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Relax here and take in the outstanding views
Your very own private pub
Relax in the hot tubs or play in the garden
The property has everything you need for a memorable break
Come together with loved ones with a special meal
Cook up a storm in this beautiful kitchen
A grand room to enjoy dinner
Spoil yourself with local treats
A social open-plan space
Lots of family fun to be had and games to play
What an incredible room to relax in
A warm welcome awaits
Bedroom 1, Twin or King size you decide
Bedroom 1, Twin or King-size, you can decide
Bedroom 2, Twin or King size you decide
Sleek and stylish en-suites
Bedroom 3, Super-king, get a good night's rest with your private en-suite
Each bathroom is beautifully appointed
Bedroom 4, King size, a bedroom fit for royalty
Bedroom 5, King size, a cosy and inviting bedroom
Bedroom 6, Twin or super-king, you decide
Bedroom 7, Twin or King size
Bedroom 8, Twin or Super-king size
Bedroom 9, King size
Bedroom 10, Twin or Super-king, a nod to the property's unique history
Bedroom 10, Twin or super-king
Bedroom 11, King size
Bedroom 12, King size
Bedroom 12, King size
Bedroom 13, King size with Single bed and pull out Single
Bedroom 14, Twin or Superking with Single Bed and pull out Single
Luxury en-suite
Bedroom 15, Twin or King size
Bedroom 15, Twin or King size, sleek and stylish en-suite bedroom
Handy signs so you don't get lost
Stunning hallways full of character
Lovely craftsmanship
Plenty of fun to be had
Play bartender in your private pub
A stunning detached residence
Outstanding views from the property
Enjoy the large garden with lots to do outside too
Beautiful river views from the property
Stunning building
Stunning views over Matlock Bath
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3 / 51  Relax here and take in the outstanding views
4 / 51  Your very own private pub
5 / 51  Relax in the hot tubs or play in the garden
6 / 51  The property has everything you need for a memorable break
7 / 51  Come together with loved ones with a special meal
8 / 51  Cook up a storm in this beautiful kitchen
9 / 51  A grand room to enjoy dinner
10 / 51  Spoil yourself with local treats
11 / 51  A social open-plan space
12 / 51  Lots of family fun to be had and games to play
13 / 51  What an incredible room to relax in
14 / 51  A warm welcome awaits
15 / 51  Bedroom 1, Twin or King size you decide
16 / 51  Bedroom 1, Twin or King-size, you can decide
17 / 51  Bedroom 2, Twin or King size you decide
18 / 51  Sleek and stylish en-suites
19 / 51  Bedroom 3, Super-king, get a good night's rest with your private en-suite
20 / 51  Each bathroom is beautifully appointed
21 / 51  Bedroom 4, King size, a bedroom fit for royalty
22 / 51  Bedroom 5, King size, a cosy and inviting bedroom
23 / 51  Bedroom 6, Twin or super-king, you decide
24 / 51  Bedroom 7, Twin or King size
25 / 51  Bedroom 8, Twin or Super-king size
26 / 51  Bedroom 9, King size
27 / 51  Bedroom 10, Twin or Super-king, a nod to the property's unique history
28 / 51  Bedroom 10, Twin or super-king
29 / 51  Bedroom 11, King size
30 / 51  Bedroom 12, King size
31 / 51  Bedroom 12, King size
32 / 51  Bedroom 13, King size with Single bed and pull out Single
33 / 51  Bedroom 14, Twin or Superking with Single Bed and pull out Single
34 / 51  Luxury en-suite
35 / 51  Bedroom 15, Twin or King size
36 / 51  Bedroom 15, Twin or King size, sleek and stylish en-suite bedroom
37 / 51  Handy signs so you don't get lost
38 / 51  Stunning hallways full of character
39 / 51  Lovely craftsmanship
40 / 51  Plenty of fun to be had
41 / 51  Play bartender in your private pub
42 / 51  A stunning detached residence
43 / 51  Outstanding views from the property
44 / 51  Enjoy the large garden with lots to do outside too
45 / 51  Beautiful river views from the property
46 / 51  Stunning building
47 / 51  Stunning views over Matlock Bath
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The Temple

