage, great hosts and a lovely location.

- Benjamin, March 2024

So pleased you enjoyed your 2nd visit. Thanks for the great feedback. Hope to see you again. Property Owner
Steve March 2024

“Really enjoyed the space and ambiance of the Cowshed.”

Lovely welcome pack, thank you. Great location for exploring the area. Easy walk to pub and cafe in village. Close House golf 1mile but very busy and expensive .Lots of other courses available. Owner was very helpful and supportive, which made stay much easier. Will return to the Cowshed.

- Steve, March 2024

Delighted you enjoyed your stay. Lovely to meet you. Hope to see you all again in the future. Property Owner
Beth February 2024

“We loved our stay at the cowshed!”

A happy and inviting place for our family to stay whilst we were having work done on our house. Really cosy and warm with underfloor heating, spotlessly clean, all the amenities you need have been thought about and provided. Very helpful hosts who are available whenever needed. The only bad thing about the cowshed is it doesn’t belong to me!

- Beth, February 2024

Thanks so much for the great feedback. Best wishes for the future. Property Owner
Philippa February 2024

“The cottage was lovely!”

Loads of space. The decor was interesting and funky. Loads of clever little touches. We really enjoyed our stay. The host was attentive and helpful when we contacted her. Wonderful stay at a fabulous cottage! Thank you.

- Philippa, February 2024

Thanks for the great feedback. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again. Property Owner
James December 2023

“Some of the utensils, pots, pans and glassware would benefit from a refresh.”

Other than that, the cottage is very comfortable and in a good location for visiting the local attractions.

- James, December 2023

Thank you for the feedback. All have now been replaced. Great to hear you found the cottage comfortable and in a good location. Property Owner
Helen September 2023

“Friendly and helpful owners.”

Well equipped, and original and creative decor. Really enjoyed our stay.,

- Helen, September 2023

Thanks for the great feedback. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Carolyn September 2023

“Immediately on arrival we felt such warmth and comfort.”

The cottage was so beautifully equipped we could recommend it to any friends wanting to visit beautiful Northumberland . We had a very nice evening meal in the local pub called the Lion and the Lamb.

- Carolyn, September 2023

Thanks for the fab feedback - delighted you enjoyed it. Hope to see you again. Property Owner
James July 2023

“An ideal holiday cottage in a good location.”

We loved the quirky decor and individual touches. Plenty of space and plenty of character. Had everything you need and the owners were friendly and very helpful. Would definitely recommend, Thank you for an enjoyable stay.

- James, July 2023
Kathryn June 2023

“A lovely well equipped holiday home.”

We enjoyed the space and the quirky decor. Excellent location for visiting Newcastle and the surrounding area. The owners kindly left a delicious welcome pack!

- Kathryn, June 2023

Thanks for the great feedback. Hope to see you again in the future. Property Owner
Marilyn May 2023

“Very enjoyable stay at the Cowshed.”

All needs catered for and our hosts were very helpful. The property is ideally situated for touring the North East.

- Marilyn, May 2023

Good to see you again. Glad you had an enjoyable week. Property Owner
David May 2023

“Delightful cottage furnished with a sense of humour but also with a keen appreciation of what is needed on a cottage holiday.”

The location is perfect for a Northumberland holiday and for visiting Newcastle. The only reason I have not given the highest marks for comfort is that the dining chairs have suffered a degree of subsidence but this shouldn't put anyone off: I imagine most people will eat out and there are plenty of places in the vicinity.

- David, May 2023

Thanks for the feedback. Glad you had a good week. Property Owner
Claire April 2023

“We had a lovely stay at the cowshed.”

The space was cosy and inviting. Loved the quirky touches. The cottage was very well positioned for easy reach of lots of sites to visit and the village has a very welcoming pub with excellent food. We will definitely be using this place again.

- Claire, April 2023

Thanks for the great feedback. Hope to see you again soon. Property Owner
Joanne October 2022

“Beautiful property in a lovely village.”

