Avonside Cottage

We enjoyed a superb 4 nights at Avonside Cottage, a spacious and comfortable property with lovely views and lots of interesting features.

A quiet location very close to the centre of Pill.

A very enjoyable and cosy holiday for a wet December week!

It’s a fascinating cottage with so much character. We agree with all the accolades in these online reviews, and in the ‘visitor’s book’ (including re the cake, milk etc). The ground floor toilet, which is not mentioned on Sykes, afaik, was an unexpected bonus. Pill seems an interesting place to explore on foot - though of course with darkness hours, we were limited - we don’t have a dog to walk! The massive rise and fall of the tides in the river and creek are intriguing and entertaining. Parking was easy, near the viaduct … we drove right up to the cottage path (briefly) to unload and load. The X4 bus service is brilliant, especially for us with ‘oldies’ concessions! Every half hour or better - into Bristol or Portishead, plus Clifton suspension bridge etc. We only used the car for Tyntesfield - beautifully decked for Christmas. Communication with the owners was excellent, and we enjoyed learning about the cottage’s history, from Nick and Hilary.

The property exceeded my expectations in many ways, I can't help feeling it's being undersold.

Comfortable, warm, quiet, clean of course, larger than I was expecting it to be, well decorated, well equipped kitchen, proper full size fridge freezer. Slightly disappointed not to see boats on the river, but seeing a buzzard, a heron, curlews, mallards and jackdaws made up for it. Nearest car parking about 100 metres away. Luggage trolley helpfully provided but good luck finding it in the dark. Stairs narrow but not steep, toilets lacking elbow room, tv a bit small. Literally everything else superb. Co-op store, takeaways, pubs and bus stop within 200-300 metres. Curry house was good, Co-op fairly good, buses seemed frequent. Proximity to M5 meant it was easy to reach many parts of Somerset, Gloucestershire and South Wales. Would stay again.

Loved our stay at Avonside, beautiful well equipped cottage, it has everything you need for a home from home stay, the welcome pack was great, the views from the cottage are stunning, it’s in a good place for exploring too, will definitely come back.

Lovely cottage - everything had been thought of - can’t think of anything missing- would highly recommend.

Lovely well-equipped cottage in a quiet and stunning location with fabulous views.

Very comfortable inside and the provision of garden furniture was an added bonus. Lovely dog walks straight from the door. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, thank you. Minor suggestion - extra hooks for towels in bathrooms and in bedrooms (for dressing gowns/coats)

Great little cottage

A fantastic place to stay—perfectly located near the Long Ashton Park and Ride, and just a short walk to the nearest bus stop.

The cottage was well-equipped with everything I needed, the beds were very comfortable, and the owner provided clear and helpful instructions about parking. There was even a thoughtful welcome pack waiting in the fridge, which was a lovely touch. The only minor downside was a pest deterrent device in the bedroom that emitted a pulsing blue light, which disrupted my sleep on the first night. At first, I mistook it for a Wi-Fi extender until a quick Google Image search cleared things up. It was switched off for the remainder of my stay.

The cottage is one of the best we've ever stayed in.

Clean, incredibly well equipped, amazing shower and has a really homely feel. The listing doesn't do it justice - it's much bigger than we expected. The garden has been planted since the photos were taken, and is so pretty. The river view is very hypnotic and beautiful - saw lots of Herons and Kestrels, and even a deer swimming across the river. Pill is very interesting historically, and the house has very helpful information about it. The neighbours and everyone we met in Pill were really friendly. There was a slight problem with the broadband whilst we were there, and the owners couldn't have been more helpful. Will definitely come back to this one, it's very special.

Avonside had everything we needed and more.

The owner also supplied us with a food starter pack which was much appreciated. We had a lovely few days in the cottage.

We really enjoyed our stay at Avonside Cottage.

