"The pub downstairs was probably our favourite part."
david j from United Kingdom
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"The food we had was really nice typical pub grub."
Sean from United Kingdom
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"Great room (Room 5) with every thing you need loads tea and coffee etc."
sighnbox s from United Kingdom
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"Lovely traditional pub . Food was fantastic and very reasonably priced."
Ray S from United Kingdom
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"The newly decorated Room 1 was cosy and well appointed."
Columbia Experience from United Kingdom
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Amenities and Grounds
The hotel offers extensive floral gardens with comfortable seating areas overlooking Riber Castle and the Derwent Valley. There is a fully enclosed and heated patio area for year-round outdoor use. Guests have access to a private river beat for fly fishing lessons and secure bike storage with CCTV for cycling enthusiasts.
Accommodation
Nine en suite rooms are located in a converted stable block set away from the main building, offering privacy and quiet. The stable block has its own flagstone courtyard and free private parking is available on site. All rooms include TVs and tea and coffee making facilities, with some rooms providing separate spaces for children.
Dining
The pub serves traditional pub favorites with a focus on great-value meals, including a 2 meals for £15 offer available Monday to Saturday. Quick-service dining options are offered for time-sensitive guests, and the menu caters to various dietary needs and preferences. Breakfast is available at an additional cost of £10 per person, offering a full English or continental option.
Activities and Local Attractions
The hotel organizes engaging social events like quiz nights and provides access to a private river beat for fly fishing lessons. Nearby attractions include Chatsworth House and gardens, Gullivers Kingdom theme park, and Lea Gardens Rhododendron Garden. The location is at the top of a steep hill, with a bus stop right outside the pub for convenient transport into Matlock town centre.
Pet-Friendly and Family-Friendly Policies
The hotel is pet-friendly with designated rooms that welcome dogs, and the pub has a warm local atmosphere with regular canine visitors. Family-friendly accommodations include rooms with separate spaces for children and a children's playground on site. Cyclists benefit from secure bike storage with CCTV, and the hotel is a popular stop for cycling trips exploring the Peak District.
Highlights
Architecture: 1866 Derbyshire limestone building with slate roof
Location: Top of a hill overlooking Riber Castle and Derwent Valley
Rooms: Nine en suite rooms in converted stable block
Dining: 2 meals for £15 deal, quick-service options
Activities: Fly fishing on private river beat, quiz nights
Facilities: Secure bike storage with CCTV, free parking
Pet policy: Designated dog-friendly rooms
“This establishment offers a genuinely appealing proposition, with its characterful rooms situated separately from the lively pub, each maintaining a surprising roominess and impeccable cleanliness. The accompanying pub itself is clearly a strong point, noted for its excellent value food and welcoming atmosphere that makes guests feel right at home. It strikes me as a place that thoughtfully balances its pub roots with comfortable, well-appointed accommodation for a thoroughly agreeable stay.”
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Hotels3s
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