Escape to The Cowshed, a haven in the Nottinghamshire countryside. Unwind by the woodburner, explore the rolling hills and nearby Southwell Minster or stroll through local footpaths. With private parking for 2 cars and a patio with garden furniture, this cottage offers tranquility.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Fireplace
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About this property
The Cowshed - UK37349
The Cow shed is a real gem that you will want to return time and time again! These wonderful renovated and purpose-built holiday cottages are set on the owner’s farm.. All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Bath, Walk-In Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Toilet. Air source heat pump central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Highchair. Welcome pack. Grounds with patio and garden furniture (shared with other properties on-site). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are steps in the grounds.. The Cowshed is part of Corkhill Cottages, three delightfully renovated barns providing accommodation for up to 15 guests near Southwell in the Nottinghamshire countryside. Corkhill Cottages enjoy a peaceful and tranquil setting overlooking nearby Southwell in rolling countryside, perfect for those wanting to relax and recharge away from the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life. The numerous footpaths and local Southwell trail offer plenty of opportunity to explore the area, popular with walkers and cyclists. There are a variety of attractions on the doorstep to enjoy during your stay.
Southwell is walking distance or (should you be laden with shopping bags from the independent bags) a short drive. Take advantage of the independent shops, bakeries, deli, cafés, local farm shops and regular market; they are hard to resist. Undoubtedly the magnificent Southwell minster should be visited, the showstopper of Southwell. The owners are happy to recommend friendly local pubs, they insist on regularly sampling them themselves, as well as a variety of restaurants, take-aways and supermarkets for cosy nights in. You are lucky to have several local food producers close by, why not take advantage of the fresh quality produces for a real taste of Nottinghamshire.
Towns of Newark on Trent, Nottingham and Lincoln are close by if you are looking to enjoy the history of Newark Castle, shopping in Nottingham or the cathedral quarter of Lincoln. Local attractions include Southwell Racecourse, Sherwood Forest, Clumber Park, many good golf courses and much, much more. The Cowshed is conveniently positioned in the East Midlands, between the A1 and the M1, with good local roads it is easily accessible from all angles, with Newark train station on the East coast mainline only a short distance away.
Whether you want to relax and recharge, breath in the fresh air, visit a local town or city or have an event to attend locally, it would be the owner’s pleasure to have you and they hope you love Corkhill as much as they do. If you are looking for something specific, please do get in touch and they will happily help.
The Cowshed has an inter-connecting door with The Milling Shed (ref UK37350) so can be booked together to accommodate up to 11 guests.
Free WiFi
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Outdoor areas
Garden
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In a rural location
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Located in Newark, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rufford Country Park and Burntstump Country Park, while The Workhouse, Southwell and British Horological Institute are cultural highlights. Southwell Leisure Centre and Hexo Hedge Maze are also worth visiting. Visit our Newark travel guide
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of The Workhouse, Southwell, Southwell Library, and Southwell Tourist Information Centre. Southwell Workhouse and Southwell Minster are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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The Cowshed - UK37349 Reviews
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah
11 April 2025
Lovely place for a Christmas break! The place is very well laid out, clean and the locations is conv
Lovely place for a Christmas break! The place is very well laid out, clean and the locations is convenient to shopping and sightseeing without loud noise. Would defiantly recommend.
Sarah
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Craig Butcher
2 August 2025
Had a lovely time at this peaceful location.
Had a lovely time at this peaceful location.
Craig Butcher
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Robert Tough
6 January 2026
The cottage has two large and very comfortable en-suite bedrooms but is let down by the tiny sitting
The cottage has two large and very comfortable en-suite bedrooms but is let down by the tiny sitting area. The location is excellent, on the edge of Southwell which is a lovely tiny town. It has Southwell minster which is now a cathedral, the enormous old Workhouse, excellent pubs, and an excellent garden centre which compares well with a botanical garden.
Robert Tough
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Phillipa Bell
6 September 2025
We really enjoyed it at the Cow Shed, it was very quiet but close to all the attractions we wanted t
We really enjoyed it at the Cow Shed, it was very quiet but close to all the attractions we wanted to see. We walked to Southwell with a stop at Reg Taylor’s Garden Centre for lunch. We enjoyed a lunch at Maxeys Farm shop too, lovely food. Sherwood Forest is only 25mins away. Popped to Newark but there weren’t many shops for my 18year olds. The Cowshed was very comfortable, lovely comfy beds, stunning bathrooms. The WiFi is quite poor but we managed to watch Netflix ok. I bet it’s lovely in winter when the fire is lit.