The Old Cowshed
Cowes, Southern England
- Luxury self-catering holiday cottage on a working smallholding
- Rare breed farm animals including Balwen sheep and Shetland cattle
- Free-range hens provide eggs for breakfast
- Sea and countryside views from the farm
The Old Cowshed is a luxury self-catering holiday cottage at Thorness Cross Farm, a working smallholding near Cowes on the Isle of Wight, sleeping up to four guests. The farm keeps rare breed Balwen sheep and Shetland cattle, along with rescue ponies, free-range hens whose eggs go towards breakfast, and a hive of bees. You'll enjoy views of both sea and countryside from this peaceful setting. The location puts you within easy reach of the coast, with Gurnard beach just 2.5 miles away, and Lymington Pier station 7.9 miles off for those arriving by train. History and heritage fans are well catered for too, with The Wight Military and Heritage Museum, Cowes Maritime Museum and Carisbrooke Castle Museum all a short drive away.
How far to…
- Beach
- 2.5 miles away
- Station
- 7.9 miles away
- The Wight Military and Heritage Museum
- 2.2 miles away
- Cowes Maritime Museum
- 3.2 miles away
- Carisbrooke Castle Museum
- 3.4 miles away
Practical details
- Open
- 09:00 – 17:00
Accommodation on site
- Cottage
Details taken from the operator's own website on 25 Sep 2026 — check current terms when you book.
Facilities
- 🚌 Near a Bus Stop
The Old Cowshed photo gallery
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🎪 What's on nearby, near and far
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Fri 13 Nov · 12:00
Portsmouth Audio Tour: Legends, Landmarks, and Legacy
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Late Night Brunch [BOOK VIA WEBSITE]
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Fri 13 Nov · 19:00
The Vintage Explosion
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Fri 13 Nov · 19:00
The Big Indie Fest | Portsmouth
The Gaiety Southsea, Southsea · 12.6 mi
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The Old Cowshed
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Things to do
Days out and attractions, nearest first
🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 2.2 mi
The Wight Military and Heritage Museum
This museum in Newport and Carisbrooke on the Isle of Wight offers a hands-on military heritage expe...
🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 3.4 mi
Carisbrooke Castle Museum
Carisbrooke Castle Museum is the oldest museum on the Isle of Wight, founded in 1898 by Princess Bea...
🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 3.4 mi
Sir Max Aitken Museum
Housed in the famous pink building on Cowes High Street, this magnificent 18th century sail maker's...
🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 3.6 mi
The Gallery
The Classic Boat Museum is a museum of boats and of the history of yachting and boating. It is locat...
🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 3.7 mi
Newport Roman Villa
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🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 3.7 mi
Isle of Wight Postal Museum
🦁 Zoos & Wildlife · 4 mi
Frequent Flyers Falconry & Wildlife Centre
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Places to visit
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National Trust · 2.3 mi
Newtown Old Town Hall
Castle & Heritage · 3.4 mi
Carisbrooke Castle
Castle & Heritage · 3.5 mi
Cowes Castle - Royal Yacht Squadron
Castle & Heritage · 4.1 mi
Osborne House, Garden and Grounds
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