River Cottage Boutique B&B
River Cottage Boutique B&B descritpion
On the banks of the Wye River, this charming 18th-century 5-star bed and breakfast enjoys an idyllic setting in the Peak District National Park. Elegant rooms have free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs.
Recommended by Michelin, this boutique bed and breakfast's individually styled bedrooms feature unique artwork and antique French beds, complemented by modern amenities. Guests enjoy a separate, private entrance to the cottage.
You will forget that this property is on route A6 when you wander through the charming grounds, stopping by the river’s edge to watch the trout and the ducks. The River Cottage is just a 5-minute walk from a choice of traditional English pubs in the village of Ashford in the Water.
A delicious home-cooked breakfast is served every day. The best local produce is used, including handmade sausages, locally cured bacon and free-range eggs.
The surrounding countryside is perfect for walking, with several trails leading from the cottage’s door step. Stunning Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall are just a 10-minute drive away.
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Facilities of River Cottage Boutique B&B
Outdoors ：Grounds
Pets ：Pets are not allowed.
Internet ：Free!WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking ：Free!Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
General ：Non-smoking Rooms | Facilities for Disabled Guests | Heating | Hypoallergenic room available
Reviews for River Cottage Boutique B&B
Review 1：Third visit, very comfortable, super position close to Chatsworth House, Bakewell and Ashford pubs/food in walking distance. Can't wait to go again as John & Gilly are great hosts and serve up delicious home made/ locally produced breakfasts.
Review 2：We found it difficult to find using the sat nav but were directed carefully by Gilly when we were lost nearby.
Review 3：John and Gilly were wonderful hosts with a great knowledge of the area, able to give advice on places to go and how to explore. We had no problem with sounds from the road thanks to the triple glazing. The room was comfortable and beautifully done to match the look of the building. We had a separate bathroom. This wasn't an issue for us as it was all very private. Breakfast was freshly cooked and made to our tastes, with homemade jams and bread to keep us going whilst we waited. We would recommended.
Review 4：The only thing we found was in our bedroom wall lights were not as nice for reading as table lamps would be. Also we prefer duvets to blankets but that is a minor niggle compared to the overall experience.
Review 5：Friendly hosts, John and Gilly are prepared to provide anything you wish. Maps and binoculars are there for borrowing, as well as a wide selection of books. Lovely breakfasts, served beautifully with homemade preserves. Sparkling clean everywhere. How the shower room was kept in that mint condition, I do not know! Fresh towels each day and plenty of nice toiletries provided. Pretty setting by the river, where guests can enjoy a drink in the garden watching the river trout. Good parking. Real pubs with good food nearby. Close to Bakewell and just right for visiting the Peak District.
Review 6：John and Gilly were very helpful in advising places to visit and the good local pubs for dinner. It was also a bonus that the two village pubs were within easy walking distance from River Cottage
Review 7：Nothing really, the only thing if anything is we found the bedding, blankets and sheets not the cosiest and effected our sleep a little. Saying that, we do love traditional things, it is probably we have just got used to duvets.
Review 8：Hosts delightful and explain everything beautifully and are on hand to do anything to help. Breakfast excellent, delicious all round, homemade bread and jams lovely. Room and bathroom absolutely lovely, excellent attention to detail. Pretty view of garden from window. Would certainly return and recommend.
Review 9：Regret not having found River Cottage when we previously visited the area.
Review 10：Location was Ideal for us. Both the village and River Cottage were a real treat. Room and facilities were first rate. Cannot say other than, having been several times to the area, it was the best of all the places we have stayed; by miles. Hosts; charming.
Review 11：We just missed our king sized bed.
Review 12：Beautiful location and decor, furnishings and linen were top quality. Friendly hosts who went the extra mile and recommended some great local eating places. Excellent breakfasts.
Review 13：Absolutely perfect. Would definitely stay again. We had the room with separate private bathroom across the hall, it was perfect because the bathroom is huge and has a bath and shower and we could lock it from outside and inside to keep it private. The B&B itself is immaculate, the staff we amazingly friendly and could not do more to help but were in no way intrusive. The breakfast was delicious and fresh with various hot and cold options. The gardens were stunning, my favourite memory is sitting inches from the crystal clear river drinking champagne in the sun watching big fat trout swimming around doing backflips...perfect!
Review 14：My husband was feeling tired after the wedding we went to. When I asked if I could take breakfast to the room for him, they wouldn't allow it due to the cost of the bed linen. My husband would have eaten it sat at the table and felt it was slightly unreasonable after we paid £115 for an overnight stay
Review 15：Location, room and friendly staff
Review 16：John and Gilly were excellent hosts and could not do more to make our stay a memorable one. They have a thorough local knowledge so can recommend those places to visit as well as those to be avoided!
