The Forge's green wooden house at sunset, with a tiled roof and stone base, on the dehesa of El Molar, Madrid
El Molar · Sierra Norte de Madrid · 40.73° N, 3.61° W

A wooden house for doing nothing, overlooking the dehesa.

The Forge is both a silence retreat and a weekend rural house: rent the whole house, or bring your own tent or campervan, with miles of golden hills all around.

45 MIN FROM MADRID 2–5 GUESTS NO SIGNAL, PLENTY OF SILENCE
About us

Born from a personal experience of silence.

For years I lived in fast, demanding, noisy environments. Like many men, I learned to keep going without speaking up, without asking for help, without showing fragility. Over time, that inner silence became heavy — not because people were missing around me, but because there was no real space to stop, breathe, and simply be yourself without expectations.

The Forge is open to everyone. There are no guides or marked paths here: only silence, nature, and simple work. The Forge doesn't promise transformation — it offers space.

And, since this year, it also opens its doors: anyone looking for a weekend of fresh air, golden hills, and quiet nights can stay directly in the house.

"Nothing is promised. But something might happen."

01

A space of silence

A place where the noise of the world goes quiet and you can reconnect with yourself, with no program or method.

02

Retreat centre

Escape the routine and restore your spirit in a natural setting, among dehesa hills and open skies.

03

Rural tourism

Experience nature responsibly: rent the whole house, or bring your tent or campervan onto the land.

04

Rural training

Connection with the land and sustainable development, in a hands-on learning setting.

Coming soon
Direct booking

Two ways to stay for the weekend.

The house isn't rented out by the room — you book the whole property, or bring your own stay. No middlemen to check dates: message us on WhatsApp and we'll confirm availability directly.

The whole Forge house at sunset, on the dehesa of El Molar

The whole house

Up to 5 guests

The house isn't split up: you get it entirely for your group or family, with both floors, the living room, and the kitchen. The same stay listed on Booking.com, but booking directly gets you a better price.

Whole house 1 bathroom
€94 / night — fixed price, no surprises
Dehesa land at The Forge where you can pitch a tent

Tent pitch

Bring your own tent

A corner of the land to pitch your tent, with access to the house's bathroom and kitchen — without sharing the inside with anyone else.

Shared bathroom access On-site parking
€40 / night
Access and parking next to The Forge house, for campervans

Campervan pitch

Bring your campervan

Space on the land for your campervan, with access to the house's bathroom and kitchen — without sharing the inside with anyone else.

Shared bathroom access On-site parking
€50 / night
FAQ

Before you write to us, this might already answer it.

Where exactly is The Forge?

At Lugar La Dehesilla, El Molar (28710, Madrid), right in the Sierra Norte de Madrid, about 45 minutes north of Madrid city. Once your stay is confirmed, we send exact directions.

What types of accommodation do you offer?

Two options: rent the whole house (up to 5 guests, not split by room), or a pitch on the land for your own tent (€40/night) or campervan (€50/night).

How do I book?

Message us directly on WhatsApp at +34 634 11 63 57 with your dates. No middlemen, no commissions. Instant booking on Airbnb is coming soon.

What is there to do there?

There's no fixed program: rest, trails across the dehesa, and simple work. It also works as a silence retreat for those looking for one.

Is it suitable for groups or families?

Yes. The whole house is great for groups of friends or families of up to 6 people; the tent and campervan pitches suit anyone travelling with their own accommodation.

Contact & location

Get in touch with us.

Phone / WhatsApp+34 634 11 63 57
AddressLugar La Dehesilla, El Molar, 28710, Madrid

45 minutes north of Madrid, right in the Sierra Norte de Madrid. Once your stay is confirmed we send exact directions: the final track doesn't always show up correctly on GPS.

Rural house in El Molar, Madrid

The Forge combines a silence retreat and rural accommodation in one place in the Sierra Norte de Madrid, near El Molar, Guadalix de la Sierra, and San Agustín de Guadalix.

  • Weekend getaway near Madrid
  • Whole house (up to 5 guests), or a tent or campervan pitch
  • Nature, dehesa, and skies free of light pollution
  • Great for small groups, couples, or solo travellers