Cowshed Shoreditch House

The building in which it’s situated — Shoreditch House, is a member only club — but the lovely Cowshed spa located just off the clubs reception is open to all, members or not. I always have high praises for Cowshed, while it’s not somewhere a normal jo could visit every week for treatments — it’s on the higher end of the price spectrum — it’s a wonderful place to visit for a pamper and a treat. The best value for money would probably be the full body massages, the least would be the manicures and pedicures…

I had high expectations since 1 hour pedicure costs £50. The place is lovely, very well decorated, cozy and they provide you with headphones to watch the series they are playing at the time (Ugly Betty when I went). The pedicure service was good but the massage was not impressive at all. I had leggings on and the girl didn’t even pull them up to reach a little higher. The customers who were sitting next to me had their paints up to their knees (one was even wearing jeans) and they got a full leg massage. I just think it was not fair as we were all paying the same price and I didn’t get the same service as the other costumers. Aside from the pedicure, all I got was a foot rub, which I could have gotten anywhere else, for half the price.

Excellent pedicure. Super comfy seat, my feet are buffed and perfectly polished. No complaints.

I had booked a Cowshed Pedicure, but couldn’t get out of work in time to make the appointment and was 15 minutes late by the time I got there (Sorry!). This was not a problem — the reception girl was super nice and offered to shorten the treatment to a Speedy Pedicure.
The beautician was very professional and nice. She brought me tea and made sure that I was happy with what she was doing throughout the treatment.
My toes still look perfect after two weeks. Great service and definitely worth the price. I will be back for the Cowshed Pedicure very soon!

I had the pleasure of having a nail procedure here. It was quite expensive but definitely worth it! There are some really good professionals working there but be sure to make an appointment beforehand — they won’t accept if you just walk in and demand your nails to be done. Ah, my nails… they were so nicely done that I received lots of compliments from my coworkers.
It was truly an experience worth paying for — the relaxation you get from their procedures is priceless.

I have had higher expectation for a facial experience Cowshed as I have been researching for a good facial place to settle on in London. Yes, it looks trendy and luxurious and hipster for those who like to splurge on treatments, and cute TVs on mani pedi area, not to mention it’s part of the Shoreditch house, but man have I been let down by my experience here.
I was given a birthday facial from my friends a week ago and came on time for a Cowshed facial. There was a bit of a wait time, and no one approached after 15 minutes or so. I was then led to their basement where I’m advised to settle and get ready.
My facial was done by I guess a rather young worker, and I have to say, the entire process of getting the face scrub to applying the facial mask was not relaxing at all. I could have done better at home I swear. Yes their products are nice, but you’d pay the extra for the service and care at a salon like this. There was no pressure points given, she did not ask about my comfort level, and the massage that comes with the facial was beyond mediocre. I do travel quite a bit, and wouldn’t mind spending money on skin treatments/​products. Having done quite some facials before, I would know what a £68 facial is worth.
Long story short, I expect much better service, and less product related selling at the end of the facial. If this was done right, it could have definitely been my to go spot.

A really manageably luxurious experience that is worth giving yourself at least once (a year? A month? A week? You’ve Unilocaled your way into free food for life, right?).
I called up on the morning to book whatever they had available, because today is my birthday and I do what I want, and that happened to be the Speedy Facial. The whole experience was actually not that swift, as it included a bit of wait time, but you would not want to rush this process anyway; plan accordingly.
Colleen C was spot-​on with highlighting the friendliness and professionalism of everyone who interacted with me. I had Diana, who is a star. Don’t be afraid to treat yourself here, and every day will feel like your birthday!

It’s hella indulgent, and I am highly in favor of that.
Cowshed Shoreditch House — tucked inside the famed (and trying-​hard-​not-​to-​be-​fancy-​but-​is-​anyway) Shoreditch House Hotel and Club, is a hip and stylish spa.
I’ve now visited twice for nail services, and it’s on another level of relaxation. And you’ll pay for that, but it’ll be worth it… a row of perfectly comfortable white leather reclined armchairs await you, where they’ll prop up your feet or hands, and you’ll ease in, while enjoying a ROMCOM (usually Sex in the City) via your own personal headphones. Throughout your services, you’ll be offered water, tea… even wine. They’ll ask you often if you are comfortable, and you’ll remain in those chairs as long as they don’t need them for the next guest. My friend and I enjoyed 30 minutes of drying, chatting and relaxing before we headed out… bliss.
Appointments are accepted online but I find it much easier to do so via phone. I rarely say this, but in this instance it is true. All staff that I’ve had while being treated and primped have been the utmost professionals, very sweet and kind and made the overall experience that much better. This is true luxury.
Entrance is just inside the lobby entrance, to the left. Don’t be put off by all the fancy pants club members, anyone is welcome at the Cowshed!
*cards accepted.
*cash tips only.
*appointments required.
*essie polish.
*no shellac offered (they also can’t remove it, be forewarned!)
I will be back for other services, most definitely.