Review 17：Everything was just perfect. We were going to stay in Bakewell but the serenity and beauty of Ashford in the Water was fab and so close to Bakewell. The place is beautiful with no expense spared and the location is stunning.
Review 18：We found the bed rather small. We prefer a duvet to blankets.
Review 19：Lovely home & location. Warm & comfortable. Very good breakfast. Picturesque village
Review 20：John and Gilly's hospitality was unbeatable. They couldn't have been more helpful or welcoming. We also loved the character and charm if the old building, the delicious breakfast and stunning river view!
Review 21：We were looked after by the most loveliest hosts, who were very knowledgeable of the local area and couldn't do enough to enhance our experience of the peak district. The Cottage itself was very comfortable, great attention to detail and the breakfast was yummy!
Review 22：Nothing.
Review 23：Gilly & John were excellent hosts & gave good information about places to visit. The breakfast was superb, room facilities excellent and the whole place was immaculate & beautifully decorated. We loved the location, near to Chatsworth & short walk to local pubs for great food. The garden was lovely and having an evening drink by the river was special. We can't wait to go back, this place is a gem!
Review 24：Slightly dodgy wi-fi, but that was a down to the property's location. Slightly difficult to find, because it is not where satnav takes you. Make sure you follow the owners' directions.
Review 25：Lovely setting, excellent accommodation, lovely breakfasts and charming hosts.
Review 26：Nothing
Review 27：We were made to feel so welcome by our hosts. The room was lovely and so clean. Breakfast was really good with everyone chatting to each other. Will definitely go back
Review 28：We had a two night break at the River Cotttage B&B and it was fantastic. The b&b is located in a beautiful part of the country and itself is very well decorated and has really lovely staff. Highly recommend a stay here.
Review 29：Nothing!
Review 30：So clean, comfortable with some fabulous little touches like the toiletries in the rooms to the fridge with fresh milk provided. Breakfasts were amazing and the hosts were so knowledgeable and friendly. Would definitely recommend.
Review 31：Wonderful hosts, came out to greet us on arrival & the service remained as good throughout our stay. Beautiful old 18th century cottage with a original features, great rooms & a luxury bathroom. Although close to Bakewell, it's in its own picturesque village.Fantastic breakfast & stunning garden.
Review 32：The location was ideal. The rooms are all attractive, furnished to a very high standard, comfortable, very clean and lots of attention has been paid to the small details. Breakfast is excellent. The hosts were very friendly and made us most welcome. We definitely will return.
Review 33：The character of River Cottage, the river and gardens. It was close to the village but not part of it. Excellent breakfast, both in choice and quality.
Review 34：There was not anything that we didn't like with River Cottage. We were advised beforehand that we may hear road noise from the room. However, we did not really notice it and it certainly did not trouble our sleep.
Review 35：Virtually everything. The welcome, the lovely large room with all the comforts that you would need, the marvelous breakfast, the location, the garden....I could go on. My sister and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Review 36：This is an excellent home base for a Peak District visit. The grounds are beautiful, the inn is immaculate, and the owners are friendly and helpful. From the in-room refreshments to the bathroom amenities to the homemade jellies on the breakfast table, attention was paid to every detail.
Review 37：Didn't like having to leave! And while it's actually very easy to get there once you know how, ask for more details before making the drive.
Review 38：Super location twixt Buxton, Bakewell & Chatsworth House, hosts are delightful and caring, the garden is superb, dozens of trout are in the stream (bring a book, camera, wine & cheese to enjoy that outdoor nook). River Cottage is a memorable retreat, with village walks and Rm 4 is large, comfortable and airy, with views of the garden. Oh, and they serve great breakfasts.
Review 39：The stay wasn't long enough nothing bad to say
Review 40：Treated parents to a break for 50th wedding anniversary they were thrilled with the break. Fantastic setting clean relaxing accommodation and great hosts they didn't want to leave and want to go back for longer
Review 41：We had a "Quiet" bedroom, not on the A6, but it was a warm night and with the bedroom windows open the traffic noise was very evident.
Review 42：Friendly and helpful couple. Very professionally run B&B.
Review 43：Absolutely faultless and wish we could have stayed longer.
Review 44：This wonderful B&B is the best one that we have ever stayed at and includes many more items that are not standard at other B&B's - bath robes, shaving cream, hairspray, nail file etc. Our hosts were wonderful and the amenities were 5 star and then some. We really enjoyed the wonderful cooked breakfasts and these kept us going all day long. The B&B's location wonderful near a flowing river and the gardens are post card perfect. It is the perfect location for exploring Derbyshire and we would have loved to have stayed longer. It had the most comfortable bed that I have ever been in and they think of all the small things that make the stay perfect!