Matlock Bath, near Matlock, Peak District
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Sleeps 34
Bedrooms 15
Bathrooms 15
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Fishing on site / nearby
Luxury
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Escape to this luxurious, fantastically spacious, historic property for large celebrations with beautiful views
  • Bring your favourite beverages and play pub landlord with your very own traditional pub on the stunning ground floor
  • Beautiful property with period features, two hot tubs, games room, two bars all with stylish furniture and décor
  • On-site and In the area, enjoy walking, cycling, caving, rock climbing, water sports and wildlife watching
Property code: 66435

Located in a beautiful, wooded gorge overlooking the River Derwent, this luxurious Grade II-listed former hotel provides a fabulous venue for a group reunion or large family celebration. This magnificent Georgian building offers superb accommodation for up to 34 guests across 15 gorgeous en-suite bedrooms. This stunning property is set in a breathtaking location near Matlock Bath, along the south-eastern corner of the Peak District, and offers an immense array of imaginative extras including two hot tubs, a games room and a traditional private pub.

Entering this unique property, the elegant entrance hall leads through to the fantastic pub and games room, a fantastic party space with a music system, kitchenette and bar, where you try can your hand at karaoke or the piano, or play pool, table tennis and air hockey. The south wing has a cosy snug, an exquisite lounge bar, the main lounge which enjoys glorious panoramic views, an elegant and superbly equipped main kitchen and the Byron Room, a sumptuous dining room, also with stunning views. The south wing houses five bedrooms, with the remaining ten occupying the north wing. All bedrooms have TVs and en-suite facilities, along with a range of original details and unique features. The property sits on 2 acres of grounds, with a pretty garden, plenty of seating areas, two hot tubs, two BBQs, off-road parking for 20 cars, and even a trampoline.

The property is close to numerous landmarks and attractions including Gulliver’s Kingdom, the Peak District Mining Museum, Matlock Bath Aquarium, Cromford Mills and the Heights of Abraham (all within 1.5 miles). Matlock and Matlock Bath have plenty of great places to eat and drink, or you could explore attractions in the Peak District National Park including Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall (both within 9.5 miles).

  • 15 bedrooms – 4 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made up as twins on request) (one with two additional single beds), 4 king-size zip-and-link (which can be made up as twins on request), 1 super-king-size and 6 king-size (one with two additional single beds)
  • 6 en-suite bathrooms, 9 en-suite shower rooms and 2 separate WCs
  • Two gas range ovens and hobs, three dishwashers, two microwaves, two kettles, two toasters, two washing machines, two American fridge/freezers with ice and water and a Bluetooth/USB/DAB/CD music system.
  • Utility room with two commercial tumble dryers.
  • Games room/pub with pool table, table tennis, air hockey, piano and 6 speaker karaoke machine with lights. A kitchenette with sink, fridge and dishwasher. Bluetooth/USB/DAB/CD music system. Open fire (first basket of logs provided).
  • Lounge bar with bottle fridge, dishwasher and sink.
  • The pub/bar requires you to bring your own beverages as some facilities are for show only. These can be kept in the glass bottle fridges.
  • Lounge with wood burning stove (first basket of logs provided), large smart TV and bluetooth/USB/DAB/CD music system.
  • 2 hot tubs - seating 12 people comfortably
  • Ample off-road parking for 20 cars
  • 3 Travel Cots and 3 High Chairs Available
  • Shops, pubs, theme park, cable car and village centre within walking distance.
  • Smart TV/DVDs in lounge, snug and bedrooms 5,9,13 and 15. The remainder of bedrooms with Freeview
  • 2x large Charcoal BBQ’s
  • Garden furniture
  • Trampoline
  • Due to being a residential area, outside noise is not permitted after 11pm
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Kate Gray

This property is personally managed by Kate.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 28 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Joanne 30th May 2025

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Overall needs a good deep clean and refreshing in some places , musty smells in several rooms The bar next to the kitchen was very dirty and shelves , glasses etc hadn't been cleaned for a long time Also the rubbish bin outside was full when we arrived Disappointing for the amount we paid to stay but location was good

Reviewed by Laura 9th May 2025

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We booked the house for my best friends hen party. There was 21 of us in total and every single person loved it. The house is amazing, well equipped, well laid out so you dont feel like you are in each others space. The views are beautiful. The communication with the house management was really good and they were happy and quick to respond to all qRead moreueries we had prior to our stay. Hide

Reviewed by Mark 25th April 2025

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Whilst the location is amazing and some elements of the property were great, living room, garden - we feel this property requires some updating for it to be worth the value we paid.

