Penthouse Retreat - 2 Bed Flat, Sleeps 4, Brampton
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🌟 Welcome to The Penthouse Apartment - The Retreat @ Souter Howe 🌟 Stay in the heart of historic Brampton, Cumbria! This charming 2-bedroom penthouse apartment sits on the top floor of a Grade II listed building, prominently overlooking the market square and Moot Hall. Perfect for couples or families, it features a double bedroom, twin room, and travel cot on request. Please note: the apartment is on the second floor with no lift access.
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Step into comfort and convenience in this bright, well-equipped apartment. Relax in the living room with its views over the town centre, or cook up a storm in the modern fully-fitted kitchen featuring: • Washing machine • Fridge freezer • Fan oven with induction hob • Microwave, toaster & kettle • Full set of crockery, pans & utensils Sleeping arrangements: • 🛏️ 1 Double bed in the master bedroom • 🛌 2 Single beds in the second bedroom • 👶 Travel cot and high chair available on request (bedding for cot not provided due to Airbnb regulations) The apartment is situated right in the heart of Brampton, a bustling Cumbrian market town. You’ll have cafés, pubs, restaurants, takeaways, and independent shops just steps from your door. It’s also the perfect base for exploring nearby attractions like: • Hadrian’s Wall & Talkin Tarn Country Park • Carlisle (just 10 minutes away) • The Lake District & Northumberland National Park Whether you’re here for history, walking, or just relaxing, The Penthouse is your perfect home away from home.
Other Details to Note
🚗 Parking Info • Free 2-hour parking in the market square (disc zone: Mon–Sat 8:30am–6pm) — we provide a disc in your welcome basket • Unrestricted street parking after 6pm and all day Sunday • Free long-stay parking within a 5-minute walk: • Union Lane Car Park, CA8 1BX • Showfield Car Park, CA8 1NY 🧼 Linen & Towels • Bed linens and towels provided • Cot bedding not included due to Airbnb regulations 🐾 Pets • Pets, we allow up to 2 well behaved small dogs – please message before booking 🚭 Smoking • Smoking allowed outside only 🎉 Events & Fireplaces • No parties or events • Fireplaces are decorative only and not for use
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Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
Family
- Board games
- Crib
- High chair
- Travel crib
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
Family
- Board games
- Crib
- High chair
- Travel crib
Entertainment
- Books
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Common
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Kitchen and dining
- Coffee
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Free street parking
Services
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
- Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure
Location features
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
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Neighborhood
Located on the edge of the North Pennines and just a short drive from the Scottish border, Brampton is a vibrant Cumbrian market town with a warm, welcoming feel and a rich sense of history. Whether you’re here for a countryside escape, a wedding celebration, or a stopover on your way north or south, Brampton is perfectly placed. 📍 Top Local Landmarks & Attractions: • Hadrian’s Wall – Just 2 miles away, with nearby sites like Birdoswald Roman Fort and Lanercost Priory • Talkin Tarn Country Park – A stunning glacial lake surrounded by woodland, perfect for walks, boating, and picnics • The Moot Hall – Historic octagonal building right in the town centre • St. Martin’s Church – Designed by Philip Webb with stained glass by Edward Burne-Jones • Gelt Woods – A local favourite for woodland walks along the River Gelt 💍 Popular Wedding Venues Nearby: • Gretna Green Famous Blacksmiths Shop (15 mins drive) • Skitby House (20 mins) • Kirklinton Hall & Gardens (25 mins) • Hidden River Cabins (25 mins drive) • Dalston Hall (30 mins drive) • Tullie House or Carlisle Cathedral (20 mins) • Farlam Hall (10 mins) 🛍️ Local Amenities in Brampton: • Independent shops, galleries, and a weekly market on Wednesdays • Several pubs, cafés and takeaways including: • The Howard Arms (great for Sunday roasts) • Mr Brown’s for coffee and cake • Charlies Bistro for evening dining • Co-op Supermarket, Post Office, pharmacy, gift shops and more • Brampton Golf Club – One of Cumbria’s most scenic courses • Banks Turret – A scenic Hadrian’s Wall stop just minutes away 🚗 Nearby Places to Explore: • Carlisle (20 mins) – Historic city with a castle, museum, cathedral and shops • Gretna Green (15 mins) – Unique wedding village and outlet shopping • Penrith & Ullswater (45 mins) – Gateway to the Lake District • Northumberland National Park (35 mins) – For scenic hikes and remote beauty • Hexham & Haltwhistle (30–40 mins) – Quaint towns full of character along Hadrian’s Wall 🚆 Transport Links: • Brampton (Cumbria) Station – Local train station just 1.5 miles from the town centre • Carlisle Station – Mainline services to Glasgow, Edinburgh, London • M6 & A69 – Easy access for road travellers heading north/south or east/west
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