"Absolutely finest B&B I've ever stayed in"

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Voted as one of the top 25 Bed and Breakfasts in the World

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Ranked in top ten bed and breakfasts in Derbyshire

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"A fantastic place to stay, first class in every way"

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"Breakfast was delicious, lots of choice and beautifully cooked food"

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"Warm friendly welcome. Impeccable B&B throughout"

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Matlock luxury bed and breakfast room

Glendon Bed and Breakfast in Matlock

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Welcome to the award-winning Glendon Bed and Breakfast in Matlock, a classic family-owned bed and breakfast accommodation with unique personal touches. We provide free parking in our own car park for guests as well as EV charging. Glendon is centrally located within the beautiful market town of Matlock, Derbyshire, and within easy walking distance to the bus and train station, pubs, shops and restaurants.  Additionally, we are unique in offering our guests a sitting room and a secure cycle store. Choose from a large selection of breakfasts, cooked fresh-to-order, wholesome, delicious and locally sourced, catering for most dietary requirements.

Each guest bedroom is individual and beautifully decorated with en-suite bathrooms. Relax in our large guest sitting room and elegant dining room, both with views over Knowleston Gardens with the River Derwent just beyond.

We are ideally placed for exploring the Peak District and a just a short drive from Bakewell, Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and Alton Towers, with the Heights of Abraham & Gulliver’s Kingdom under 3 miles away.

We pride ourselves on being one of the leading Bed and Breakfasts in the area, welcoming returning guests year after year. We have outstanding reviews going back to 2016, we feel they speak for themselves.

 

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An elegant Victorian villa

When you arrive at our door you enter a large Victorian Villa, built in 1857, with a host of original features combined with the elegance of modern life and design, not to mention our electric vehicle charge point and free parking. Glendon is an ideal bed and breakfast for a couple, groups and single travellers visiting Derbyshire and the Peak District.

Glendon is the perfect place to stay for walkers, cyclists, photographers, and those who enjoy stunning scenery and visiting historic houses. The house offers a relaxed and peaceful setting.

Our individually decorated bedrooms are situated over the first and second floors. Each room is bright and airy, with high ceilings and large sash windows. The bedrooms are designed using soft furnishings in a contemporary style and combine modern conveniences to ensure a comfortable stay. The premiere room has a bath, with a fitted shower above. Each of the other rooms has a large shower.

Hall with front door open at Glendon Bed and Breakfast

In the centre of Matlock

Glendon is nestled in the centre of Matlock, overlooking a brook feeding into the river Derwent, next to Hall Leys Park. Our individually styled en-suite bedrooms provide a restful ambience and exceptional standard of accommodation and service. Breakfast is served in the traditional Victorian dining room with all menu items cooked and served to order. Glendon is ideally placed for walking and exploring the Peak district if you are visiting for leisure and offers a personal, restful base for those visiting for business. Whatever your reason for visiting, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional hospitality with outstanding guest reviews.

The charming town of Matlock in the Derbyshire Dales is a wonderful location for holidays, short breaks and overnight stays. Matlock is set on the edge of the Peak District National Park, with several independent shops, local pubs, vibrant cafes and restaurants just a short stroll away.

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Plan your Staycation

We are proud that both Glendon and our sister business Derwent House were selected to feature in the latest video from Visit Peak District to promote the staycation in the stunning Peak District and Derbyshire.

A short break, or a longer holiday, will allow you to explore some of England’s most spectacular scenery. In the towns, villages and hamlets you will find a warm and genuine welcome wherever you go. Every taste is catered for with exciting activities to suit all ages and tastes, our guests can benefit from discounted local attractions in the historical county town of Matlock and the Peak District National Park, so please ask before you book them.

The area has a wealth of history and cultural heritage. Glendon Bed and Breakfast is situated within easy reach of all if it, whatever the season.

 

 

The front of Glendon Bed and Breakfast in the Spring

A short drive from the Peak District National Park

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A short drive to the Peak District National Park, Matlock is an ideal place to stay for visiting historic houses, pretty villages and other attractions. And of course, for walking, cycling or just relaxing throughout the year. Glendon has free parking facilities, with an EV charging point if needed. The house is located a short walk from Matlock train station with direct trains to Derby and Nottingham.

We look forward to welcoming you to Glendon to enjoy Derbyshire and the Peak District.

 

Glendon Gift Vouchers

Looking for a unique gift?

We offer unique gift vouchers towards a stay away at Glendon, something different and ideal for friends or loved ones to look forward to when restrictions are lifted.

All vouchers are valid for 24 months.

When you stay at Glendon Bed and Breakfast……

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Breakfast at Glendon

Cooked fresh-to-order, our breakfasts are wholesome, delicious and locally sourced where possible. Choose from a wide variety of vegetarian, traditional and gluten-free options.

Eating out in Matlock

There are a number of bars and restaurants within close walking distance of Glendon. Ideal for an evening out after exploring the delights of Derbyshire and the Peak District.

Bedrooms at Glendon

Guest rooms are arranged over two floors. The first floor has the four-poster and double/twin rooms. The second the premiere and double room. Each room is individually decorated.

Things to do

The hills and dales of the Peak District and surrounding area are ideal for walkers and cyclists. Visit a historic house or one of the many attractions. There is something to suit all interests in Derbyshire.

The Personal Touch

Our aim is for every guest to really enjoy their stay, making the most of their time visiting Derbyshire. We welcome guests arriving on their first day between 4 – 5.30 pm with tea and a home-baked treat.

Discounts for Guests

We offer discounted tickets to Chatsworth, Haddon Hall, Crich Tramway Village and Heights or Abraham (discounts may not be available when special events running).

What makes Glendon Bed and Breakfast different from the rest?

A top-rated bed and breakfast in Derbyshire

We are consistently rated as one of the top Bed and Breakfasts in Derbyshire. We strive to exceed your expectations with our beautifully appointed bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities. Choose from a choice of rooms, from a traditional oak four-poster; double; twin bed and family rooms. And with the ease of free on-site parking, EV charge point and secure cycle store. Read our top 10 reasons for choosing Glendon Bed and Breakfast.

We are proud of what we offer

We focus on personal hospitality. Whether it be providing advice about the local area and attractions, providing glasses to go with the bottle of prosecco in the fridge, leaving soya milk or helping to make a reservation for a local restaurant. It is these little touches that make the difference between somewhere to sleep or a place that is an important part of making a great break.

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