Rafters at Riverside House Hotel

Hotels
9.3 (1180 reviews)
Fennel Street Ashford in the Water , Bakewell , gb
+44 1629 814275

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Garden
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Exceptional food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room size and heating control

Categories

Cleanliness
8.23
Cleanliness was mentioned as inadequate in some areas, particularly in bathrooms.
Service
9.7
Staff were consistently described as friendly, welcoming, and professional.
Location
9.74
Location received positive remarks, particularly for access to local attractions.
Room Quality
8.69
Rooms were generally comfortable but some were noted as small and needing upgrades.
Amenities
9.22
Amenities were generally good, but some reviews highlighted issues with heating control.
Value for Money
9.18
Value was perceived as reasonable, though some expected better in premium pricing.
Food and Beverage
9.73
Food was frequently praised as exceptional and a highlight of the stay.
Overall Experience
9.9
Overall experiences were generally positive with some concerns about specific room issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 08:14

Property Description

Luxurious Riverside Retreat

Garden Oasis: Enjoy a tranquil stay surrounded by nature with a beautiful garden at Rafters at Riverside House Hotel.

Gourmet Dining: Indulge in exquisite dining options at the on-site restaurant offering a variety of culinary delights for breakfast and beyond.

Premium Comfort: Relax in elegantly furnished rooms equipped with modern amenities, some featuring picturesque river views and private patios.

Experience the epitome of luxury at Rafters at Riverside House Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay in Bakewell.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 1180 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.23
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.74
Room Quality: 8.69
Amenities: 9.22
Value for Money: 9.18
Food and Beverage: 9.73
Overall Experience: 9.9
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Linda • couple • gb
10
Lovely hotel and relaxing stay.
Pros:

Lovely hotel in a beautiful location. Excellent breakfast and very friendly and pleasant Staff.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • gb
10
We loved the feel of this small hotel. The staff were exceptional and the food was really good. Would definitely return
Pros:

Lovely country house small hotel in a picturesque Derbyshire village
Lovely garden next to the river
Excellent restaurant & great breakfast

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • couple • gb
10
Exceeded expectations
Pros:

Very relaxing atmosphere very professional staff and exceptional breakfast

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • couple • gb
6
Pros:

Breakfast was fine room was okay

Cons:

Breakfast staff were lovely evening staff were average

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
10
Greatest stay anywhere for a while.
Pros:

The location was brilliant. And the rooms and layout were great.

Cons:

Nothing it was all really good.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Amy • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Enjoyed our short break at Riverside House Hotel. We were greeted with a warm welcome and the staff were polite throughout our stay. Our room was spotless and the breakfast delicious. Our evening meal was also just as good!

Cons:

A couple of pieces of furniture in our room looked a bit tired or in need of replacement, e.g. the cracked plastic dressing table chair.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Hannah • couple • gb
9
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Annette • couple • gb
10
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Angharad • couple • gb
10
Fantastic location, great nights sleep with fabulous service and delicious breakfast.
Pros:

Room was very clean and decorated lovely. Had a privata balcony. Great quality tea and coffee in the room. Bed was extremely comfortable, had a great nights sleep. Breakfast was high quality and delicious. Staff were very friendly. Location was fab, short walk to the local pub and nearby river.

Cons:

En suite hot water tap was loose.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Dennis • couple • gb
7
Pleasant, but not 5 star
Pros:

It’s position in beautiful countryside

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Lynette • couple • gb
9
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Douglas • couple • gb
9
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Katie • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Lovely staff and fab location.

Cons:

The interior was quite tired and in need of updating. I was woken up really early with some loud whirring noise.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Comfortable peaceful surroundings. Excellent staff particularly staff in Breakfast

Cons:

Breakfast was excellent

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • couple • gb
10
The hotel was very comfortable, clean and well placed in a small village.
Pros:

All staff very friendly, helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • gb
10
Beautiful hotel.
Pros:

Beautiful hotel in a lovely village. We appreciated the Temple Spa bathroom products, pastry treats, fresh coffee, and luxurious fixtures.

Cons:

There was a little road noise in the hotel garden, but this wasn't a problem in the room.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Hans • solo_traveller • nl
8
Hotel goed.
Pros:

Prima lokatie, mooie kamer, goed ontbijt.

Cons:

Het diner, Voor de prijs die je betaalt onvoldoende. Aangebrande aardappel en broccoli, dat kan echt niet, als je als hotel restaurant een hoge kwaliteit wil uitstralen.
Smaken waren middelmatig Opmaak van de borden kan ook beter.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Eve • couple • gb
10
Gorgeous quaint hotel, will definitely be coming back as soon as possible
Pros:

Beautiful little seating area near the river was our personal favourite feature about the property, nice aesthetic and lovely staff

Cons:

Bit of dust on lampshades but nothing bothersome

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Lorraine • extended_group • gb
7
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee