The Bit on the Side

This property has been the BEST we have stayed at, Lee the owner couldn’t have done anymore for us.

Our dog stayed with her for a day, which allowed us to our own thing. Every conceivable thing was thought about to make our stay comfortable, even an eye mask and ear plugs to guarantee a wonderful nights sleep in our lovely bed. A welcome basket was provided (didn’t help my weight

First impressions were lovely as it looked online.

As the night drew in and the lights went on a different picture emerged. So many cobwebs everywhere, dusty headboard and dust and cobwebs between wall and bed and shelf above our heads. More emerged dirty cupboards, floor, table the only clean place was the garden. I understand things get missed .. but thats weeks/ months of neglect.

A lovely, comfortable place in which to stay.

Convenient for both Stratford Upon Avon and of course the delights of the Cotswolds. Perhaps the best feature of the accommodation was the size of the bed and the comfort of it - possibly the most comfortable bed we've slept in!

We had a great week at A Bit on the Side.

We were very comfortable and well-looked after by Lee, the owner. She has a marvellous Doggie Day Care Facility in her home that is a great boost for anyone with reservations about leaving their dog in kennels when away. This gives dog owners the best of both worlds. It is a very valuable feature for anyone wanting to discover this lovely area. The only negative I would add is that the kitchen facilities , though adequate, are quite limited for lots of serious food preparation but eating out comes with plenty of choice in this very picturesque part of the country.

Very nice, comfortable and relaxing, welcomed with a few goodies and Prosecco, lovely base for exploring the area, and Lee was lovely and helpful

Would have no hesitation in recommending this property to anyone.

It is very comfortable with excellent facilities and lots of lovely little extras including a generous welcome pack, dressing gowns, slippers and even ear plugs. And, of course, if you have dogs there is the added bonus of on site doggie day care if you need it. Its a very good location for those visiting Stratford and Warwick and I spent several days strolling the canals. Lee is the perfect host. Always on hand if you need them but equally happy to let you look after yourselves. I look forward to a return visit

A Bit on the Side was exactly as described & as expected.

Very comfortable for both ourselves & our dogs. A great bonus that Lee, the owner, is a registered doggy day carer. Our 2 dogs loved the day spent with her & other 4-legged friends! A nice touch was the basket of goodies for humans & dogs plus flowers & bottles of fizz to welcome us. We shall return!

Lovely accomodation, safe and secure.

The court yard is ideal for dogs. The host, Lee, made us very welcome. Excellent location, certainly a 5 star holiday! Will definitely return.

Just returned from a stay at Bit on the Side.

Lee was so friendly and helpful. Beautiful accommodation so well designed and decorated. Lee left us a vase of fresh flowers on the table and a basket with cakes and biscuits. It’s also the small touches that made it memorable for us. So peaceful away from noise. We slept like babies. Definitely will be going back there.

Lovely little secluded bolt hole.

Ideal for singles or couples and very safe with secure parking.

The Bit on the side was everything we hoped and more!

Super clean on arrival and had everything we needed for our stay. Our doggies settled in straight away too! Lee was a fantastic host and was on hand immediately when we needed anything but also left you to it otherwise. Amazing location and a perfect field to walk the dog just a stones throw away. Kenilworth Castle is a must see if you go and super dog friendly. We will absolutely be back!

A lovely , well maintained property and a very welcoming owner.

The only thing I missed was not being able to provide ice for my evening gin and tonic ! The bed was very comfortable and the underfloor heating an added bonus. Thank you for a lovely stay at your beautiful home . Dewi and Annn-Marie Thomas

A very good place to stay for us.

Lee, the owner, was very friendly and helpful

It the perfect place to stay for visiting beautiful Cotswolds Villages and further afield.

A bit on the Side has a great layout, and plenty of space and amenities. Really cozy along with being very dog friendly. Secure beautiful patio for dogs and adults too with plenty of road private parking Gem of a place to stay.

The property was perfect for our week stay, very comfortable and the welcome basket was a nice touch.

Plenty of lovely walks for the dog too many for us to explore and quite central for places of interest to visit. Would definitely go back.

A thoroughly enjoyable stay.