We used the little cart to ferry all our stuff from the car which we were extremely grateful for. We found milk, orange juice, butter, bread, teas, coffee, sugar and a lovely carrot cake. Other extras that we really appreciated were hand soaps, gorgeous hand creams and body lotions, a decent hairdryer, dog bowls, a dog crate, books, dvd's, cook books, waffle maker, sandwich toaster and, my favourite, a Tassimo! The beds were very comfortable as was the sofas. The cottage has been well designed with the best made of small areas. Our favourite spot was sitting on the patio with our morning brew watching the river as the dogs played safely. The only minor issues were the thick dust on alot of things - possibly due to the brick walls - and cobwebs. Also the kettle had limescale that I scrubbed out and the teapot had a thick layer of brown that I couldn't get rid of. The Cottage seems very popular so it would take a team of cleaners to do everything inbetween stays and the important things were very clean. The walls and downstairs floor are painted white which shows up everything but that was fine because at least you knew when to clean but I would've given anything for a decent mop! All in all, it was a great stay and I would definitely recommend it.

This accommodation is an utter gem.

Contact from the owners made locating the cottage, and our arrival very simple. Tucked away at the end of a quiet road on the banks of the river Avon, the accommodation was perfect. Warm inside, with a lovely welcome pack, clean, very dog friendly - something that was very important to us- and with great facilities, I could not recommend this listing any higher.

Great stay lovely property would not hesitate to book again

Avonside cottage is very quirky property - quite small but very comfortable and the location is super peaceful and quiet (apart from the odd seagull fight over the water!

). It's definitely not suitable for anyone with mobility issues due to the fact that you can't park right next to the house and there are steps get into the property. The kitchen has everything you need and the owners very kindly put milk and some treats in the fridge for us, which was lovely. The house was very clean and comfortable and being by the water meant the air was fresh and cool even on hot days. There is a co op store very close by and a bus goes regularly into Bristol, meaning there is no need to tackle city parking! The drive to Weston Super Mare is short and Bath isn't too far either. Overall the location is good for anyone who wants to stay put and bask in quiet, or who is willing to travel to see the many sights around Bristol. We had a great holiday.

Lovely property in great location and nice touch by owners with the welcome pack in the fridge

We had a super stay.

Appreciated the goodies in the fridge thankyou.

Comfortable and interesting property Very helpful owners

Avonside Cottage was very comfortable and well equipped.

It's in a lovely peaceful location and very convenient to both Bristol and motorway connections. Thank you for making us feel so welcome.

Great cottage in a lovely spot by the side of the River Avon.

Very comfortable and we loved the way it has been renovated in a modern style but which is sympathetic to what is an old cottage, with underfloor heating throughout. It's also well equipped and the hosts were very generous with the starting provisions they provided.

Entering Avon Cottage was like going to see friends who had just slipped out.

It was warm, comfortable and clean. It has been cleverly developed to maintain the cottage feel and incorporate modern design features. Views were ever changing with the tide and weather. This is a good base for exploring the area and we found folks in the village to be helpful and welcoming. We appreciated the provisions available to make tea and toast and as we tend to make our food from scratch everything we needed including dishcloths, wash up liquid and tea towels were to hand. The owners seem to have covered all the bases and comprehensive instructions were given before we set off. We would certainly recommend Avon Cottage.

A lovely cottage - in a interesting location on the River Avon.

It had a real homely atmosphere - with lots of extras… Books, games and everything you’d ever need in the kitchen. The garden is very well kept with ever changing views!

This is a fantastic property.

Very confortable and everything is thought of. I would love to stay here again! Lovely quiet setting next to the water. The only thing to be aware of is the car is parked down the street but they do provide a trolley to help carry your luggage along the road. Due to steps, this property would not be suitable to anyone with mobility difficulties but we loved it and how local it was to so many places. Would really recommend this accomodation

Beautiful little cottage in a beautiful location right on river bank.

Felt at home from the moment we walked through the door. Very clean and very well equipped with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay (unfortunately ours was only for 4 nights). Would highly recommend and personally would like to go back very soon.

Extremely well equipped, comfortable cottage, ideally based for trips into Bristol and beyond but very special in its own right too, right on the banks of the river Avon.