Review 45：John & Gilly made us so welcome and nothing was to much trouble very comfortable accommodation and excellent breakfast
Review 46：Lovely House and Nice Clean Rooms with Every Facility,
Review 47：There was nothing I disliked about River Cottage.
Review 48：Location by the river, so clean and the breakfast was amazing!!! Thank you River Cottage.
Review 49：N/A
Review 50：Everything was excellent!
Review 51：The room was beautiful & very comfortable. The proprietor was friendly but respected our privacy. Food was excellent
Review 52：Very friendly owners. Excellent full english breakfast. Short walk to good food and real ales at local pub.
Review 53：Very close busy a 6 but was quiet between 10 and 6 at night so sleeping fine
Review 54：The woolly blanket on the bed. Am allergic to them.
Review 55：The breakfast and the owners
Review 56：very friendly place, lovely room, very clean, easy parking, great breakfasts too.
Review 57：nothing
Review 58：The cleanliness the welcome everything was superb
Review 59：Friendly welcome.Beautiful garden,wonderful breakfast. Bathroom excellent.
Review 60：Owners were interesting, accommodating, and delightful!
Review 61：postion, and view. lovely staff
Review 62：Perfect location, felt very welcome.
Review 63：Everything about River Cottage was exceptional especially the beautiful garden.
Review 64：Facilities and garden setting
Review 65：absolutely 100% in all aspects, Brilliant.
Review 66：The bed a small double did not accommodate two six footers, so much so we only stayed one of two nights.
Review 67：The property and breakfast
Review 68：Peaceful and private.
Review 69：There was nothing to dislike absolutely perfect.
Review 70：The warm friendly service, nothing to much trouble. Lovely hot breakfasts and a good choice.
Review 71：The rooms were well appointed. The hosts couldn't have been more helpful.
Review 72：Everything was just right
Review 73：FOOD AND PEOPLE
Review 74：absolutely nothing
Review 75：everything, there's nothing to criticise!
Review 76：Lovely decor, comfortable room and bed and delicious breakfast. Hosts were friendly and helpful.
Review 77：Could not ask for any more from staff , accomatation first class ,would stay again .
Review 78：Nothing, it was all very nice.
Review 79：The room was spacious & comfortable. Breakfast was great.
Review 80：Tasteful house in every respect,charming host and hostess and in a great location.
Review 81：Just simply AAAAA+++++++++++++++++++ Great hosts, lovely food ,beautiful setting the best BB we have stayed in.
Review 82：Cleanliness, quality of food, friendly and helpful hosts, lovely room
Review 83：Beautiful room, gorgeous new bathroom, scrummy breakfast, fantastic facilities and great hosts.
Review 84：Room, ambiance, hospitality
Review 85：Perfect escape, can't recommend highly enough.
Review 86：The whole stay.
Review 87：Everything
Review 88：Attention to detail. Good quality ingredients for breakfast.
Review 89：Very friendly and helpful staff, beautiful surroundings and the best breakfast i've ever had!
Review 90：The most perfect place, we couldn't fault anything about it and will certainly go back!
Review 91：The hosts were really attentive. Even got a glass of wine to enjoy whilst Feeding the trout.
Review 92：The room and bathroom are quite small and the bed is only a double.
Review 93：Nice people and location although close to a busy road.
Review 94：Close to busy road
Review 95：Very friendly and helpful hosts
Review 96：loved it all thank you so much for a lovely time
Review 97：Great location next to a stream close to a pretty village. Room is spacious with everything you need, great breakfast and lovely hosts.
Review 98：A peaceful & tranquil location with gracious hosts. Breakfast was lovely full of choices
Review 99：Conveniently situated on the edge of Ashford on the water we found this to be a beautiful B&B, very comfortable, tastefully furnished with a relaxing atmosphere. Wonderful garden- great chill out zone on the patio feeding the trout and the ducks in the river. Very tasty breakfast. Delightful hosts - helpful, friendly -highly recommend.
Review 100：Double beds were tight for two healthy mature adults - people used to Queen or King size beds may experience similar issues.
Review 101：Good quiet location, very friendly and helpful owners and staff. Excellent breakfasts.
Review 102：There is no guest sitting room, which would be nice to have.
Review 103：The B&b was excellent and a great location for exploring the Peak District Gilly and John were great hosts, the room was great and breakfast was fantastic
The Fine Print
Please note Sat Navs might send guests too far up the road. River Cottage is the corner house on the A6 and Buxton Road on the edge of Ashford in the Water.River Cottage Boutique B&B does not take credit or debit card. They only accept cash, UK cheque or bank transfer.