Quite simply, my favourite place to stay in the world! This small B&B used to be, surprisingly, the…read moreStation Master's house for Rowsley station, and the house itself was designed by Sir Joseph Paxton, built in about 1850. The couple who run this B&B are incredibly friendly and just lovely people to have a conversation with over one of their trademark HUGE full English breakfasts! They have a wealth of knowledge about places to go and things to do in the nearby Peak District National Park, and are also authorities on the local pubs! The rooms are not big but very cosy and homely, with small en suite bathrooms in every room. The beds are out of this world comfortable, and are so high and well-stocked with pillows that it is a struggle not to think that you may have been coronated some kind of monarch between coming through the door and sitting down on the bed! Rowsley is peaceful and very pretty - a stereotypical Peak District village, and my girlfriend and I always look forward to our stays here.

From the owner: We are a small B&B and pride ourselves on our personal service and knowledge of the local area,…read morehelping our guests get as much as possible out of their stay in the beautiful Peak District. We use the very best free range and local produce and I make my own bread for our communal breakfast table.

I booked this after my internet booking went awry and I had 2 days to find somewhere. Glad it did…read morenow! What a lovely location! Easy walk form the main town, good sized room with ensuite, ridiculously comfy bed with a plethora of extras like home made flapjack style biccies in a tin (these were a South African version) and fresh coffee and teas on a tray in the room. The breakfast was the best thing, with a Veggie and Vegan option, as well as Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon, and scrambled egg with a secret ingredient. I was blown away! Mrs Atkinson was a hostess with the mostest, having a chat to all the guests over breakfast, but they couldn'y have been more attentive. £60 a night for 2 in a room, £50 for me on my ownsome including the yummy brekkie. I was sooooo stuffed I didn't mind the dodgy lunch at the training venue! I walked up High Tor while I was there, and down to Matlock Bath and the Heights of Abraham. About an hour and half all told. Matlock isn't a big place, but it is canny enough. This week (3rd to 7th August) is the Bakewell Show, so watch out for queues on the roads.

The food we got in the pub in the evening was very good especially with a nice pint of Guinness…read more The owners were really friendly made us feel right at home.

My family, friends, and I walked the Limestone Way. We booked through a company called Contours,…read moreand they scheduled us to stop in Bonsall at Townhead Farmhouse one night. What a delight this place was! The innkeepers were friendly and accommodating. The rooms were comfortable, perfect temperature, heated tile floor in the en-suite twin washroom and wonderful food. I had a poached egg and smoked salmon breakfast, and packed lunch for our hike the next day. The innkeeper's dog was also a sweetie. I'd definitely recommend this bed and breakfast to everyone passing by Bonsall!

Absolutely beautiful. Quiet. Friendly. Stunning gardens. Best breakfast. A must stay if you are…read morewalking the limestone way.

We spent a lovely 3 nights at the Gables Bed and Breakfast in Matlock, in the Peak District. It is…read morein a separate wing in the owners' house, a lovely home with nice views over Matlock since it is on a hill above town. The rooms were very attractive, one was very large the other smaller. Bathrooms were attractive and facilities nice, although shower water pressure was a bit low. Otherwise, the rooms were very comfortable and nicely furnished. Everything was very clean. A nice living area with big windows was available for use. Breakfast was excellent, freshly made and we had a wonderfull cooked breakfast/Full English every day. It was excellent and plentiful. The owners were very nice and friendly. The onyl drawback was that it required driving on steep, narrow, twisting lanes up and down the hill. For us, that was a minor issue but it could be a problem for some. It also means that one cannot easily walk to anything in town from the bed and breakfast.

From the owner: This picturesque B&B in Derbyshire is perfect for a relaxing getaway. With different rooms to…read morechoose from, you are guaranteed to have a comfortable stay in a welcoming and friendly envinronment

Scenic serenity - Absolute perfection in the Peak District…read more Exceptionally high quality of accommodation. The bedroom was gorgeous and boasted a much needed large and comfy bed along with a beautifully remodeled bathroom. Plus, plenty of parking in their rear parking area should you be traveling with a car. The owner's hospitality was second to none. They welcomed us like family and even went above and beyond to pack us a delicious breakfast when we had to leave for the airport too early to eat at the house. We loved the bacon butties on the road and enjoyed their home made cake at the airport! Location-wise we couldn't have asked for more. Surrounded by walking trails, we used the app iFootpath to catch a couple of different trails that included hill and fields, traveling past sheep and cows - the ultimate countryside experience. One 3 mile trail allowed us (with a slight improvisation) to walk to Chatsworth House. It was gorgeous and well worth the visit. Quaint pubs and cafes were also all walking distance and offered a variety of foods. And, if you're traveling internationally, you're only 1 hour and 10 from Manchester airport. Looking to experience English countryside? You won't be disappointed at Fern Bank.