Everything you could need and more provided in the cottage. Loved the record player & fairy lights. 100% recommend.

- Joanne, October 2022
James September 2022

“The cowshed is probably the best holiday let I've ever been in.”

The owners are great. They even supply a lovely welcome pack and nothing is too much trouble. The cottage is fantastic. It's warm and comfortable, and central to all the main places to visit This is our second stay and we'll come back again.

- James, September 2022

Thanks for the great feedback. Delighted you enjoyed your 2nd visit to the cottage. Hope to see you again. Property Owner
Ray September 2022

“This is a very well equipped and comfortable cottage, well located so that you can conveniently enjoy everything that Northumberland has to offer.”

The owners are easily available, if required, to offer friendly assistance. Our thanks for a great stay!

- Ray, September 2022

Thanks so much for the great feedback. So pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Cowshed. Hope to see you again in the future. Property Owner
Gareth August 2022

“We had concerns about the cleanliness of the property soon after arrival.”

Although the initial impressions were good, it soon became clear that there were old cobwebs in corners and on the skylights and the oven had not been cleaned. Over the following days we noticed more and more residue from previous occupants such as detrius in the drawers and stains on the furniture. The property itself had several issues including blown bulbs, non working fan in the en suite bathroom, broken regulator on the shower in the other bathroom (meaning that it only went from very hot to scalding hot) and noise from aircraft landing at nearby Newcastle airport as late as 01:30.

- Gareth, August 2022
Geraldine August 2022

“We really enjoyed our stay at the Cowshed.”

Well-equipped with comfortable beds and good showers. It makes an excellent base to is visit Hadrian's Wall, Newcastle, the Northumbria National Park and the coast, north and south. The owners are very friendly and though not needed, on hand if any issues arise.

- Geraldine, August 2022

Thanks for the feedback - great to hear you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Jane August 2022

“Fabulous thank you”

- Jane, August 2022

Thanks so much for the great feedback. Property Owner
Ellen July 2022

“Visited with my Husband and two children.”

Absolutely fantastic time had by the whole family while staying here at The Cowshed. Friendly owner, happy to help when needed. Welcome pack with coffee, wine, crisps, biscuits, milk and more was lovely to find on arrival. Well equipped kitchen and nice bathrooms with good showers. Very comfortable beds. Lovely homely space. Large array of books, dvds, and music to enjoy while not exploring the beautiful Northumberland surroundings. Will definitely recommend and would love to return in the future.

- Ellen, July 2022
Victoria June 2022

“Lovely spacious cottage, well equipped and very comfortable.”

Great base for exploring the area.

- Victoria, June 2022

Thanks for the great feedback. Hope to see you again in future. Property Owner
Linda June 2022

“A really lovely place to stay, in a village with a great pub and a small Arts studios/cafe, well worth a visit.”

The barn was clean and airy with some quirky bits and pieces! Everything we could want, plus a welcome pack, large rooms (inc the Ensuite) Excellent centre for visiting the Roman forts - recommend Corbridge and Housesteads - and Hexham a lovely town too. Can’t wait to go back!

- Linda, June 2022

Thanks for the great feedback. So pleased you enjoyed staying at The Cowshed. Hope to see you back again in the future. Property Owner
Paula May 2022

“A wonderful cottage with everything you need and more provided.”

I liked the fairy lights! Good location to explore the county.

- Paula, May 2022
Steve April 2022

“We had a very pleasant holiday at The Cowshed.”

We previously had had to cancel a booking there due to Covid lockdown, but we're glad we booked again. It was ideal for the four of us (2 couples). Would recommend it for comfort, and for a good place for visiting around the Hadrian's Wall area. Owner very friendly and helpful.

- Steve, April 2022

Thanks for the great feedback. Delighted you had a good week. Hope to see you again in the future. Property Owner
James March 2022

“This really is a most fantastic place to spend a holiday.”

It really comfortable, warm and central to so many places. It was like being in a home from home. The owner left us a welcome pack that was fantastic. We are now looking to book again later in the year.

