"The towels were thick and fluffy, and the pillows and mattress incredibly comfortable."
Helen from United Kingdom
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"Everything at Sheriff Lodge is amazing from the bedding and amenities in the room to the delicious breakfasts."
Barbara W from United Kingdom
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"Best breakfast in the area."
Steve from United Kingdom
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4-star bed and breakfast in Matlock with homemade breakfast and themed rooms
Amenities
Sheriff Lodge provides free off-road parking and an electric vehicle charging station for guests. The property has a bar, a garden with outdoor furniture, and a shared lounge/TV area with board games. 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas and outside, and key access are in place, and pet bowls are available for those traveling with dogs.
Rooms
Accommodations include themed rooms such as The Nest, The Warren, The Mousehole, The Dray, and The Loft, each with a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a DVD player in some units. Rooms offer mountain views and are equipped with a kettle, chocolates or cookies, and a box of forgotten essentials in the wardrobe. All rooms are non-smoking and the hotel is adults only.
Dining
Breakfast is à la carte and Full English/Irish options with warm dishes, local specialties, and juice, using locally sourced ingredients. The hotel offers homemade bread, jam, and granola, with extensive meal customization for dietary preferences. Afternoon tea is available for special occasions, and a Chatsworth platter can be ordered for supper.
Location & Activities
Sheriff Lodge is situated 12 km from Chatsworth House and within easy reach of Haddon Hall and the Heights of Abraham. The Peak District National Park's scenic trails are accessible for hiking and cycling, and the hotel provides printed walking routes to Matlock Bath. Guests receive discount vouchers for local restaurants and attractions like Maazi and Chatsworth.
Service & Personalization
The owner and hostess Ziz offers personalized attention, including recommendations for walks and dining, and can arrange reservations at fully booked restaurants. Guests receive a welcome with homemade cakes upon arrival, and fresh milk is provided each evening for hot drinks. The hotel caters for solo travellers, couples, and families, with special diets well catered for.
Highlights
Breakfast: Homemade using locally sourced produce with extensive dietary customization
Rooms: Themed accommodations with Netflix, mountain views, and forgotten-essentials box
Parking: Free off-road parking and electric vehicle charging
Service: Personalized attention from host Ziz with walking routes and restaurant vouchers
Location: 12 km from Chatsworth House, near Peak District trails
Amenities: Bar, garden, shared lounge, board games, pet bowls
Dining: Afternoon tea and Chatsworth platter available on request
“Sheriff Lodge strikes me as a genuinely welcoming place, marked by Ziz's attentive hosting and a commitment to quality, particularly evident in the superb, locally sourced breakfasts. The rooms are thoughtfully appointed and comfortable, with the on-site parking being a notable convenience given the proximity to Matlock town centre, though the uphill return warrants consideration.”
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Ukderbyshire
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