Riber Road Starkholmes Matlock, Matlock, DE4 5JB, United Kingdom
#2 of 16 B&Bs and Inns in Matlock
Guests' ChoiceBased on 275 B&B reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.2
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Free WiFi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 24 March 2024
Dan
United KingdomNothing
Exceptionally clean, friendly hosts and delicious breakfast.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Lander
United KingdomN/A
Beautiful inside and out. Calm, clean. Light and airy. Views from the room were stunning.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Lamb
United KingdomWe had a bit of a struggle to park car park very small,and the hill up to the house is very steep apart from that the view was lovely .
We liked. everything Sue and John were lovely .Breakfast was very good ,nothing to much trouble fabulous bed king it was a small room but very warm and cosy.All nice and clean .
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
David
United KingdomThe location (steep gradients from both directions) were definitely not for the faint-hearted! The partition wall between our room and the neighbouring one was not as well sound-proofed as it might have been.
Excellent choice and standard of breakfast. Sue was careful to see that we had all we needed, and gave us good guidance on how to maximise our time in the area, where to eat etc. House and room were fitted out comfortably and restfully.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Charmaine
United Kingdomnothing
everything
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Buckberry
United KingdomBeautiful location and great breakfast. The bed was very comfy and the hosts were very friendly.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 17 January 2024
Nicholas
United KingdomCan't think of anything.
The room was lovely, really comfortable, and the breakfast was excellent. A word of warning though, the road up to the property is very steep, nothing that any car couldn't manage, but care is needed. All-in-all, we had a really enjoyable weekend, and if you are into walking, and have the time, then I recommend you do the 6.2 miles Cromford circular walk starting from the Gables (ask the host for the information sheet), because it's a stunning walk.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Alexia
United KingdomBreakfast was great, rooms were clean and comfortable
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Sandra
United KingdomNothing to dislike but there is a very steep road to reach the property - hence the fabulous views!
Beautiful location with spectacular views. Hosts were very welcoming with tea and cake on arrival. Lots of breakfast choices. Room was very comfortable (suite) with toiletries, towelling gowns, fridge with fresh milk (!), water, kettle and plenty of tea, coffee and hot chocolate
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 9 January 2024
Iona
United KingdomEverything was lovely. Only one piece of constructive criticism would be to adapt the description of the parking to include that it's a very steep hill and a small parking area. Not a problem as we were the only ones staying but I can see this being a little hairy with more than one car needing to park.
The welcome, room amenities and comfort, the view, and the breakfast were all excellent. Sue and John were lovely and attentive enough while also leaving us to enjoy coming in and out as we pleased. The room was well cleaned and supplied, and the bed was comfortable.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 December 2023
Robert
United KingdomLocation, comfortable and friendly.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 November 2023
Charlotte
United KingdomNothing!
Lovely cosy room with a large bed, had all the amenities we needed and having robes was a nice extra touch! Breakfast was delicious and plenty of choice, catered for my vegan husband too. Hosts were very friendly and welcoming - just what you want from a good B&B!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 10 November 2023
Malcolm
United KingdomNothing to dislike
Sue and Johns cooked breakfast were fantastic
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Dawn
United KingdomThat booking.com has this as 650yd from Matlock train station and it is nowhere near.we had to walk into matlock and then get a taxi. The majority of taxis will not drive up the steep hill, on a night in town we tried 14 taxi firms with no luck so had to walk home. John thankfully gave us a lift to the train station when we left.
Everything about the gables is lovely 😍
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Christine
United KingdomSometimes taxis didn't like coming up the hill.So if we rung for then when out ,Was hard to get .unless we got them by the bus Station
Breakfast was lovely and hot .Sue made us feel welcome
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 October 2023
Carol
United KingdomLovely b&b with friendly owner and a great choice of breakfast Recommended curry house with pick up and drop off - great after a long journey
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Babs
United KingdomThe location of the property is high up in Starkholmes above Matlock, hence the great views. However access to the property is up a steep narrow lane. The local pub was either closed or not answering the phone during our stay. Plenty of places to eat in Matlock -easier to walk down than walk back up!
Beautiful views from the terrace and a very homely stay. Fabulous breakfast and relaxing and quiet. Lovely comfortable room and bathroom, warm and great shower.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Debra
United KingdomIt is at the top of a hill and has fantastic views. The room was great especially the bathroom. We had a roll top bath
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 10 October 2023
Jannette
United KingdomNothing all wonderful
Host really accommodating to our needs Wonderful cooked breakfast
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Michael
United KingdomLeaving so soon. It is a short, but steep drive to the property and carpark, but worth it.
Gem of find for us to finish our holiday. Pictures don't do it justice. We were greeted by our hostess with tea and cake !! Our hosts were lovely. The breakfast , first class. The fireworks in the village, were a bonus , viewed from the patio.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Jb
United KingdomNothing! It wasn't a dislike but just be aware that there is a steep hill to get to it - well worth the view though!
Great location. Lovely welcoming and attentive hosts. Very clean BnB, top quality place to stay. Great breakfast. Very helpful, friendly owners. Great facilities, including parking. Added unexpected bonus of having the perfect view of the firework display which happens every weekend in October for the Matlock Illuminations event.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Maxine
United KingdomNothing
Everything the place lovely
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Julie
United KingdomNothing apart from the hill was a bit scary to drive up
Amazing hosts who went over and above to deliver great service. Really clean rooms, lots of extras like bath robes and fridge in room to make it more comfortable. Breakfast lovely. Quiet location up a very steep hill with the most amazing view.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 23 September 2023
Phil
United KingdomRoom a bit cramped, with no room for a chair... En suite shower tended to leave floor rather wet outside cubicle
Excellent breakfasts. Fantastic views, though we're guessing access could be a problem in winter!
Stayed in September 2023
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