- James, March 2022
Lynne February 2022

“Lovely property, very well equipped.”

Only one suggestion - remote control blind for Velux window in bedroom. The moonlight can be very bright on the pillows on clear nights.

- Lynne, February 2022
Mark January 2022

“The cottage was lovely.”

Very well maintained with everything you could need for a comfortable stay - including underfloor heating, a dishwasher, record player with a great selection of records, a log burner and a selection of books and games. The town is lovely and in the perfect location for countryside walks. I would definitely recommend The Cowshed!

- Mark, January 2022

Thanks for staying at The Cowshed and for your great feedback. Hope to see you again in the future. Property Owner
Richard October 2021

“This was our 3rd visit.”

We love the peace, comfort and access to this part of Northumbria.

- Richard, October 2021
Jo October 2021

“So happy to go back again.”

Hosts were amazing and super helpful

- Jo, October 2021
Alan September 2021

“The Cowshed was just as described, and was comfortable and clean.”

The weather was cold when we first arrived and we couldn't see how or where the heating was, although it did have thermostats everywhere. After a couple of nights it became warmer and we were more comfortable. All in all a lovely stay - we would definitely recommend it.

- Alan, September 2021
Doreen July 2021

“A very clean, comfortable, well-equipped cottage in a beautiful part of England.”

It was an ideal location for exploring Hadrian’s Wall and We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday. Would definitely go back.

- Doreen, July 2021
Cynthia July 2021

“We are so pleased with last years holiday .”

... I thought Sykes, I wonder if they have a Cowshed with the critical facilities "walkin shower or wet room" a double and a twin room and near a pub and people when we go off and leave my mother and brother for a half day, in the Derby/Peak district.? Sure enough there was the "Old Cowshed" and "Zoe's Cowshed" in Witten ref: xx etc. although there are about 4 more steps than the "Cowshed" in Haddon and no wet room but a single shower which should be alright. It looks idillic and peacefully set in the country... if all goes well we will be extremely satisfied customers... Thank you very much indeed. Cynthia and family

- Cynthia, July 2021
Kathleen Iris June 2021

“We had a wonderful week at The Cowshed, we had been there before and it was a delight to be back.”

The cottage is perfect and there’s a lovely garden which we used quite a bit as the weather was nice. We were always mindful of the COVID situation and probably spent more time at the cottage than we would otherwise have done but it just gave us more time to enjoy it. We had it booked for last year but of course we couldn’t go so we had been looking forward to it for a long time but it was absolutely worth it. I would recommend it 100%!

- Kathleen Iris, June 2021
Eleanor June 2021

“Beautiful cottage tastefully decorated.”

All amenities needed available in cottage. Loved the bathrooms. Kitchen equipment excellent. Easy drive from City Centre. Very clean. Books, maps, games, music, fireplace, 3 TVs. And felt very private. I particularly loved the lampshades with the birds, butterflies. Lovely antidote to lockdown experience.

- Eleanor, June 2021
Denise May 2021

“Had the most relaxing week in beautiful Northumberland!”

The Cowshed exceeded all our expectations. The photographs don’t do it justice. It’s spacious, and yet still so cozy. It’s been so tastefully renovated, . A fabulous mix of old and new. We loved its quirkyness, the artwork and all the little touches that make it feel like home. It was lovely to find a welcome hamper with Prosecco, coffee and tea & milk in the fridge! It has everything you need for a comfortable stay, plenty of lovely handsoaps and toiletries.. it was also spotlessly clean. Margaret is a lovely host and was very welcoming, reassuring us that if we needed anything then we only had to knock her door. Thank you again for a super holiday. We can’t wait to return, hopefully later in the year. Dee & Tony Newman.

- Denise, May 2021
Jen May 2021

“Excellent stay at The Cowshed!”

The accommodation was very homely and better than the pictures, the kitchen is very equipped. There are lots of walks in the area to local pubs!

- Jen, May 2021
Claire April 2021

“Lovely cottage in a small village, with easy access to Newcastle and lovely towns like Hexham.”

