Riber House in Riber House Cross Lane Starkholmes , Matlock, DE4 5JD

About Riber House

Riber House is a grand Peak District lodge perched high on a hill above Matlock. This spacious holiday home offers jaw-dropping views across the valley and makes the perfect base for large groups. Seven bedrooms sleep up to 14 people, making it ideal for family gatherings or that weekend away with mates you've been planning for ages.

The Peak District location puts you right in the heart of some of England's most beautiful countryside. Fancy a pint? There's a pub less than a mile away. Need supplies? Shops are close by too. Outdoor adventures are right on your doorstep with the Derwent Valley (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) offering fantastic walking routes. After a day exploring, you'll appreciate that hot tub even more!

Accommodation at Riber House is seriously impressive. Choose from super-king zip-and-link beds (which can be twins if needed), a super-king, three king-size rooms and a twin. Five bathrooms mean no morning queues! Downstairs, you'll find a massive kitchen-diner with a 14-seater table, perfect for those boozy dinner parties. The converted cellar houses a pool table and Smart TV, while kids get their own snug with games.

Nearby attractions include Matlock Bath Illuminations (3 miles, 10 min drive), Chatsworth House (10 miles, 25 min drive), Haddon Hall (9 miles, 20 min drive) and Crich Tramway Village (5 miles, 15 min drive). Each offers a brilliant day out for all ages.

Riber House delivers luxury without the stuffiness. The hot tub, pool table and multiple TVs keep everyone entertained. And yes, your four-legged friends are welcome too – they even get treats in the welcome pack!

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Need To Know

✓Dogs Allowed: 2
✓Bedrooms: 7
✓Bathrooms
✓5 Star Cottage
✓Downstairs Bedroom
✓Downstairs Bathroom
✓Enclosed Garden
✓Open Fire / Wood Burner
✓Hot Tub
✓Internet Access
✓Games / Play Facilities
✓Pub Within 1 Mile
✓Shop Within 1 Mile
✓Luxury Cottage
✓Towels Included
✓Travel Cot
✓Highchair
✓Arrival Time: 15:00pm
✓Good cottage for families
✓Rural
✓Four Poster Bed
✓Good for Cycling
✓Dishwasher
✓Washing machine
✓BBQ
✓Parking onsite
✓EV Charging
✓Decorated for Christmas
✓Accidental Damage Waiver £60
✓Oven with hob
✓TV

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Riber House

Stunning Views

The panoramic views from Riber House are breathtaking. Guests love watching the valley from the hot tub or through the floor-to-ceiling windows.

Hot Tub Experience

Relaxing in the hot tub while taking in the Peak District scenery is mentioned in nearly every review. Perfect after a day of walking.

Games Room

The converted cellar with pool table and Smart TV keeps everyone entertained regardless of weather. Great for evening competitions.

Welcome Pack

Guests repeatedly praise the thoughtful welcome pack that includes treats for humans and dogs. Shows real attention to detail.

Spotless Cleanliness

With a 4.9/5 rating for cleanliness, guests consistently mention how immaculately clean the property is throughout.

Space for Everyone

The layout allows large groups to spend time together or find quiet spaces. The 14-seater dining table is perfect for celebrations.

Getting To Riber House

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Riber House by car, follow directions to Matlock and then head uphill towards Riber. The property sits high on a hill with views over Matlock. Note that the access track is bumpy and not suitable for sports cars or vehicles with low bumpers.

By Train

For rail travelers, Matlock station is the nearest, approximately 1.5 miles from the property. From there, you'll need to take a taxi up the hill to Riber House due to the steep incline.

Private parking for nine cars

Matlock station (1.5 miles)