Reviewed by Layla 21st April 2025

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We stayed at The Temple for the second time 21st-25th April 2025. We were a group of 3 families, 5 adults and 11 children. Everyone had the best time. The house is lovely and surrounded by beautiful views. It has everything you need. A short walk away is Gulliver's kingdom, a play park and lots of places for food and ice cream! We also visited MatlRead moreock Farm park and Crich tramway village which were both within a 20 minute drive away. We will definitely be back! Hide

Reviewed by Penny 21st February 2025

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The Temple has an air of faded grandeur about it. It is a great place for large gatherings and offers plenty of space. It is warm and comfortable but some of the equipment could do with attention. Dishwashers didn't clean properly and one oven wouldn't ignite. Lighting is rather dismal. Cleaners turned up early on check out day - not ideal. A few nRead moreiceties would make all the difference - hair dryers in rooms, shampoo etc. Hide

Reviewed by Dawn 17th February 2025

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We booked The Temple for a family get together, 23 adults and 9 children, and it exceeded our expectations. The Temple has everything you need, and plenty of it, for an enjoyable stay. The fantastic kitchen is well equipped with crockery and utensils. The beds were comfy and the bedding was of a good quality. Everybody enjoyed all of the facilitiesRead more and the hot tubs were fantastic with great views. I highly recommend The Temple and would definitely book again for future events Hide

Reviewed by Jack 31st January 2025

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Reviewed by Rosie 24th January 2025

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We had such a wonderful time staying at this property! Its perfect for large groups, with plenty of communal spaces that comfortably fit everyone. The kitchen was spacious and well equipped making it ideal for group meals. The property also boasts an amazing view across the valley. We go away as a large group every year, and this was definitely oneRead more of the best places weve stayed at. We will definitely be looking to book again! Hide

Reviewed by Sally 17th January 2025

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Myself and 33 of my friends and family stayed for my hen weekend in January. The accommodation and location were just perfect. There was plenty of space to cater for everyone in the kitchen and dining room. The large lounge and pub space was perfect for entertainment in the evenings. I would definitely book again for a large family gathering.

Reviewed by Jackie 6th December 2024

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We booked the Temple to celebrate my husbands 70th. There were 24 of us and we had a great weekend. The accommodation & communal areas were great for the number of guests. Having the pub was fun, especially with the karaoke machine. The decor is a bit tired but that did not detract from it being a great venue for a celebration.

Reviewed by Nigel 28th October 2024

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Reviewed by Amy 23rd August 2024

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Very fun place to stay. Could do with a refresh in some bedrooms and recommend bringing a pillow. The hot tubs, lounge and bar area were great. We enjoyed the place overall and its in a great location. 2mins walk to shops/ cafes/ pubs. Good value for money.

Reviewed by Gursimran 14th August 2024

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The house is beautiful. The views from the windows are stunning. The location is so great as its near the town and theres loads of walks/hikes you can go around there. The house did lack some cleanliness in certain areas and the water temperature was slightly hard to control in some of the showers but it was not much of a problem. The house holds sRead moreo much character and I would definitely stay there again. Highly recommend for large groups/family. Hide

Reviewed by Philippa 29th July 2024

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Just what we needed in a fabulous part of the country! Matlock is charming! Well equipped, comfy and loads of space. A touch tied in places but extremely comfortable.

Reviewed by Bridget 19th July 2024

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A fabulous location for a large gathering of family/friends. The main sitting room has wonderful views and is very comfortable, the ability to spill out into the garden was also much appreciated. The location is ideal with so much nearby for guests to do.

Reviewed by Andy 7th June 2024

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the temperature dropped and the house got cold. could not work ou how to get heating to increase.

Reviewed by Cathryn 16th May 2024

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Wow what a fantastic house - there were 34 of us on a hen party with ages ranging from 16 to 67 - the house was amazing lots of room and well equipped.

