Stay At The Cottage From "The Holiday" To Make Your Life Feel Like A Movie

Even though the home is loved by fans all over the world, it never actually existed irl — the real cottage was only used for exterior shots while the interior was built in a Los Angeles soundstage. Small knew she had to take on this self-proclaimed passion project.

"I'm part of a lot of groups that just enjoy cozy things, no drama, a good book and cup of tea next to a nice-smelling candle," she says. That makes this project a no-brainer. "There's a lot of demand for idyllic mountain living. I source a lot of my materials from Europe because people want that vibe."

State and Season made a few changes to the original design, so that the cottage would be more modern and more comfortable for guests. They added extra bedrooms, so more than one person can stay at a time, and updated details like the tiny bathroom under the stairs and raising the windows to match modern building codes. Small also made sure the roof didn't look like it was sagging.

Even though everything is up-to-date, you still get the feeling of a centuries-old English cottage. There are plenty of wood-burning fireplaces, rugs, and British pottery to give you an escape from reality, at least for a little while.

You know we couldn't do a story on The Holiday cottage without spotlighting the kitchen! To make your English holiday experience more authentic, grab some chocolate-covered biscuits or Jaffa cakes to drink with your tea (you can also swing by your grocery store's international aisle for more ideas).

You can also check out our English recipes, English toffee, and cozy meals to bring with you on your stay, but no matter what kind of groceries you decide to bring, the home will have plenty of tea and mugs, books, and Christmas decor to make you feel both cozy and festive. We're booking our stay ASAP.