High position with bumpy access track

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Matlock Bath Illuminations

Distance: 3 miles

DE4 3NS

Chatsworth House

Distance: 10 miles

DE45 1PP

Crich Tramway Village

Distance: 5 miles

DE4 5DP

Derwent Valley Heritage Way

Distance: 2 miles

DE4 3YE

Heights of Abraham

Distance: 3 miles

DE4 3NT

Black Rocks

Distance: 6 miles

DE4 4ZQ

Matlock Town Centre

Distance: 1.5 miles

DE4 3AT

Peak Shopping Village

Distance: 8 miles

DE4 2JE

Masson Mills Shopping Village

Distance: 3 miles

DE4 3PY

Local Bus Service

Distance: 1 mile

DE4 3LF

Matlock Train Station

Distance: 1.5 miles

DE4 3NA

Taxi Services

Distance: 1.5 miles

DE4 3AT

Matlock Bath Illuminations

Distance: 3 miles

DE4 3NS

Chatsworth House

Distance: 10 miles

DE45 1PP

Crich Tramway Village

Distance: 5 miles

DE4 5DP

Derwent Valley Heritage Way

Distance: 2 miles

DE4 3YE

Heights of Abraham

Distance: 3 miles

DE4 3NT

Black Rocks

Distance: 6 miles

DE4 4ZQ

Matlock Town Centre

Distance: 1.5 miles

DE4 3AT

Peak Shopping Village

Distance: 8 miles

DE4 2JE

Masson Mills Shopping Village

Distance: 3 miles

DE4 3PY

Local Bus Service

Distance: 1 mile

DE4 3LF

Matlock Train Station

Distance: 1.5 miles

DE4 3NA

Taxi Services

Distance: 1.5 miles

DE4 3AT

Is Riber House Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Kids will love the dedicated snug room with Smart TV, board games and comfy seating. The games room with pool table offers entertainment for older children. Outside, the large garden provides space to run around. Two travel cots and highchairs are available for babies. Nearby Crich Tramway Village and Matlock Bath Illuminations make excellent family day trips.

For Couples

While Riber House can sleep 14, couples can book it for a luxurious retreat. The super-king bedrooms offer comfort and the hot tub provides romantic evenings under the stars. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame spectacular views, perfect with a glass of wine. The wood burner creates a cosy atmosphere for winter evenings together.

Pet Friendly

Riber House welcomes up to two dogs. The enclosed garden provides safe outdoor space for pets to explore. Dog treats are included in the welcome pack - a thoughtful touch! The Peak District location offers countless walking routes directly from the property and the Derwent Valley trails are perfect for daily dog walks.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Riber House

The Thorn Tree Inn

Located 0.8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DE4 3LF

Stones Restaurant

Located 1.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DE4 3AS

Café in the Park

Located 1.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DE4 3AR

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Riber House

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Riber House features a hot tub on the large patio area. It's perfectly positioned to take advantage of the stunning views across Matlock and the valley beyond.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, Riber House welcomes up to two dogs. The property even includes dog treats in the welcome pack and has an enclosed garden area for your pets to enjoy safely.

How many people can stay at Riber House?

Riber House sleeps up to 14 people across 7 bedrooms. The property has 2 super-king-size zip-and-link beds, 1 super-king-size bed, 3 king-size beds and 1 twin room.

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 15:00 onwards and check-out is before 10:00. These times allow the cleaning team to prepare the property thoroughly between guests.

Are there any access issues I should know about?

The property is accessed via a bumpy track that isn't suitable for sports cars or vehicles with low bumpers. The access road may also be problematic during winter conditions.

Is there parking available?

Yes, Riber House has private parking for up to 9 vehicles on site. There's also an electric vehicle charging point available, though additional charges apply.

What entertainment facilities are available?

The property features Smart TVs in the lounge, snug and games room. There's also a pool table in the converted cellar and board games in the kids' snug.

Are baby facilities provided?

Yes, Riber House provides 2 travel cots and 2 highchairs for guests with babies or toddlers. You'll need to bring your own cot bedding for hygiene reasons.

Riber House Reviews

Gordon

An excellent well equipped property in a beautiful location. The owners live nearby and are very helpful. The access road could be difficult for inexperienced drivers although we had no problems. Overall we enjoyed a great week in a lovely property.

Jane

Riber house is the perfect place for family holidays. The house has plenty of space with modern decor and facilities finished to an extremely high standard. The views from the property are breathtaking and the hot tub and pool table provide those extra features loved by our grandchildren.

Jennifer

Beautiful well equipped house with amazing views! Brilliant week celebrating our 50th Wedding Anniversary with family and friends. The owners were very helpful and the welcome pack of goodies was gratefully received! Would highly recommend!

Phillip

We had a lovely family weekend in this gorgeous house.

Bethany

Absolutely amazing house and location! We were 12 adults staying for a week and all had plenty of room. Very comfortable rooms, games room downstairs is perfect for some group fun and then the hot tub with a view was incredible. Think we might be staying again in the future

Anne

Super comfy with fabulous views. Owners really helpful. Really well equipped and great for our large family group. Hot tub and games room downstairs are a bonus and the bath with a view was wonderful. Very isolated and private and definitely need car ...one of our group has an aversion to cattle but they (the cows) didn't seem bothered by humans . Read moreLovely warm bright light spacious home. Hide

James

Lovely 3 night stay as a group of 14 adults. The house has amazing views overlooking Matlock and it a short steep walk down a footpath in to town. There is plenty of equipment for cooking and we were left a lovely welcome package. Very peaceful

April

Absolutely perfect stay for our large family gathering. Couldn't have asked for more. Perfect location, amazing views. House was very clean and comfortable and the owners were friendly and were easily contactable.