Reviewed by Susan 10th May 2024

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Loved our weekend for our wedding anniversary great space and great weather and a lovely town .

Reviewed by Carol 5th April 2024

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32 of us aged 90 to 6 months stayed at The Temple for a week after Easter. Shared areas - dining room, kitchen, lounge - were generally well appointed and comfortable and we managed to cater for our whole party every night without too much difficulty. The pub is a good area for family activities. There was plenty of hot water and the beds were comfRead moreortable. The hot tubs were very popular. Lots to do and lovely walks around Matlock Bath. A good venue for a large party. Hide

Reviewed by Carole 22nd March 2024

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The Temple was a fabulous place for a birthday celebration with 30 family & friends. Everyone had their own room and ensuite and the communal spaces were great - big enough for us all to get together. Our grandsons loved playing barman behind the bars in the main lounge and downstairs in the pub! We had a couple of sit-down meals in the dining roomRead more, which is huge. We made good use of the hot tubs, which were hot and ready to use when we arrived. Thoroughly recommend! Hide

Reviewed by Helen 15th March 2024

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Wonderful house in a prominent gorgeous location. There were a few minor issues with the hot tub, karaoke machine, microwave oven and water temperature. But on the whole the house met our needs, was in a stunning location and everyone (29 of us) enjoyed our stay. Lots of space so it didn't feel cramped at all.

Reviewed by Amanda 26th January 2024

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This property is in a fantastic location and very handy for the Peak District. The property itself is lovely, the lounge and garden have fabulous views and the kitchen is well equipped. Sadly, there were a few issues and reading previous reviews, these were not the first; the shower pressure / heat is not consistent and in some rooms non-existent. Read moreThe hot tubs were not warm on arrival, one fused taking out the heating in the lounge for 24 hours. The car registration machine was also not working. Hide

Reviewed by Lee 5th January 2024

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Overall the house was great for our family stay. Spacious living areas and good facilities. Great location, just a few minute walk from bars and restaurants. Hot tubs were cool on arrival even though we were told they would be hot and ready to use, then one went into error and couldn't be used. There was no logs for the fire which there should haveRead more been, the house was freezing cold on arrival, no welcome information book, the bins were already full and hadn't been emptied from previous guests. Hide

Reviewed by Mike 31st October 2023

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Positives - beautiful views, handy for Matlock Bath centre and peak district, bedrooms warm and comfortable, worked well as a social space on the first floor as a wedding venue (kitchen, large dining room, large lounge area), house catered well for very broad age mix (2 year old to 86 year old). Negatives- kitchen equipment (not enough of some cutlRead moreery, pans sublime to ridiculous in size, gas ovens slow as leaked heat, icemakers broken, toasters faulty). Overall house needs updating Hide

Reviewed by Sandra 6th October 2023

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We were a large family group of 28, aged from 2 weeks to 90 years. The property and facilities were amazing for our weekend stay. Communal rooms were large and spacious, bedrooms were well equipped and comfortable, bathrooms were modern and clean. The kitchen and equipment in there was large enough to cook for and feed an army. Outside was great foRead morer children (trampoline) and adults (hot tubs). Importantly, the communication with the organisers before and during the stay was exemplary. Hide

Reviewed by Jonathan 29th September 2023

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10/10 amazing property - we're already planning our return for next year! We had over 30 guests who all stayed here comfortably without ever feeling like we were in each other's way. The living room space is lovely with beautiful views of Matlock, the bar and pub were a treat for socialising, the dining room was a perfect size and all the bedrooms Read morewere fantastic - an ensuite in every room was icing on the cake. Local area is fun with great walks to be had - cannot recommend this enough!! Hide

Reviewed by Jill 8th September 2023

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We had the best time. Everything was there what we needed. Very helpful a quick response with any questions we had. Thank you

Reviewed by Gary 30th June 2023

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Great place for a large gathering, good location and great party house especially redundant bar area.

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Relax here and take in the outstanding views
Your very own private pub
Relax in the hot tubs or play in the garden
The property has everything you need for a memorable break
Come together with loved ones with a special meal
Cook up a storm in this beautiful kitchen
A grand room to enjoy dinner
Spoil yourself with local treats
A social open-plan space
Show 39 moreLots of family fun to be had and games to play

Location

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