The Family Tree

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

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View from property
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View | Garden view
Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View | Terrace/patio

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Derby Road, Whatstandwell, Matlock, England, DE4 5HG
  • Crich Tramway Village
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Gulliver's Kingdom
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Matlock

At The Family Tree you'll be 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Cromford Canal and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Cromford Mill. Highlights at this B&B include free cooked-to-order breakfast and free self-parking. .The coffee shop, The Family Tree Closes6pm, serves British cuisine. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Matlock B&B include Gulliver's Kingdom and Carsington Water.

What's nearby

  • Crich Tramway Village - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Cromford Canal - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Cromford Mill - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Gulliver's Kingdom - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station - 8 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Canal Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Old Black Swan at Crich - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Habib’s Cromford Fish Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Family Tree - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wheatcroft's Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Family Tree

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Cromford Canal
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly The Family Tree also features a terrace and a garden. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of The Family Tree was completed in June 2021.

This 3.5-star Matlock bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1700
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
The Family Tree offers 4 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. This Matlock bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • The Family Tree Closes6pm

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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

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 parking available at The Family Tree?

Yep, The Family Tree has a free self car park.

Does The Family Tree serve breakfast?

Yep, free cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Family Tree?

No, The Family Tree does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Family Tree?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Family Tree's onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Family Tree?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Family Tree?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Family Tree Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 152 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A perfect gem
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

8/10 Good

carol

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

Weekend break

The rooms are in a converted cottage and have been nicely decorated and furnished. The building is old so you cannot escape the uneven floors/doors/windows etc whilst that gives a charm it is also brings a slight inconvenience in that the window could not be opened to allow for fresh air. Not a huge problem this time of year but would be so when warmer weather arrives. Room has a well stocked mini bar/snacks operated on an honesty basis. The goods were very reasonably priced and welcome in the evening as nothing else is available onsite. The staff were helpful,friendly and hardworking. The food was excellent with terrific choice at breakfast and represented very good value for money. There is no evening food available and it is remote from nearest pub/town centre so you need to plan. Bathroom is modern clean and spacious. Only minor annoyance is a very poor tv/phone signal-but not a spoiler on a short break.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY

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

The Family Tree an excellent place to stay

It was a lovely place to stay, it had a welcoming family atmosphere, excellent accommodation, lovely staff and excellent breakfast, Thank you xx
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, smoke-free, very welcoming, kind and generous staff. Excellent, quality food and plenty of it. Comfortable room. Excellent breakfasts with good choice, and restaurant also open to the public from 9am. All table service. Only one negative: Premises closes at 5pm for the night, so no evening meals or bar. No alternative eating houses close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
We arrived to an infestation of ladybirds which was dealt with quickly however they did return they left us peppermint and was told to use it if needed. This is an ongoing problem so really needs to be sorted as its not down to the guests to be . Dusty bedside lights and artificial plants plus debris left in the bath and a ladybird in the toilet. The door trim on the door has been badly put on and the door is very stiff to open. The tables and chairs outside wre dirty and did not get cleared for hours. No heating the second night or morning and it was frosty so not ideal the manager did offer a 1 night stay refund for the issues. Road very nousy in the mornings so if you are a light sleeper this will lead to disturbed sleep. Breakfast very good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

Hidden gem, with a fantastic breakfast :-)

This was a business trip and I only chose this place due to the fact it was really close to where I was going the following morning... what a great surprise. Comfortable accommodation, sensible cost and a fantastic breakfast in the morning. This is not like your typical chain-hotels. Much more personal and friendly for sure and run by a family, so if you're staying in these parts of the country you should definitely support-local and get yourself in here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

donna

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

Nice spot

Lovely spot, nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

NICHOLAS

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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

Emma-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good standard of bed and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good weekend stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

10 out 10 stay

Absolutely lovely stay! The room was very nice and had everything we needed, there was plenty of tea/coffee and hot chocolate which was good! The garden and surroundings were beautiful and the breakfast was amazing!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found the staff very friendly and welcoming. The room was warm, comfortable and clean. I particularly liked the shower. Breakfast was amazing and the service very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

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

Lovely BnB for a cosy stay in a great location!

We had a wonderful 1-night stay at the Family Tree. Our room was clean, cosy and decorated to a very high standard. The beds were very comfy and the hot chocolate provided was a welcome treat after a day of walking. We really enjoyed the breakfast with yogurt, fruit, pastry and cereal to begin and a great choice of hot food options to follow. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, allowing us to pick up our keys earlier than expected so we could enjoy a day exploring without having to pop back and check-in. The location was ideal for a nice walk along the canal path to Matlock, and conveniently close to the train station too. Overall this was a 10/10 stay and we'd love to come back in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second visit to the family tree. We intend a third at some point, that speaks volumes 😁 .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024