- Claire, April 2021
Howard October 2020

“Really nice place, great for a family of 4.”

Easy to get to, great access to the Roman wall sites and family nearby at the coast. Would definitely consider this place again.

- Howard, October 2020
Basil October 2020

“Lovely, quirky cottage.”

.....very well situated for traveling anywhere in Northumberland. We could have happily lived there for ever! The people of Northumberland are warm and welcoming. Loved our holiday.

- Basil, October 2020
Adrian September 2020

“This is the second time we've stayed at The Cowshed.”

Everything was just as advertised, hence, our decision to book here again. The property was clean and comfortable, just what you'd expect in the current climate with plenty of anti-COVID-19 provisions. We enjoyed visiting the local farm shops and cafes for the wonderful food they have to offer. No doubt, we'll be coming here again.

- Adrian, September 2020
Barry September 2020

“The coffee,shortbread and Prosecco were a nice surprise and much appreciated.”

My only gripe re the kitchen equipment would be a lack of microwaveable containers, a fruit bowl and a salad bowl but the abundance of books and information leaflets plus the big shower more than made up for these omissions.

- Barry, September 2020
Susan August 2020

“Margaret and Malcolm extremely friendly owner/host available in farmhouse next door to answer any questions or give advice for days out etc.”

Their dogs, cats and hens a bonus for us. Lovely garden to enjoy if weather is kind.

- Susan, August 2020
Richard February 2020

“A highly recommended location - we loved every bit of the Cowshed.”

Great location, fantastic layout and set up and much bigger than you imagine on the pictures Attention to detail is impressive yet preserving a really relaxed feel with a fantastic open plan living and cooking space. Lots of great touches that show the owners care Privacy was really thoughtfully handled too - the owners were available if and when needed, but a real sense of it being our space Thoroughly recommended!!

- Richard, February 2020
Christine December 2019

“Advertised as wi fi but no wi fi”

- Christine, December 2019

We are sorry to hear that you were affected by the outage of WiFi in village during your stay, Regrettably, this was out of our control and has since been resolved with no further issues. We hope you still enjoyed your stay at The Cowshed. Property Owner
Gary November 2019

“Cottage was so warm and cozy.”

Everything went like clockwork from booking through to getting in the front door. The cottage has everything you could ever need, highlights included the welcome hamper goodies, Fairy lights, LP player (and selection of albums) and the cool chickens...

- Gary, November 2019
Norman November 2019

“This is one of the best cottages we have ever stayed in!”

It's very clean and tidy yet full of quirky and interesting bits and pieces. It's very roomy but still has a cosy feel. It has easy access to the A69 yet is very quiet. The little hamper of 'goodies' was a lovely touch. A wonderful place to spend some quality time in Northumberland.

- Norman, November 2019
Nicola November 2019

“The Cowshed is a wonderful place to stay, it’s beautifully decorated and has everything you need.”

We traveled with my son who is 15 months old and he loved the space to play and I didn’t have to worry about any stairs with it being all on one level. The Prosecco, biscuits and crisps were much appreciated and we were so comfortable and felt very relaxed. Thank you

- Nicola, November 2019
Alastair October 2019

“A lovely warm, cosy and yet luxurious feeling cottage.”

Highly recommend.

- Alastair, October 2019
Elaine August 2019

“This is a beautiful cottage which has been decorated very tastefully with some lovely quirky touches.”

The kitchen is modern with an induction range cooker and a Smeg fridge. It was ideal set out for us, and had the bonus of a walk in shower in the spacious en-suite for my elderly mother and a full size bathroom as well.

- Elaine, August 2019
John July 2019

“We had a fantastic stay .”

Everything is there that you would ever need. Welcome basket was a great touch . Spacious open plan interior, good size bedrooms, on a fairly quiet road with parking right at the door. The area has plenty to offer and we saw a fair bit but we must try to go back ! I would stay at the cowshed again without hesitation.

- John, July 2019
John May 2019

“Owner on site and the people were very helpful”

- John, May 2019
Michael May 2019

“This was our 2nd stay at The Cowshed, and we were not disapointed.”

