The Family Tree

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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Family Tree in Whatstandwell offers family rooms with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, TVs, and electric kettles. Each room ensures a pleasant stay with modern amenities. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax in the garden or terrace, enjoy the bar, and utilise the outdoor play area. The property also features an outdoor seating area and a children's playground, catering to all ages. Dining and Services: The bed and breakfast provides a breakfast buffet with a variety of options. Private check-in and check-out services, menus for special diets, and free WiFi enhance the guest experience. Local Attractions: Located 43 km from East Midlands Airport, The Family Tree is near Chatsworth House (21 km), Nottingham Castle (37 km), and Alton Towers (38 km). Other attractions include Sherwood Forest and Donington Park.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Sharon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was fabulous, it was like a VIP experience. Beds very comfortable. Short walk from train station, cheap fairs and quick ride into Matlock and Matlock Bath. We did this on the spur of the moment and was an unexpected event that was...”
Jack
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Superb value - lovely room and fantastic breakfast.”
Simon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We had an excellent stay at the family tree.The breakfast was excellent and there was lots of choice the room was clean and comfortable we decided to stay for an extra night the food is really nice and recently priced”
Gary
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff was really nice the room was really good and clean and the breakfast was really good would recommend the stay”
Sharon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely staff, very nice room. Convenient for transport links”
Albert
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was lovely. Very comfortable. Everything was supplied that you would need for your stay. The breakfast was superb.”
David
New Zealand New Zealand
“Location is brilliant, free car parking although car park is quite small, excellent meals”
Caton
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The breakfast was excellent and the location was superb. Also the Staff was excellent and very helpful.”
Robert
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“All great, and Charlie, the owner, offered us a lift to and from the nearby destilery and, despite the kitchen being already closed, made some tasty meal for us.”
Abbie93
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The family run business really makes you feel party of the family! They were friendly and attentive, Breakfast was excellent with a whole tray of continental options just for you, as well as your pick from the main breakfast menu. The room was...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.7Based on 395 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The restaurant and B&B are family run and someone from the family is also around to help or assist guests in any way. It was a lifelong dream of the family to open a small restaurant and B & B and we are very exciting to welcome everyone to The Family Tree. RESTAURANT IS A DAYTIME ONE AND CLOSES AT 4PM. MANY THANKS

Property information

The Family Tree is a coffee lounge, licensed bar/restaurant and B & B situated in Whatstandwell, on the A6 just 5 miles south of Matlock . We are located in the beautiful Amber Valley on the banks of the picturesque River Derwent just outside the Peak District. We are a family run establishment pleased to offer breakfasts, lunches, afternoon teas, delicious home-made cakes and refreshing beverages. The restaurant is open seven days a week from 9am- 4pm with the last food orders at 3.30pm.

Neighbourhood information

Dear guests. Our restaurant is a daytime venue and closes at 4pm.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

The Family Tree takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that guests will be charged if any damage or loss to the property occurs during a guests' stay.

Please inform The Family Tree in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.