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11 The Forge is a stylish cottage resting in Gilsland near Brampton in Cumbria. Hosting two bedrooms; a king-size and a twin (zip/link can be super-king-size on request), along with a shower room and cloakroom, this property can sleep up to four guests. There is an open-plan living space with a kitchen, dining area and a sitting area. To the outside, there is an enclosed garden with lawn and seating, while off-road parking is available for two small cars. 11 The Forge is an incredibly chic and contemporary cottage nestled among beautiful open countryside in the heart of Cumbria.

Brampton is a vibrant market town surrounded by the historic Hadrian's Wall, steeped in Scottish history, home to an ancient Moot Hall, a statue of the 7th Earl of Carlisle, an abundance of shopping, pubs, restaurants, takeaways and a local park. Nearby attractions include the Talkin Tarn Country Park with acres of woodland, farms, lakes and springs, as well as Gelt Woods nature reserve and the River Gelt, and the bustling town of Carlisle.