For my birthday I received a 1.5 hour massage (£100).
My therapist was Alexandria. She was amazing. Just thought I’d let ya’ll know. The difference between a half hearted massage from a Groupon at some cheap place in zone 4 and paying full price for this make full price for a place like Cowshed totally worth it (especially if you’re not paying!).
Happy sigh. :)

Realistically it’s more like 4.5 stars. The massage is only average, I like my massage a bit more firm. However, the pedicure is definitely HEAVENLY! OMG! I have gotten many pedicures in my life, and this is one really great pedicure.
Let’s talk about why it is good…
1. They use all Essie colors. I am a huge fan as long as the place uses Essie and /​or OPI. (Sorry… Americans)
2. Fantastic chair. They have this strange looking pillow on the chair… at first I thought it was weird (like someone else’s review also mentioned), but once you sit on it, you know you are dead wrong about being skeptical. It’s fluffy soft… was it down filled?!
3. SUPER CLEAN. I will simply never go to these shady looking nail joint. I am a sanitary freak.
4. Smells super great. It’s a spa… duh! It smells clean and like lavender everywhere.
5. This is a strange one — but they use an electrical callus file. I was EXTREMELY SKEPTICAL at first. I hated electrical nail files or callus shaver. But this one somehow worked really really well on my sandals –hardened heels. They didn’t over file it too much. It’s perfectly effective. (I am glad I didn’t stop them from doing it).
I debated going to this location or the carnaby location. They are both the same distance from me. I picked this one because you can call a cab and they can pick you up right at the front door. With my freshly painted nails, I just don’t want to get on a tube. No kidding.
The ladies were super friendly at the store. They said the Shoreditch house is recently renovated and is a bigger location compare to the carnaby one. I don’t doubt it. You can make appointment online. I’ll totally be back.

Cowshed Shoreditch is an experience of luxury. I received the best pedicure I have ever gotten from Valentina and I just love the ambiance. It is a little pricier than other nail salons, but the personal attention as well as the spa experience are well worth every penny.

professional therapist, every therapist works the same, they do really good pedis and the paint last for a long tme. very calm. :)

Cowshed Shoreditch House is conveniently located in the heart of Shoreditch and a short walk from a few bus stops and the tube. The spa shares an entrance with Shoreditch House but it does have its own reception desk to the left. The receptionist was very friendly, quickly retrieved my appointment details and even offered me a hot beverage. There’s also a small shop in the reception area that seems to carry the full range of products.
I went in for a high bikini wax which, at £28, is rather pricey. My «waxer» was very friendly and attentive, while the simple and clean décor added to my pleasant experience. The wax used here is the kind that solidifies as it cools, so the process is fast and pain-​free. If you’re overly sensitive, I highly recommend this type of wax. I was told that for small areas (eyebrows, upper lip) they do use strip wax, which is very common. I’m sure that I’ll return at some point to try out one of their facial or body treatments.
Overall, I highly recommend Cowshed Shoreditch House, if your pocket allows it.

Amazing treatments as always. My BF loves just round the corner so I like to pop here during the weekend. Always very professional and with great experience.

I come here when I want some «Me Time».
Located at the bottom of Shoreditch House, it feels quite special going there. You know you are in for a treat. I love the surroundings, the smells, sounds, lighting. Their Pedicure chairs are incredibly comfy. They provide me with a huge mug of coffee and a magazine and let me sit on my own for over an hour while they beautify my toes. I usually don’t want to leave!
I don’t know anyone who is proud of their feet, but after my appointments, I always leave wanting to stop strangers in the street and show them mine, they do such a good job!

Definitely NOT the best Cowshed in London. I was given a £70 voucher from all my workmates for a birthday present and after carefully selecting a treatment for the exact amount from the website I went ahead and booked in for a 90 minute hot stone massage. The last time I had one of these it was absoultely divine and I was really looking forward to it. When I arrived, however, I was waiting for about 15 minutes before I was taken to the room and although it started off well it seemed like the girl didn’t really know what she was doing. A hot stone massage is supposed to be a massage with the hot stones whilst others are placed over different chakra points of your body to help you relax due to the heat. But my therapist spent more time changing the stones and placing them around my body than actually giving me a massage and I think I must have spent about 30 minutes getting an actual massage and the other 60 just lying there while she sorted out the stones or left me to ‘relax’. Needless to say I was a little annoyed and would have been more so had I paid! Then when I went to handvoer my voucher to the receptionist she tried to charge me an extra £20, a cost that wasn’t shown on the website and finally she realised that it was an error in their system so I was allowed to leave.
Not the best experience but it may be that their other branches are better!

Mooo!!! I am in bovine heaven, loved the location in Canarby St. But this location is bigger and best it is a stone throw from the office. The wax with Diana was efficient and perfect. I could almost give up New York pampering for this. Cannot wait for the mani/​pedi tomorrow catching up on the gossip with Jenn!

I had the combined facial and eye treatment, expecting it to last 1.5hrs, as implied by the website. In fact, the entire thing lasted 50 minutes. Having arrived early, I had to wait until 15 minutes after the appointment time until I was taken to the treatment room. The facial itself was fine, although the woman carrying out the facial did not describe what she was doing or what products she was using. Not worth £85.