It was as good as ever and we will be returning in the not too distant future.

- Michael, May 2019
Alan March 2019

“This is an excellent property - inviting, warm, comfortable, clean and in a great location.”

We didn’t want to leave!

- Alan, March 2019
Paul February 2019

“This cottage is very handy for Newcastle and Northumberland.”

You feel you are in the countryside yet you are only 20 minutes from Central Newcastle. The cottage was well maintained and felt very comfortable. The owners are very nice and on-site, but you would never know it as they left us well alone, although they were there if needed. Very nice welcome basket on arrival, and wonderful fresh farm eggs from the hens wondering around. I would have no hesitation in recommending this cottage.

- Paul, February 2019
Caroline February 2019

“This was a very comfortable cottage.”

The welcome pack was much appreciated and included a little basket of fresh eggs. We really enjoyed the record player and vinyl LP's to play. The owners were very helpful. This would suit someone of limited mobility as everything was on the flat and there was a walk in shower in the master bedroom. We enjoyed the 2min walk to the pub for dinner and the 2 min walk to the arts centre for lunch. We even bought a picture from one the the artists in residence! Great position for exploring Hadrians Wall, but also only 30 mins from Durham.

- Caroline, February 2019
Michael January 2019

“From the moment we arrived we knew we were in a quality rental.”

Generous welcome pack, including milk, tea and coffee, and a bottle of Prosecco. Margaret was on hand if any problems. Plenty of kitchen equipment, the best we have found. The property was warm and cosy, we didn't want to leave.Have booked again for May as it is that good.

- Michael, January 2019
Hazel July 2018

“A beautiful place to stay.”

We combined visiting family with seeing more of Northumberland. The cowshed was well equipped and a welcome basket of goods was much appreciated- I have stayed in many cottages and it is often these little touches that are much appreciated. The owners responded efficiently to any queries we had . Good position for eg Newcastle, Hexham, Roman Wall and beautiful countryside. It is slightly close to the B road, however that can’t be remedied and did not impact on our enjoyment of returning to it everyday ! A big thank you to the owners, it is a well loved place.

- Hazel, July 2018
Amanda July 2018

“Lovely cottage, with great facilities.”

Very lovely extras (basket of goodies, gorgeous soaps and bath things, candles). Helpful owners and in a great location.

- Amanda, July 2018
Jodie October 2017

“We absolutely adored the cowshed.”

The whole experience made our week in Northumberland extra special. Everything is very well thought out from the welcome pack and additional extras on arrival to the vibrant decor and layout. It allowed us to relax immediately. We didn't want to leave!

- Jodie, October 2017
Jackie September 2017

“We loved the Cowshed, it was so cosy and the retro decor and quirky touches were done very artistically and tastefully.”

The kitchen had everything you would need for a week, oven was spotless and all appliances were clean, modern and working perfectly. I loved the vintage table and all the mismatched furniture, really worked well! Comfy bed, big walk in shower in the en suite and perfectly peaceful at night for a good nights' sleep! We toured the area easily from this base and would love to return here one day. I would have no hesitation in recommending The Cowshed to friends and family.

- Jackie, September 2017
Christoph July 2017

“A beautiful, large and perfectly equipped cottage.”

We appreciated the straightforwardness of the owners.

- Christoph, July 2017
Jean July 2017

“Cottage in quiet location, spacious, clean and welcoming.”

One of the best cottages we have booked.

- Jean, July 2017
Marilyn May 2017

“The cottage was well placed for exploring the area and had all the modern facilities required yet had that shabby chic feel.”

Our hosts were welcoming and on hand should we need anything but not intrusive. There is so much to see in the North East area so would recommend a visit. We usually hire cottages for a holiday and I can say this is the best one we have hired - a home from home !

- Marilyn, May 2017
Stephen March 2017

“Wonderful property with everything and more one needs.”

Second time we have used it and we will return in the future.

- Stephen, March 2017
Richard February 2017

“Our second visit.”

