The Red Cow – Guest House

The Red Cow – Guest House Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to The Red Cow – Guest House on Sheen Road, you immediately get that cozy British pub-turned-accommodation vibe that just works. This three-star spot sits right in the heart of Richmond, and honestly, the location alone makes it worth considering — especially if you’re traveling as a couple. I mean, there’s something charming about staying above what was clearly once a traditional English pub, complete with that classic red-painted exterior that gives the place its name.

Location & Neighborhood

You know what really surprised me about this place? How perfectly positioned it is for exploring Richmond. You’re literally a few minutes’ walk from Richmond Park (which is massive, by the way), and the Thames is right there when you want a riverside stroll. The high street’s close enough that you can grab everything you need, but Sheen Road itself is quieter than the main drag — you get the best of both worlds. Actually, I noticed quite a few guests seemed to be return visitors, which tells you something about how people feel about staying here.

The Room Experience

The room I stayed in had that guest house charm you’d expect — nothing fancy, but clean and comfortable with enough space to spread out a bit. The décor keeps things simple with neutral tones and practical furniture, though you can still see hints of the building’s pub heritage in some of the architectural details. What I appreciated most was how quiet it was at night, despite being on a fairly busy road. The windows do a good job of keeping street noise to a minimum, which isn’t always a given in London-area accommodations.

Practical Considerations

Look, this isn’t a place with a fancy restaurant or elaborate amenities — it’s more about providing solid, no-nonsense accommodation in a great spot. The staff are genuinely helpful and seem to know the area well, which comes in handy when you’re trying to figure out the best way to get around Richmond and the surrounding areas. Parking can be a bit tricky on Sheen Road itself, but there are options nearby if you’re driving. Most guests I chatted with were using public transport anyway — Richmond station isn’t far, and the connections into central London are pretty straightforward.

Why Guests Love It

The thing that really stands out about The Red Cow is how it manages to feel both local and welcoming to visitors. You’re staying in a proper Richmond neighborhood rather than some touristy bubble, which gives you a much better sense of what this part of London is actually like. The repeat guest situation makes total sense once you’ve been there — it’s the kind of place that does exactly what it promises without any fuss or pretension. For couples especially, the combination of the peaceful location and easy access to Richmond’s parks and riverside walks creates exactly the right atmosphere for a relaxed stay.

The Red Cow – Guest House Accommodations

Reviews of The Red Cow – Guest House

• Ebru from Turkey (9/10)

  Everything exceeded my expectations, the Vietnamese street food pub was great too.

• Rosie from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Comfy bed, good location, good atmosphere in pub with live music, friendly staff

• Maddie from Australia (9/10)

  Excellent staff. Check in a quick and easy. Staff were very kind and helped me with my bags.
  
  They recommended the food at the pub (which is delicious- excellent recommendation). All my staff interactions were exceptional.
  
  Room was nice and clean. It is small, but that was fine as a solo traveller. I appreciate the heating being turned on prior to my arrival.
  
  I felt safe and secure.

• Linda from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Although it was above a busy pub, the room was very spacious and comfortable and well furnished

• Martin from Slovakia (7/10)

• Richard from United Kingdom (7/10)

  Great location large bed (two twins pushed together) nice duvet bedding and a well stocked room – breakfast items, fresh milk, cereal – all unexpected as we ate out mostly. Very small room but it is London!

• Rob from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Accommodation right above a lovely pub. Very comfortable beds and welcoming staff. Good selection of beers and Live sport on TV

• Rob from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Lovely, helpful staff. Arranged an early check-in for us. Excellent value for money.

• Lisa from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Lovely friendly staff. Comfortable room. Nice to have fridge in room. Excellent location and pub downstairs was brilliant….fantastic food

• Helen from United Kingdom (8/10)

  A great package! A cosy room in good location, delicious and reasonably priced Thai meal in the pub, fun quiz, yoghurt, croissant and cereal breakfast plus coffee/ tea.

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