Our stay are Riverside House was absolutely lovely. Our room was very clean and on the 1st floor. They have their own parking which was very helpful too. The location was great as it was near several walking routes. We especially enjoyed walking to Thornbridge Brewery (about a 15-20 minute walk away). The staff were friendly and helpful and overall we really enjoyed our stay.

We were there during a heat wave and although were were given a fan, we were very, very hot at night. We had to sleep with the windows open and woke up to a few bug bites as a result. My partner and I are both vegetarians and although the set up for breakfast was really nice I actually didn't enjoy it the first day there. I felt like perhaps they hadn't had vegetarians stay there for some time because the halloumi was a bit slimy and stringy and the veggie sausage was super dry. The next day we opted for plain toast and eggs. I enjoyed the mini yogurt pot they provided as a breakfast starter but would've preferred a vegan option if possible as I don't do well with milk. This, however, didn't ruin our stay and we would still recommend it to others.

My husband and I spent the weekend at Riverside House Hotel to celebrate our 23rd wedding anniversary. From the moment we arrived, the team could not have done more to make us feel welcome, with no attention spared to detail. We had dinner on our first evening, which was a culinary experience, rather than just a meal. A wicked Margarita and canapes, followed by a leisurely 3 course meal, with knowledgeable staff talking us through the provenance of the local food and which wines paired best with each dish. I had the scallop starter, which was perfectly cooked (I could possibly have managed another 1 or 2!) For main course, my husband had the lemon sole which was delicately cooked, and I had the pork fillet - the pork cheek croquette was flavourful, crispy and melt in the mouth! The cheese board (and Malbec!) and apple pie were delicious - and the black treacle sourdough and Henderson's butter were amazing! Breakfast was a treat, and we highly recommend the Riverside Full English. Our bedroom overlooked the gardens and river, which enchanted my husband who is a keen angler, and it was lovely to be able to walk across Sheepwash Bridge to see the ducks and trout hiding in the weeds. We will most definitely be back!

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Amazing hotel with lots of charm and character. It was my 40th birthday and we got a room upgrade. Rafters is a beautiful room with lots of space and a huge bathroom! We had a peaceful night's sleep. The location is great and the food in the restaurant was brilliant! All of the staff are friendly and attentive without being overbearing. They made a particular effort to make a fuss of my birthday which was appreciated!

The room was quite warm and had a duvet which was too much considering the weather. There was a good fan though. The cocktail menu was quite limited and expensive. I have had much better at lower prices elsewhere. This was probably my only real grumble.

We booked this as a last minute stop on our journey home via Chatsworth House expecting a nice village pub / hotel. The whole village was charming as was the hotel. Tucked away in its own grounds next to a river it ended our road trip on a high. The hotel was lovely and the staff couldn’t have been more friendly and attentive. We ate in the restaurant and had a lovely meal. Not a huge menu but all beautifully done and a welcome change from the usual pub /restaurant menus that we’d experienced while we’d been away.

Not much to dislike. If I was being picky there was a little noise from a nearby road.

It was in a beautiful,tranquil village; spotlessly clean & beautifully decorated & furnished. Our room was really lovely; the bed was very comfortable & everything was to a very high standard. We had tea, coffee & hot chocolate making facilities & some gorgeous custard choux buns on arrival! Breakfast was 3 courses & the food was fabulous - cooked to perfection! The staff were so friendly & attentive………..nothing was too much trouble! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this fabulous hotel in such a pretty village…………would definitely recommend to friends & family & really hope to return one day!

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The welcome from the staff was superb! We also loved the comfortable bed, spotless room, tea/coffee/hot chocolate as well as a freshly baked choux bun when we arrived, We loved the fabulous direct access to the garden through french doors, and our own Lutyens bench and table where we sat with our morning coffee. The patio next to the river was particularly beautiful. Breakfast was 3 courses, we went for the full English and were very satisfied. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Highly recommended for a luxury stay in a quintessential English village setting. Parking was easy, although driving into the property needs your full attention due to the limited gate width).

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I can’t tell you how fantastic this place is. The service by every single one of the staff was exceptional! Nothing was too much to ask for. We’ve been to a lot of places for short stays in the UK but this is the best and by a long way. Such a beautiful hotel and a little gem of a town. We were upgraded by Alistar on arrival to the rafters room which way stunning, had a lovely walk around the village in the sun, fed the ducks had lovely food and the sleep was just 10/10! The breakfast on both mornings was amazing not just the food but all the staff are so polite and welcoming. On our last night we just fancied a takeaway which got cancelled late on but we got back to the hotel around 10:30pm and got again obviously went above and beyond. Made me and my fiancé top quality ham and cheese sandwiches and a packet of crips each, we were so grateful and to be even more grateful the owner didn’t even charge us and he gave us a feast. I don’t ever leave reviews but for me and my partner to both agree this is the best hotel we have stayed in the UK is just complete appreciation to you all! Thank you so much and we will be back soon.

Lovely location with quiet grounds. Very friendly staff and the room was clean and comfortable with great features. The breakfast was outstanding and once I told the team I didn’t eat dairy they even provided dairy free pastry and yogurts so I could still enjoy the same options as my partner. We also celebrated getting engaged at Chatsworth House in the day so it was a very special stay!

The only downside was the balcony with our room had two vents that came out so we couldn’t really sit out there and the shower was a little challenging to turn off so it wasn’t leaking.

From the moment I arrived, I was treated with the kind of warmth and attentiveness that sets this hotel apart. The staff went above and beyond to ensure every aspect of my stay was perfect – their genuine hospitality made me feel like royalty. The highlight of my mornings was undoubtedly the breakfast. It was nothing short of divine – a beautifully curated spread that catered to every palate, with fresh ingredients, impeccable presentation, and flavors that lingered long after. Every detail of the stay was thoughtfully designed to offer comfort and luxury. If you’re looking for a hotel experience that exceeds expectations in every way, this is the place. I can’t wait to return!

Rafters is a lovely hotel located not far from Bakewell. The ground floor room was well appointed, and had a patio area where I read my book while my wife watched the Men's Singles Final at Wimbledon. We had an issue getting BBC 1, but a member of staff sorted that fairly quickly. Sunday lunch was great (Yorkshire Pudding with shredded beef inside was a first for us), and breakfast on Monday was lovely, too.

Nothing. Everything was very good.