Ideal location for Northumberland. Well appointed, comfortable, and friendly owners on site if help/advice needed.

- Richard, February 2017
Stephen October 2016

“Wonderful place and superbly appointed.”

Owner (lives on-site next door) is supremely helpful but in no way interfering. Excellent location to tour east (not far - Newcastle then the sea..), west (Cumbria and the rest of Hadrian's Wall beckons), north (the main draw - all the stunning Northumbrian beaches and castles) and south (into North Yorkshire pet). Lovely Welcome pack on arrival - so a cuppa on arrival after a long journey is oh so gratefully received. Note that the master bedroom's en-suite actually has a wonderful large walk-in deluge shower - not mentioned by the owners or on the website (but it should be!). The whole place is perfectly accessible as is on one level - but there is a step into the front door or a much smaller step via the French Windows into the master bedroom (once you are in and have got the key..). Lovely little village with a nice pub (Lion and lamb) that serves really nice food. Note Horsley now only has a single pub as the other has recently closed. There is no local village shop, so Heddon-on-the-Wall (about 3 miles) for papers, milk and fuel etc. Corbridge (7 miles) is a lovely little town which we love and there are restaurants and cafes aplenty.

- Stephen, October 2016
Chris July 2016

“Comfortable accommodation in a great central area for exploring Northumberland.”

- Chris, July 2016
Jackie July 2016

“The cottage was more spacious than it appeared in the photos on the website.”

Everything about the cottage was brilliant and we would definitely go back and also be happy to recommend it to friends and family.

- Jackie, July 2016
Susan May 2016

“This is the best cottage we've stayed in for a while.”

- Susan, May 2016
Richard April 2016

“The quality of the fixtures, the comfort and the location of the cottage are first rate.”

Privacy is assured yet the owners were always available on site if needed.

- Richard, April 2016
Marie Therese April 2016

“This is a relaxed cottage which was very comfortable and well appointed with a funky colour scheme.”

The cottage is in an ideal location to explore Northumberland. The owners were helpful but unobtrusive. We loved it.

- Marie Therese, April 2016
Hamira February 2016

“This is an outstanding cottage.”

The Cowshed is generous in size, quirky and an absolute joy to stay in. We were talking about going back before we even left! Just gorgeous!

- Hamira, February 2016
David January 2016

“The Cowshed was very clean, warm and cosy.”

It was very well located for visiting areas in the North East and Northumberland. We have stayed in cottages before however this one far exceeded anything else. Simply perfect.

- David, January 2016
Geoffrey November 2015

“More than delighted with the quality of the Cowshed.”

Very comfortable and extremely well fitted out. Excellent appliances, quality modern bathrooms and showers. Good location for visiting Northumberland and Durham.

- Geoffrey, November 2015
Diane October 2015

“Beautiful cottage, with everything you could require on holiday.”

The owners were really friendly and helpful too. Fantastic base to explore the area. Highly recommended!

- Diane, October 2015
Christelli October 2015

“It was beautiful, spacious, well equipped and spotless with modern appliances and furniture, and a lovely fireplace.”

It is ideally located to explore both Northumberland and north Yorkshire and is only a 15min drive from central Newcastle. We cooked here during our stay and the kitchen had everything we needed. The beds had good quality linen & mattresses and the bathrooms were in pristine condition. My husband and I took his parents there and my mother in law couldn't stop raving about the place! It really was a pleasure to stay here and will definitely recommend to anyone. Could not have had a better experience.

- Christelli, October 2015
Wayne August 2015

“The Cowshed was beautifully equipped with everything you could need for a lovely stay.”

The area too was full of interest and Horsley is a great base for exploring it.

- Wayne, August 2015
Adrian July 2015

“The Cowshed is a wonderful place to use as a base.”

It has all the things you need for a great holiday.

- Adrian, July 2015
Gail May 2015

“This was an excellent property in superb condition.”

- Gail, May 2015
Jo April 2015

“The best cottage we have stayed at, had friendly hosts and a great welcome pack.”

