
The Ostlers is a two-bedroom cottage set on a working farm near Brampton in Cumbria. With exposed beams, farmhouse-style furnishings and a spiral staircase leading to the first-floor bedrooms, this is a proper countryside cottage with real character. Friendly alpacas graze in the neighbouring field and guests can feed them; one reviewer said it made her daughter's whole trip.
The cottage sits within easy reach of Hadrian's Wall, the North Pennines and Northumberland National Park, all within eight miles. Walking and cycling routes are right on the doorstep.
The Ostlers is a two-bedroom cottage set on a working farm near Brampton in Cumbria. With exposed beams, farmhouse-style furnishings and a spiral staircase leading to the first-floor bedrooms, this is a proper countryside cottage with real character. Friendly alpacas graze in the neighbouring field and guests can feed them; one reviewer said it made her daughter's whole trip.
The cottage sits within easy reach of Hadrian's Wall, the North Pennines and Northumberland National Park, all within eight miles. Walking and cycling routes are right on the doorstep. The enclosed garden has outdoor furniture, a barbecue and a wood-fired hot tub positioned to make the most of the rolling countryside views.
Sleeping four guests across two bedrooms, a double with vaulted ceiling and exposed beams and a twin with a sleek modern shower room. The kitchen-diner has a Dolce Gusto coffee machine, air fryer, electric hob and oven. The lounge has a wood burner and Smart TV.
Hadrian's Wall is under six miles away. Lanercost Priory and the Roman Army Museum are similarly close. Talkin Tarn Country Park is 10.5 miles away with sailing, fishing and woodland trails.
The Ostlers suits couples and families who want space, fresh air and real farm life. Two dogs welcome. Book it.
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Gilsland, Cumbria16°C
Dense drizzle
Updated: 15 Sep 2026, 2:47am
Thackthwaite Lodge is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
138m
(453 feet above sea level)
Thackthwaite Lodge sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 54.9980740° N | Longitude: 2.64576° W
Today's sun times for Gilsland (Tuesday, 15 September 2026):
5:41am
Sunrise
5:30pm
Golden Hour
6:30pm
Sunset
This month in Gilsland, you have approximately 12.81 hours of daylight. The shortening days create the perfect excuse for earlier hot tub sessions.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Thackthwaite Lodge.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to The Ostlers
Alpacas graze in the neighbouring field and guests can feed them one guest said this made her daughter's entire holiday.
The wood-fired hot tub sits in the enclosed garden and is positioned to take full advantage of the rolling Cumbria countryside views.
Set on a real working farm with friendly animals on site. Hosts Helen and Tom are welcoming and happy to recommend local places to visit.
The lounge sits down a step from the kitchen and has a wood burner and Smart TV perfect for evenings in after a day outdoors.
Hadrian's Wall, Lanercost Priory and the Roman Army Museum are all within six miles of the cottage door.
The kitchen includes a Dolce Gusto coffee machine, air fryer, electric oven and hob everything you need to cook proper meals from scratch.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
The Ostlers is located near Brampton in Cumbria and is best reached by car. Private parking for two vehicles is available on site at the property.
The nearest railway station is Brampton (Cumbria) which is a short taxi ride from the cottage. Carlisle station is also within reach for those travelling on mainline services.
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Located 10.5 miles from your accommodation.
Postcode: CA8 1HN
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Postcode: CA8 1SJ
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Postcode: CA8 1LE
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