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The Family Tree

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Cromford Canal

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Located near Cromford Mill, The Family Tree offers cooked-to-order breakfast and an on-site coffee shop. Enjoy beautiful terrace views and a peaceful garden. Convenient WiFi, self parking, and attentive staff complete this restful bed & breakfast experience.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Derby Road, Whatstandwell, Matlock, England, DE4 5HG

What's nearby

  • Crich Tramway Village - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Cromford Canal - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Cromford Mill - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Gulliver's Kingdom - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Whatstandwell Station - 3 min walk
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Family Tree - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jeera - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Feather Star - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hope and Anchor - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Black Swan - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Family Tree

Bed & breakfast remodeled in 2021 and located near Cromford Canal
Located close to Cromford Mill, The Family Tree provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Family Tree have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Kitchen closes 15.30

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Built in 1700
  • Renovated entire property - June 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Family Tree B&B Matlock
Family Tree Matlock
The Family Tree Matlock
The Family Tree Bed & breakfast
The Family Tree Bed & breakfast Matlock

Frequently asked questions

Is The Family Tree pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Family Tree?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Family Tree?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Family Tree?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Family Tree located?

Situated in a rural location, this bed & breakfast is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Cromford Canal and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Cromford Mill. Gulliver's Kingdom and Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station are also within 6 mi (10 km). Whatstandwell Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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Reviews

The Family Tree Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 174 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bahram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We used The Family Tree hotel/b&b as a stop over on the way to Bath. The place was superb… very clean, good facilities in the room, with a hearty and delicious breakfast. The off street parking in also very convenient. Additionally the staff were helpful, friendly and polite. Thx for a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Was really nice and looked after and quiet and had everything we needed would recommend and come back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay! The room was beautiful and cozy. Breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

s

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Lovely courtyard room and amazing breakfast choice and quality.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Really impressed with the room. The staff were nice and friendly. Breakfast was the best I’d had when staying in a B&B or hotel 10 out of 10.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay

Everything about it is superb, rooms, staff & fantastic food, absolutely superb all round.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Lovely three night stay. Wonderful location, food lovely, and staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Disliked: Cleanliness
The people were generally friendly and helpful. The freshly cooked breakfast was very good. No room service was provided. The room has no wardrobe and limited storage space. The shower is in a high-sided bath tub so really difficult to access, the myriad of tap controls are ridiculously complicated and the side panel is too small so the bathroom floor gets soaked. OK just for just one night perhaps (not the three we stayed).
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean nicely decorated, comfortable bed. All our needs were met and ment we had a lovely break.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovey stay in Matlock

Fantastic accommodation. Room was charming and very well equipped. Nice mini bar with choc, beer and wine. Bathroom was excellent with bath tub. Breakfast was first class. Plenty of cold choices and full cooked breakfast. Nice coffee and juices. Some great restaurants down the road. Tasing menu at Stones was excellent setting and delicious. Lovely trip. Staff amazing.Will be back to visit Family Tree at a future date.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely B&B in a beautiful part of the country.

The Family Tree is a lovely B&B in a beautiful part of the country. The room was clean, quiet and had everything that we could need and the breakfast was delicious. We only had one issue during our stay, relating to the heating in the room. This was dealt with swiftly by the management. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely stay

A lovely stay, the room was beautifully presented and everything you need. The staff was very helpful and friendly. We would highly recommend a stay here, just lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed for 2 nights. Very convenient for train station. No food orders after 3.30 pm so went to a local curry restaurant by car. Room was okay. But lacked any surface to put your bags. Comfortable bed but not enough ventilation in the bathroom so it smelt damp. Had the fan on as much as poss. Internet good. Breakfast was okay. But found the staff not very friendly except one gent who was great. Parking convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha Lea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a gem of a find. Charlie and all the staff were amazing. Breakfast was delicious and the staff on the service were so friendly. The room was beautifully appointed and the bed was really comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely room. Great breakfast

This place is a few miles from Matlock centre but is a great place to explore the area. Room very clean and comfortable. Breakfast is a feast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely, set beautifully and lots of little extra touches that didn't expect!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Cosy stay

Needs a lot of attention to the garden transport links ok breakfast amazing one of the best ever the bar closed at 5.00pm no pubs in walking distances train station just round the corner every hour to Matlock plenty of nice wine bars
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night stay

Lovely hotel, comfy bed and very clean room and bathroom. Very friendly and accommodating staff, very helpful with the local area knowledge. Would definitely stay again, great place for those not wanting to be right in the busy area, ten min train journey into matlock itself, train station is a two minute walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was too small , shower claustraphobic, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family Tree

It was the best place I have ever stayed! Beautiful accommodation, wonderful food and the staff were so friendly and helpful! I didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice and comfortable. The parking was across a busy street in a small car park , specially used by customers.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely faultless

Such a lovely place to stay!! Immaculately clean, tastefully decorated. Very comfortable. Unbelievably delicious breakfast! Just sad we couldn’t stay longer!! We will return. Thank you so much.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brian P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A short visit.

The stairs were a bit of a challenge, so make sure you are comfortable with climbing them. The room was “petit” but the hotel is very useful for connections via Paddington. The staff were nice .
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideally located for walking the Cromford Canal and access into Matlock. Comfortably equipped room and a generous breakfast. There was a heating problem but every alternative measure was made to keep us warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

Excellent stay. Exceeded expectations. Our room was spotless, beautifully furnished with a very comfortable bed. The breakfast was probably THE best breakfast we have had in a B&B, with a choice of cereals, yogurt and fruit tray then pastries followed by a choice of freshly cooked breakfasts. Friendly staff. Would recommend with no hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

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