Accomodation included everything advertised and more. Very comfortable bed and owner very helpful.

We had the perfect break.

Everything you could ask for and more. The cottage itself was beautiful with a private courtyard perfect for not only ourselves but our dog Peanut. We had lovely treats and fresh flowers which was so thoughtful. ! Peanut didn’t want leave ! We will definitely be back soon

I cannot find any faults with this property and would highly recommend and would visit again in the near future.

We took our 2 dogs who loved the park which is close. Also liked the local pub which is only approximately a 5 min walk away. The terrace on the property is lovely and we sat outside in the sun a few times. Lee was a lovely host and we had a good chat with her. She also left us a few bits which is a nice touch and the dogs loved their treats. Thanks Lee.

Absolutely brilliant!

Having such a wonderful day care facility literally next door made the holiday. We were able to leave our 2 golden retrievers for a few hours to visit places where dogs were not allowed. Will be recommending it to all our friends! Plus the accommodation itself was perfect for a couple with a lovely secure and lovely private court yard. We wish we had stayed for longer!

Excellent location and property was ideal for our needs.

Set in a lovely village with some walks available from the door. Owner was very friendly and attentive to our needs. Nice coffee shop and pub within easy walking distance and Stratford not far away.

Lee was really friendly and helpful.

We loved the layout of The Bit on the Side and the lovely furnishings, comfy beds and hot powerful shower. We particularly liked the outdoor terraced area with the pots, grape vines and seating which were perfect for morning coffee and a cool drink in the evening. The welcome hamper for us and our cocker spaniel were a lovely touch, as was the vase of fresh flowers.

The cottage is beautiful and in a lovely village.

It occupies a secluded position next door to the owner’s house. Our dog loved the courtyard garden and Lee proved to be a considerate and amiable host.

We enjoyed our stay here.

The studio is partitioned but pretty big with a high barn roof giving a feeling of space. Nicely furnished, well kitted with off street parking. It's very quiet up, a side street. A good place from which to explore S.Warks and N. Cotswolds.

This place was fantastic, so clean and well presented.

The layout was really good and so dog friendly too. The facilities were good, well equipped as was the bathroom. We found it difficult to understand previous comments over the bathroom and cooking facilities. Lee, the owner, was really friendly and even offered a dog sitting service. We can't praise this place enough and we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again if we are ever back in the area.

We spent a lovely and very comfortable few days here.

The enclosed courtyard garden was perfect for our puppy Bonnie. The kitchen area is small but we had everything we needed. I had never used an air fryer before but I found it easy to use for all our meals. Lee the owner is friendly and helpful and nothing is too much trouble for her to make your stay a happy one.

The owner met us on our first morning, and throughout our stay was very friendly and helpful.

She was a delightful lady. We told her how much we enjoyed our stay. The accommodation was very comfortable and clean. We are already looking at dates for future stays, (this was our 2nd stay).

We had an excellent week in “The Bit On The Side”.

The owner, Lee, was extremely helpful - on hand in the adjoining cottage if needed but definitely not intrusive. Great parking facilities. The cottage itself is very well thought out with everything you’d need for a week away. Very comfortable and cosy and the courtyard garden is lovely for sitting out. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a relaxing break.

The place was cosy and the owner was lovely.

But it would have been nice to have a lock on the bathroom door, as it is in the joint corridor between the two properties, as well as a lock on the door next to the kitchen which leads to the bathroom and the owners property. Mainly just for a peace of mind, as someone who was travelling alone, it was a little unnerving not being able to lock the doors.

Loved our stay at Bit on the Side, perfect base for us to visit friends and family.

Cottage was very comfortable and had everything that we needed. Great parking area and a pretty walled courtyard, lovely in the evening to chill out with a glass of wine. Lovely to find some pretty flowers on the table and a lovely welcome pack on arrival.

A Bit on the Side is a wonderful studio accommodation, clean, modern with everything you need for a wonderful stay.

It was warm and comfortable with a lovely enclosed garden. The pretty village of Ettington has everything you need.

Our only thought was although an air fryer and soup maker provided no hob or oven came as a bit of a shock and breakfasts challenging.

Poaching eggs!!