Angela

Lovely house, very spacious and an amazing view across to Matlock. Surrounded by fields and cows, very peaceful but plenty to do in the surrounding area. Can highly recommend for a large gathering.

Tracy

Riber House is beautiful inside and out and the views are amazing! We had some awesome sunsets. The games room with full size pool table and the hot tub made it feel that extra bit more special. Kim & Richard communicated so well with us in the build up to the holiday as well as when we were there, nothing was too much trouble. Incredible service. Read moreOverall, all 12 of us staying at Riber House thoroughly enjoyed it and would love to stay there again in the future. Thank you. Hide

SARAH

Fantastic property with a super view over Matlock. Well situated for easy access to the beautiful countryside around you ( once you have navigated the lane into the property!) Well equipped and comfortable. Great for large family get togethers or like us, a large group of friends. The hot tub is an added bonus. :)

Deborah

Beautiful cottage really well thought out with the most beautiful views and easy access straight onto walks

Jackie

Wonderful holiday home with spectacular views. Lots of indoor and outdoor space. Great location.. so many walks to suit all fitness levels.

Jan

This is a beautiful house. Very well equipped. Quite remote and not the easiest to access, but to be expected with its elevated position. Nice garden. Comfortable beds. Lovely hot tub and views are amazing. The welcome pack was a lovely surprise and gratefully received. Lots of space to have some quiet time. There is a large lounge, but also the gaRead moremes room and TV/reading room. Beds very comfortable. The owners have thought of pretty much everything to ensure a pleasant stay. Hide

Debbie

Riber House was a fantastic place to celebrate our dads 90th birthday. There were 13 of us, from 2 to 90 and it was perfect for us all. There are 7 bedrooms and the open plan downstairs was so spacious, we had plenty of room. We really enjoyed the pool room and had family playoffs after dinner every night! Off the beaten track, but, once there, it Read morewas beautiful and so peaceful, recommend arriving in daylight! Kim and Richard were there to meet us and are perfect hosts. We would love to return. Hide

Emma

Our group of 14 guest all loved the house. The views are stunning and such a quiet and peaceful. The house was just what we needed and finished to such a high standard. The welcome pack was such a lovely touch and we all enjoyed the Bakewell puddings and freshly baked bread. The hosts were friendly and approachable. 10 out of 10

Karen

It was a family get together for my sisters birthday with our adult children and their partners, so 13 of us altogether. The house is amazing so spacious and to such a high standard with great facilities and all double sized bedrooms. The views are exceptional, we used the hot tub, went for walks, cooked every night and generally had the best time Read moremaking great memories. The owners met us there and were so kind and helpful and on hand if needed. We will definitely be back! Hide

Nigel

Fabulous Holiday house absolutely spotless full of quality items and finishes throughout the property. Stunning views especially from the Hot tub !!! We will definitely recommend and like to return in the future.

Guy

A fantastic place that I cannot recommend enough! It was ideal for a group gathering and walks around the hills. Would recommend to anyone looking for the perfect space.

George

Brilliant for a family get together.

Barbara

Excellent layout for large groups

Ann

Fabulous house! Generous welcome pack and house so well equipped. We were a large family gathering to celebrate a birthday, children loved the pool room and the hot tub. The house was beautifully decorated and the setting was amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

Claire

This property is absolutely fantastic and the layout lends itself well to groups coming together. Very well equipped and the location is stunning!

Roy

This is an amazing property, our family group made up of all ages loved it. Amazing location with fantastic views, and the house itself is superb to spend time in, with the kitchen and living area being highlights. My personnal favourite was the view from the hot tub. The owners have thought of everything, and the welcome on arrival with local prodRead moreucts and even a pint of milk in the fridge was the perfect touch. We cannot recommend this property highly enough, and we hope to return again soon Hide

Eileen

A beautiful, spacious modern house for a large party to enjoy. We had a 70th birthday celebration for 14 and it was a perfect venue. Should you want to have some quiet time the mid-level sitting room is so comfortable, with large sofas, books and a tv with the best reception. Plenty of bathroom space and we are envious of the walk-in dressing room Read morewith the principal room upstairs. Two bedrooms downstairs enabled a guest with mobility issues to stay comfortably and access ground floor facilities Hide

Melanie

Absolutely lovely holiday. Riber house had everything we needed. The views were amazing. We had a walk down to Matlock from the house which wasnt too far, the walk back up was strenuous but fun. Not to missed is the hot tub on an evening when the light goes down. Would highly recommend this lovely house, fabulous for a large family getaway.