The owners were extremely helpful and gave us all the information we needed to help us to enjoy our stay. We also really appreciated the welcoming food and drink when we arrived (there was also a well stocked Co-op within easy walking distance). We would definitely recommend Avonside Cottage as a relaxing choice for a holiday, with absolutely stunning views, and would love to stay here again.

A lovely cottage, clever design to maximize light & space.

Felt very much at home & would have been easy to use for an extended stay. Well equipped. Did the job expected, left feeling relaxed & refreshed.

The cottage is in a very special location, right by the river with a wonderful enclosed garden.

We had everything we needed and more, a real home from home. Thank you for sharing your property with us, I’m sure we’ll be back.

This was the second time we stayed at Avonside Cottage and would definitely stay again.

It is very comfortable and well located for travel into Bristol and surrounding areas or just relaxing and watching the river.

Wonderful cottage in a very special location.

Great to be able to wake up to see the coastal tide flow of the river Avon each morning. Bristol, Portishead and Clevedon all easily reached from this great cottage.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

This property has a very high standard of fixtures and equipment put together with great care and attention to detail. There was thorough information provided relating to the cottage itself, the local area and its history. Very well done and thank you.

We enjoyed our stay at Avonside Cottage.

A beautiful cottage in a quiet peaceful location. Well equipped with everything we needed at hand. We would certainly recommend a visit and we would defiantly consider returning. Thank you

Wonderfully well kept property.

Spotless and made for a very comfortable stay. Beautiful spot on the river. Quiet and very peaceful. Five minutes from the m5 and 15 minute drive to railway station, Shirehampton, which we used to get to and from Bristol and Bath. Can't recommend a stay here enough.

A delightful cottage in a lovely location.

Very comfortable with a great enclosed garden which was good for the dog. The welcome goodies were much appreciated.

The property was too small for an extended stay.

toilets and kitchen was like living on a boat or caravan and the pictures didn't show that, Lovely for a short break.

Brilliant lovely & extremely well situated cottage.

10 out of 10! (Our dogs loved watching the river!).

We absolutely loved Avonside Cottage and had a wonderful weekend break.

Instructions were accurate and easy to follow. We loved the quirkiness of the surroundings and the cottage. It was so very quiet and had everything we needed with a great welcome pack and all the basics for cooking, relaxation and so very dog friendly - home from home. And yet close to everything we wanted to do. Thank you. Just a couple of pointers which would have completed the perfection - 1. A few of coat hooks perhaps by the door 2. Consider a new mattress for the double bed. We would return anytime and have already recommended to friends.

Very smart cottage, clean and very comfortable.

Lots of interesting local information available in the cottage. We stayed at New Years so the garden was not used but in the summer, with some sun, it could be lovely, as it has a great view across the water. The village of Pill if very accessible from the M5 motorway and just 5 mins away. The garden faces up river and is surrounded by other cottages. The village is on the Avon Trail, c. 7 miles from Clifton via the river and c. 2 miles to the George pub which does good food. A really perfect stay for a quiet retreat. Thanks

This cottage is in a fabulous location for exploring the area.

Cottage very comfortable with great facilities & warm, exactly what we needed.

Beautiful , well designed cottage with lovely decor, garden and outlook.

The cottage is well equipped, in a good position for walks and local facilities. We really enjoyed our stay.

Avonside cottage is very well designed and has all that is required for a really relaxing holiday.

It is in a very good position next to the river Avon.

Lovely quirky cottage filled with everything we needed and more.

Lovely cottage in such a peaceful location but great for exploring Bristol,Bath and Portishead.

Some great walks and the weather was kind ,which helped. Friendly neighbours who chatted about the history of the cottage and area. The cottage was well equipped and very comfortable.Clever way of utilising the space. Thank you for a fab staycation

Great communication from start to finish.

Super cottage, beautiful location. Can’t recommend highly enough. Many thanks.

The local people were extremely friendly.

The area and park close to the property was very dog friendly, The cottage was well positioned for visiting Cheddar, Bath, Bristol and the coast. One small problem, the beds were too small and not very comfortable.

Had a wonderful week at avonside cottage.