- Jo, April 2015
Mark March 2015

“A great location for exploring lots of places.”

We loved the décor.

- Mark, March 2015
Lesley March 2015

“Stunning cottage, we could not find any faults.”

It was well equipped, spotlessly clean, warm and comfortable and in an excellent location. We would stay again without hesitation. The nicest place we have ever stayed in and would highly recommend.

- Lesley, March 2015
Stephanie February 2015

“Gorgeous décor and surroundings, felt so at home and loved having that place to come back to each night!”

Would definitely stay again!

- Stephanie, February 2015
Brian January 2015

“The quality of the accommodation, cleanliness, décor furnishings all excellent standard, House was warm & welcoming on arrival when the temp was -2° outside.”

All greatly appreciated after an 8 hour journey with a 4 week old baby. Overall, a very spacious high quality conversion

- Brian, January 2015

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Summary

All ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request)
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Oil underfloor central heating with woodburning stove
Electric range cooker with oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books and games
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair on request
Off road parking for 2 cars
Lawned garden with furniture and BBQ
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 3 miles, pub 5 mins walk.

The property

A fabulous detached barn conversion situated in the pretty village of Horsley midway between Corbridge and Newcastle upon Tyne.

Surrounded by Northumberland farmland and within easy reach of the Hadrian's Wall path, this single-storey cottage is located next door to the owners’ farmhouse and features beams and trusses, as well as being decorated and furnished in an eclectic style to create a charming, luxury retreat in a superb location for touring the Tyne Valley and Northumberland.

The open plan living space has a warming woodburning stove for those chillier evenings, where you can curl up on the gorgeous, velvety pink sofa, pour a glass of something chilled from the pink Smeg fridge and spend evenings recounting the day’s activities.

The bedrooms at The Cowshed have been carefully thought out, with the king-size double boasting a useful en-suite shower room and the lovely twin has a wonderful, handmade lampshade which creates shadows that dance over the walls, it’s sure to delight younger visitors.

The village of Horsley has two good pubs and a popular café, whilst within reach is the historic town of Corbridge and only eleven miles away is Newcastle-upon-Tyne with its vibrant nightlife and fabulous shopping.

This charming barn conversion is the perfect base for a couple or family at any time of the year.

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About the location

HORSLEY

Wylam 2 miles; Heddon-on-the-Wall 3 miles; Corbridge 7 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 8 miles; Hexham 12 miles.

The parish of Horsley is situated in one of the most scenic parts of east Tynedale, and forms part of a World Heritage Site. The Hadrian’s Wall long distance path is situated one mile north of the village of Horsley and is connected by existing rights of way, one of which travels through Horsley Wood, a woodland dating to the medieval period. Horsley village is steeped in history, and many of the buildings have strong architectural features and are of great historical significance, while Horsley is close to the village of Wylam, the birthplace of George Stephenson, one of the early pioneers of the railway industry. Along the road is Heddon-on-the-Wall which sits on the line of the old Hadrian’s Wall, still visible at the edge of the village, and the lovely town of Corbridge, which has history dating back to Roman times, is also nearby. Just a little further on is the Tyne Valley town of Hexham with its abbey, old gaol and old town centre. The vibrant city of Newcastle upon Tyne with its many pubs, shops, eateries, museums and other attractions is within driving distance and has something for everyone. Horsley is an ideal base for exploring this part of Northumberland.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely and comfortable.”

“A wonderfully spacious, yet cosy cottage.”

“Excellent, well appointed and clean accommodation, lovely hosts, ideal lccation for exploring Tyneside coasts and countryside.”

“Great property.”

“We loved our stay at the Cowshed.”

“Lovely cottage - warm, comfortable and spacious.”

“We had a lovely time staying in the cow shed, the property is warm, spacious and well furnished.”

“Furniture is worn out and needs replacing especially the sette, arm chair also dirty.”

“A beautiful well appointed cottage with everything you might need for your stay and more.”