Richard

A fabulous place to stay at and explore the southern section of the Peak District. The house served us very well - spacious, high standard and fitted out extremely well. We all felt very comfortable there and the views from the lounge are outstanding. Riber House is high on a hill so the trek there on winding narrow roads and tracks can prove daunt ing. Once you arrive you realise it is all worth it. The owners are nearby and can be called upon should the need arise and they are very welcoming.

Ian

Everything in the property is to a high standard. Views to Matlock and beyond are lovely. The location and property are top class. Teso will do online deliveries. So no need to haul your own food and drink. Overall, would recommend this property for adult only and families with children. Fantastic base to explore the area. FIVE STAR.

Andrew

We have just had a wonderful family holiday at Riber House. The layout was perfect for our family group of 14 and 1 dog. The quality of the workmanship in the house was clearly evident and the location and views over Matlock were spectacular. The welcome pack was very generous and the owners were helpful and communicative from the moment we arrived . The snug room, hot tub and the cellar with the pool table were all big hits with the family. A fabulous week in an amazing house. Thank you.

Peter

Fantastic house and views appreciated by all of the family ages from eight to seventy. Welcome pack best ever many thanks

Neil

Outstandingly good house for a large group. Overall its probably the best - space, comfort and equipment - in 20 years of renting for our family get togethers. Wonderfully located overlooking Matlock and beyond. Pleasingly quirky and steep approach.

Patricia Anne

Family get together with 10 of us , what an amazing house to stay , everything was spot on , top quality furnishings really comfy beds and amazing views from the house , hot tub and games room were a massive hit and loads of room to sit out and enjoy our meals plus a smaller lounge area where us oldies could escape to for peace and quiet . The owne rs were lovely and very friendly and even the cows came to visit us . Amazing place to stay !!

Jacqueline

The location of the house was in an amazing setting. Being high up we had spectacular views and fabulous peace and tranquility. The owners met us and were very welcoming. There was a gorgeous welcome pack, we loved the bread and the beautiful, fresh Bakewell puddings .The 7 bedrooms were lovely, most with brilliant views as had the spectacular loun ge.The 5 bathrooms were lovely as was the kitchen, lounge and dining area. We spent a lot of time on the patio , garden, hot tub and walks nearby.

Tracy

Riber House is a beautifully renovated property, with stunning views down to Matlock and River Castle. The house has all you need and plenty of space for guests to spread out and enjoy the facilities. The patio has plenty of space with views of the sunset over Matlock. From the moment we arrived, the owners were very helpful and communicative, and we received a warm welcome. Our family had a wonderful stay here and wouldnt hesitate to return!

Natalie

Wonderful accomodation and location. We had a fabulous family stay here. The house has everything you could need with the hot tub and pool table. Breathtaking views and peaceful location. Would definitely recommend.

Kathryn

Really lovely holiday accommodation, well-equipped and comfortably furnished with great views over Matlock.

Abigail

What a fabulous house & a great place for a hen party or big gathering. Everything has been done to a high standard inside & out & we had a great time. There are plenty of bathrooms & the option to make some of the double bedrooms twins was perfect for our group. The private road up there is a bit dicey in the dark or when the cows have squeezed th rough the fence & are in the middle, but all our cars managed it (I wouldn't want to do it in bad weather). But, overall, this place is amazing.

Janet

We had a fantastic week in this beautiful house. As a party of 14 there was plenty of space for spending time together and relaxing. The views across Matlock are stunning. There is so much to do in the locality to suit all tastes and ages. The hosts are amazing and extremely helpful. A truly memorable holiday

Carol

Beautiful spacious house, tastefully, decorated with super comfy beds. We had a fabulous weekend for a 50th birthday.

Kathryn

A perfect venue for our birthday celebrations. We stayed for a long weekend with family and friends and had a lovely time. The house is decorated to a very high standard and is very spacious and comfortable inside, ample room for all of us. Views from the lounge window looking down onto Matlock and surrounding countryside are superb. The pool table and hot tub were enjoyed by all and a real treat. Have already recommended the house to others and would happily book another stay.

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Riber House, Riber House Cross Lane Starkholmes , Matlock

About Riber House

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Stunning Views

Hot Tub Experience

Games Room

Welcome Pack

Spotless Cleanliness

Space for Everyone

Getting To Riber House

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Riber House Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Thorn Tree Inn

Stones Restaurant

Café in the Park

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Riber House Reviews