Such a beautiful place, with lots of walks nearby. The cottage as everything you could need and more, very clean and a beautiful garden. The photos do not do it justice. Lynn and chris.

The setting/location was fab.

The owners provided all we could need with added extras like telescope (!) guide books , all appliances, throws, comfortable furniture and facilities in architect designed cottage. Loved garden and allotment and river view and picturesque village with friendly neighbours and locals. So much to do...walking, cycling, swimming,

We had a lovely week at Avonside only booked a few weeks ago as our river cruise was cancelled we celebrated Golden Wedding Anniversary couldn’t have been better we were lucky with the weather, cottage had all we needed it was lovely right by the river ,good walks and can recommend the Chinese take way

This cottage is beautiful and attention to detail exceeded our expectations.

We have stayed at numerous cottages both in the UK and abroad, and there was literally nothing they hadn’t thought of....... even down to a sandwich bags for our packed lunches

What can I say.

. Was just such a beautiful cottage, A last minute booking a treat for my mother, we had the most amazing time, positioned right on the river. Loved every bit of staying in this very beautiful cottage

What a wonderful place to stay, whilst the property is compact in size, it has been cleverly designed and did not feel too small at all.

As a family we all commented on how well equipped the cottage was and felt very safe during these uncertain time as the cleanliness was to a very high standard and fully equipped with PPE at hand. It is certainly a little gem, with views across the river and having breakfast in the morning sunshine on the little patio will be a lasting memory, just beautiful!

Lovely clean cottage on banks of the Avon with pleasant view .

Quiet location but near local small shops . Pill is not far off the motorway. Good communication from the owner. Sykes however did not apply the government’s VAT reduction and declined my cash back through Quidco (£25) which they are happy to advertise, but this is not the owner’s fault.

An excellent holiday home with amazing views over the River Avon.

The owners could not have been more welcoming or helpful during your stay. This was the perfect base for visiting relatives in Bristol. The walk along the Avon to Clifton Suspension Bridge is quite long (5 miles) but worth the effort.

We had a lovely holiday at Avonside Cottage.

It was peaceful and the views of the river were stunning. The location was close to everything we needed shops, public transport, places to eat and places to walk. The facilities and layout of the cottage were great for our family holiday. We would definitely love to stay again.

Avonside is a beautiful cottage, the conversion is innovative, well designed and executed, the photographs don't really do it justice.

It is in a stunning location right alongside The Avon with a pretty enclosed garden, safe for the dog. We were met by a generous "welcome pack" with everything to start off our visit, and there are local pubs and shops, including an excellent Co-Op within short walking distance. Pill itself is a charming village with an interesting history.Several of the pubs in Pill do food, but we had an excellent Christmas lunch in relaxed surroundings at the Rudgleigh Inn, a short drive away in Easton in Gordano. We booked a Christmas Eve visit to the National Trust's "Christmas at Tyntesfield" which was very special, and enjoyed a long walk at Kings Weston House where the dog friendly cafe provided a very welcome retreat from the rain. Just above the cottage there is a large open area, accessed just below the viaduct, for great walks hence a very happy dog.There are many towns and places to visit in north Somerset, visits to family and friends in the area took up much of our time, we will have to make a return visit. Access to the house is via steps but good hand rails are provided, and parking is a short distance away. The cottage provided very comfortable accommodation and everything we needed for a very relaxing stay. Thank you, we will return.

The owners were very good and left us food and milk in the fridge to start us off for our stay.

The cottage was a delight - well thought out, modern and bright. Ideally placed for a short bus ride into the city.

This is a beautiful well presented cottage with great views.

We certainly felt at home here and couldnt believe how well equipt it was, it definatly shows how much thought has been put into kitting this place out. We have thoroughly enjoyed our time here and wont hesitate to book again in the future if we are coming to the area again ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

We had a lovely time ,a lot of thought had gone into everything , loved being so close to the river and watching the tide.

Thanks

Bristol city, Pill, Avonside cottage

Unique property - lovely and peaceful / very relaxing as the guys were working locally.