Riber

About this property

Riber is a delightful first-floor apartment set in Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, enjoying a position opposite the River Derwent and offering an appealing base for two. Step inside to find the studio-style living space, where the double bed, kitchen, dining area, and sitting area come together in one bright, open room. Sunlight streams through the windows, bringing gentle reflections of the riverside into the apartment and adding to the mellow atmosphere of the space. Whether you’re preparing simple meals in the kitchen or sitting down to enjoy them at the dining table, this easy-flowing layout makes holiday living wonderfully straightforward. After days exploring the valley, unwind in the sitting area with a film or a cup of tea before retiring to the double bed.

The bathroom offers both a bath and overhead shower, along with a handheld attachment, giving you the choice between an invigorating rinse or a longer evening soak. Outside, the communal garden invites a moment of fresh Derbyshire air, while roadside parking on a first-come, first-served basis ensures stress-free arrivals. Matlock Bath is known for its lively promenade, traditional shops, and riverside strolls. Board the cable cars to the Heights of Abraham for hilltop views and cavern tours, or wander the riverside path that winds through the village. Nearby Matlock offers the leafy Hall Leys Park and the Peak Rail heritage railway, while Wirksworth provides cobbled streets, craft shops, and a welcoming marketplace.

Venture further to Bakewell for riverside walking routes and a sampling of its famous pudding. Blending an inviting interior with easy access to attractions, Riber offers a delightful base for discovering this picturesque corner of the Peak District. Note: This property can be booked with refs. 1010504, 1010510, 1162891, 1163457, 1163458, 1163459, and 1163460, together sleeping up to 16 people.

Matlock Bath is located in the beautiful wooded gorge of the River Derwent, 1 mile from Matlock, surrounded by wooded hills and cliffs. It developed as a Spa town in the 1800s and is also famous for its connections with Sir Richard Arkwright and the cotton trade, often being referred to as the cradle of the Industrial Revolution. Today Matlock Bath offers a selection of pubs and shops, Arkwright's Cromford Mill, a world heritage site, and Venetian Nights during September and October, which feature decorated and illuminated boats floating along the river. The village boasts a plethora of attractions such as Gulliver's Kingdom, the Peak District Mining Museum or you can enjoy a ride on the Heights of Abraham cable car where you can take in the views in style. The splendid Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and Crich Tramway museum are close by, or take advantage of good walking around the Derwent Valley and White Peak and cycling at Carsington Water and the High Peak Cycle Trail.

Accommodation

First-floor apartment.

Studio-style living space with double bed, kitchen, dining area, and sitting area.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, handheld shower, heated towel rail, basin, and WC

Gas central heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with icebox, dishwasher.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included In rent.

Bed linen and towels included In rent.

Ample roadside parking available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Communal garden.

One well-behaved pet welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop, pub, and river 0.1 miles, canal 1.2 miles.

Note: Communal washing machine, tumble dryer, iron, ironing board, and freezer available, shared between all seven apartments.

Note: Bike storage available