“The cowshed was an excellent holiday home, with some quirky touches in furnishings the whole experience was wonderful.”

“My husband, daughter and myself had a lovely stay in the Cowshed which is centrally placed for visiting all there is to see in Northumberland.”

“This is a lovely property, great situation and location.”

“Absolutely charming and fantastic holiday home furnished and decorated with love.”

“This was our second stay and we loved it as much as we did the first time.”

“Really enjoyed the space and ambiance of the Cowshed.”

“We loved our stay at the cowshed!”

“The cottage was lovely!”

“Some of the utensils, pots, pans and glassware would benefit from a refresh.”

“Friendly and helpful owners.”

“Immediately on arrival we felt such warmth and comfort.”

“An ideal holiday cottage in a good location.”

“A lovely well equipped holiday home.”

“Very enjoyable stay at the Cowshed.”

“Delightful cottage furnished with a sense of humour but also with a keen appreciation of what is needed on a cottage holiday.”

“We had a lovely stay at the cowshed.”

“Beautiful property in a lovely village.”

“The cowshed is probably the best holiday let I've ever been in.”

“This is a very well equipped and comfortable cottage, well located so that you can conveniently enjoy everything that Northumberland has to offer.”

“We had concerns about the cleanliness of the property soon after arrival.”

“We really enjoyed our stay at the Cowshed.”

“Fabulous thank you”

“Visited with my Husband and two children.”

“Lovely spacious cottage, well equipped and very comfortable.”

“A really lovely place to stay, in a village with a great pub and a small Arts studios/cafe, well worth a visit.”

“A wonderful cottage with everything you need and more provided.”

“We had a very pleasant holiday at The Cowshed.”

“This really is a most fantastic place to spend a holiday.”

“Lovely property, very well equipped.”

“The cottage was lovely.”

“This was our 3rd visit.”

“So happy to go back again.”

“The Cowshed was just as described, and was comfortable and clean.”

“A very clean, comfortable, well-equipped cottage in a beautiful part of England.”

“We are so pleased with last years holiday .”

“We had a wonderful week at The Cowshed, we had been there before and it was a delight to be back.”

“Beautiful cottage tastefully decorated.”

“Had the most relaxing week in beautiful Northumberland!”

“Excellent stay at The Cowshed!”

“Lovely cottage in a small village, with easy access to Newcastle and lovely towns like Hexham.”

“Really nice place, great for a family of 4.”

“Lovely, quirky cottage.”

“This is the second time we've stayed at The Cowshed.”

“The coffee,shortbread and Prosecco were a nice surprise and much appreciated.”

“Margaret and Malcolm extremely friendly owner/host available in farmhouse next door to answer any questions or give advice for days out etc.”

“A highly recommended location - we loved every bit of the Cowshed.”

“Advertised as wi fi but no wi fi”

“Cottage was so warm and cozy.”

“This is one of the best cottages we have ever stayed in!”

“The Cowshed is a wonderful place to stay, it’s beautifully decorated and has everything you need.”

“A lovely warm, cosy and yet luxurious feeling cottage.”

“This is a beautiful cottage which has been decorated very tastefully with some lovely quirky touches.”

“We had a fantastic stay .”

“Owner on site and the people were very helpful”

“This was our 2nd stay at The Cowshed, and we were not disapointed.”

“This is an excellent property - inviting, warm, comfortable, clean and in a great location.”

“This cottage is very handy for Newcastle and Northumberland.”

“This was a very comfortable cottage.”

“From the moment we arrived we knew we were in a quality rental.”

“A beautiful place to stay.”

“Lovely cottage, with great facilities.”

“We absolutely adored the cowshed.”

“We loved the Cowshed, it was so cosy and the retro decor and quirky touches were done very artistically and tastefully.”

“A beautiful, large and perfectly equipped cottage.”

“Cottage in quiet location, spacious, clean and welcoming.”

“The cottage was well placed for exploring the area and had all the modern facilities required yet had that shabby chic feel.”

“Wonderful property with everything and more one needs.”

“Our second visit.”