Guests say
The Old Cowshed is a beautifully presented and spacious cottage in a peaceful countryside setting, ideal for families and dog owners. Guests consistently praise its comfort, well-equipped kitchen, and convenient location for exploring local attractions and walks. The welcome touches and enclosed garden are appreciated, and the nearby farm shop and café are popular. Minor issues such as limited kitchen storage, occasional maintenance needs, and some restrictions for dogs are noted, but overall, guests thoroughly enjoy their stays and would happily return.
The cottage is generally described as clean and well maintained, with only occasional comments about minor mould in the bathroom and dirty exterior windows. Most guests found the property tidy and comfortable.
The location is highly praised for its peaceful countryside views, proximity to walks, and easy access to local towns and attractions. Guests appreciate the tranquil setting and convenience for exploring the area.
Guests consistently mention the cottage's comfort, spaciousness, and warmth, with comfortable beds and furnishings. The single-storey layout and enclosed garden add to the ease of stay, though a fan in hot weather and a heated towel rail were suggested.
The cottage is very well equipped, with a well-stocked kitchen and thoughtful amenities. Some guests noted minor issues such as limited food storage, a small dishwasher, and occasional maintenance needs, but overall facilities are highly rated.
Guests frequently mention welcome packs with essentials and treats, as well as thoughtful touches for dogs. While these gifts are appreciated, it should be noted that such extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A five star premium property dating back to the 1800’s.. 3 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Bluetooth Speaker, Electric Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Biomass central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Welcome pack. . Enclosed garden with garden furniture (shared). Private parking for 2 cars. These two 5* holiday farm cottages are located on the private Drewton Estate in the East Riding of Yorkshire, on the edge of Hockney’s infamous and beautiful Wolds Way. The cottages date back to the 1800’s, and have been lovingly converted to an extremely high standard with care taken to retain original beams and open brickwork, whilst keeping modern comforts. The Old Cowshed is on ground floor level, with a ramped access to the rear of the property, making it suitable for wheelchair use. Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome. On arrival, guests will find a delicious cake with fresh milk, tea, coffee and a fruit selection, so simply pop the kettle on and relax! If unavailable please also see The Diary which is next door to this property. During the cooler months, eco friendly heating is provided by a biomass boiler using renewable energy from the Estate.
Guests can enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the surrounding countryside. The Drewton Estate is set in 1200 acres of stunning farmland, with footpaths and bridleways available for leisurely walks. Keen ramblers can easily explore the Yorkshire Wolds, North York Moors and the east coast.
The cottages offer a perfect location for bird watchers, with the magnificent resident Red Kite birds of prey. The North Cave Wetlands are in the local village and are a haven for wildlife and birdlife throughout the seasons. There are loads of activities on the doorstep, including a tennis court, reflexology treatments, Nordic walking and organised shooting weekends, which can be arranged ahead of your stay.
The medieval town of Beverley, with its Minster and racecourse, is only a fifteen minute drive away, and the Yorkshire Heritage Coast and historic city of York are also within easy reach and are well worth a visit.
Ahead of your stay, guests will receive links to local walks, places of interest, restaurants and things to do in the local area. The cottages are also ideally located so that you can enjoy the award-winning farm shop, which is well worth a visit! It offers daily brunch, lunch and afternoon tea menus in its popular restaurant. The shop boasts a reputable fresh butcher’s counter, with the deli serving homemade pies and pastries, along with a great range of fresh ready meals, platters and grab ’n’ go picnics. Fresh fruit and vegetables, cheeses, jams and pickles, ice cream, pantry good, spirits and ales are just some of the range of offer, promoting many of the farm’s 250 local Yorkshire producers, farmers and growers.
For those wishing to gather family and friends together for special occasions, The Manor Rooms, also on the Drewton Estate, offers the perfect space for weddings and private functions for up to 220 guests.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (13)
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Confirmed Guest
We had a lovely stay here. The cottage is very clean, tidy and well equipped. The beds are very comfortable and we liked the choice of extra pillows and blankets. The location is quiet but within easy travel to Hull, Beverley and surrounding countryside. There are neighbouring residents very close by but it’s not intrusive.A small thing but we did note that anyone with mobility issues might struggle with the shower over the bath and the bathroom could do with better lighting.In summer we’d recommend you take sleeping mask as one bedroom has a high level roof light with no blinds.Overall we really enjoyed our stay.
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Sarah
Having been born and brought up not far from South Cave, it was lovely to come back to the area we used to explore as kids. The cottage was a real home from home with everything you need to make your stay comfortable. The treats left for us and our dog Archie made a lovely welcome. The enclosed garden was a real bonus, as were the lovely walks along Drewton Lane. We can highly recommend the Farm Shop Cafe for delicious cake & coffee. The shop was full of amazing treats too. All in all it was great base for visiting family & friends and we would highly recommend The Old Cowshed.
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Confirmed Guest
We really enjoyed our stay for a week in the Old Cowshed. Beds were great, we were able to cook fine in the kitchen and the lounge was comfortable after a long day out. Storage for groceries was a bit limited but we rearranged the cupboards and managed.Bathroom was fine, a heated towel rail would be a good addition.The bedrooms have feature skylights so if you like it to be dark bring an eyeshade. We didn't visit the farm shop in the end, but there were plenty of food shops fairly nearby, on the way to places we visited.Welcome pack was good. We went birdwatching, there are lots of sites nearby, and also did a great bike ride from Millington about 30 mins away. Looks like there are a lot of good gravel rides also but we will.save those for next time!