The Heated Rivalry cottage is now available to book on Airbnb

Fans of Heated Rivalry can finally step inside the most iconic setting in the hockey romance.

Sun. Silence. Love confessions. A kitchen made for tuna melts at midnight. I am unwell about this in the best possible way.

The cottage that has completely hijacked my brain since TV series Heated Rivalry premiered in November 2025 is now officially bookable on Airbnb.

Yes. That cottage.

The off-the-grid retreat at the centre of the most emotionally devastating, slow-burning, rivalry-turned-lovers storyline of our time is opening its doors in real life. And I have never added something to my bucket list faster.

Welcome to cottage country

Windows in the bedroom of Barlochan Cottage in Torrance, located on Walkers Point on the west shore of Lake Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. The Heated Rivalry cottage — The floor-to-ceiling windows give every room a view. (Credit: Airbnb)

Tucked away in Muskoka, on Walkers Point along the west shore of Lake Muskoka in Canada‘s Ontario– a region famous for its lakeside cottage culture and A-list summer escapes – the three-bedroom Cottage is where Shane Hollander (Hudson Williams) and Ilya Rozanov (Connor Storrie) spend the finale episode of season one.

The Cottage sleeps six, with all three bedrooms featuring queen beds (yes, Shane lied to us). The main bedroom is the only one with an ensuite bathroom, but you already knew that; however, there are three bathrooms on the property.

Exterior of Barlochan Cottage in Torrance, located on Walkers Point on the west shore of Lake Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. The Heated Rivalry cottage — The property spans 117 metres of private waterfront. (Credit: Airbnb)

The property spans 117 metres of private waterfront, with classic Muskoka contrasts: rocky shoreline, a sandy beach with shallow entry and uninterrupted north-west exposure for those dramatic sunset scenes.

Outside, you’ll find Muskoka chairs facing the water, a BBQ patio, firepit and direct lake access via three kayaks and two canoes. You can boat out to the ‘Big 3’ Muskoka Lakes if you’re feeling adventurous, or simply sit there listening out for loons.

Inside, it’s all high ceilings and open-concept drama. The kitchen features a large island where you can absolutely recreate the show’s tuna melts and smoothie ritual – extra banana encouraged. There are oversized windows and walkout access through the Muskoka Room, plus a gas fireplace and a separate rec room downstairs with theatre chairs practically begging for ginger-ale-and-game nights that start playful and end a bit more heated.

Kitchen at Barlochan Cottage in Torrance, located on Walkers Point on the west shore of Lake Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. The Heated Rivalry cottage — Make tuna melts and smoothies throughout your stay. (Credit: Airbnb)

There’s also a private home gym. Because there is no universe where Shane doesn’t have a gym in his house.

There is something about this cottage that feels sacred to fans. Every corner feels like it holds a line of dialogue. Every countertop feels like it’s witnessed something.

It’s intimate. It’s secluded. It’s wrapped in snow in the winter and glistens in the sun in summer. And it’s now available for the rest of us to spiral over in person.

How to come to The Cottage this summer

Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams as Ilya Rozanov and Shane Hollander in Heated Rivalry in car on their way to the cottage — The Cottage is 30 minutes from Muskoka Airport and 90 minutes from Toronto Airport. (Credit: HBO Max)

You can book it on Airbnb, and I would suggest Australian fans get organised, because the internet has been feral about this show since it premiered in late November 2025.

Searches for stays in Muskoka have reportedly jumped by 40 per cent since the cottage first appeared on screen, which makes complete sense. We are in our pop-culture-pilgrimage era.

The bigger travel trend we’re all part of

This isn’t just about one cottage. We’re seeing a wave of travellers seeking out the places they’ve fallen for through books and screens – chasing quiet reconnection, cinematic nostalgia and that feeling of stepping inside a story that meant something to them.

It’s the same reason people visit filming locations, book heritage stays tied to their favourite series, or travel halfway across the world for a single, emotionally loaded setting. But this feels different.

Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams as Ilya Rozanov and Shane Hollander in Heated Rivalry — Travelling to filming locations is becoming increasingly popular. (Credit: HBO Max)

Because Heated Rivalry was never just about hockey. It’s about stolen time. Private spaces. A relationship that only felt safe in the margins – in hotel rooms, in quiet corners, in this exact kind of secluded escape.

The cottage isn’t the background. It’s a character. And now we get the chance to meet it.

Wellbeing means different things to different travellers. Here’s how to pick a hotel that gets it right for you.

The best wellness holidays aren’t necessarily spent wrapped in a spa robe. Sometimes they’re found around a dinner table in Cambodia, on a hiking trail in New Zealand or after finally beating jet lag on the other side of the world. The hotel you choose is what makes them happen.

1. Easy access to good food

meals from Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 — Taste delicious meals at Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20.

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It’s all an approach backed by partnerships with expert food creators such as Alfie Steiner, whose plant-forward recipes prove healthy food should never taste plain.

2. Better sleep options

Novotel Bali Ubud Resort room — Sleep deeply with Novotel.

There are few travel experiences more disappointing than arriving in a new country, determined to seize the day, only to fall asleep fully clothed by 3pm.

For Australian travellers, jet lag is often an unavoidable part of the journey. That’s one reason Novotel runs sleep-focused initiatives that help guests adjust quickly without compromising on health. We’re talking partnerships with Sydney-based sleep specialist Olivia Arezzolo, known for her advice on everything from better sleep habits to beating jet lag, alongside features like pillow menus, in-room yoga content and tailored sleep guidance.

The sooner you’re operating on local time, the sooner you can get back to more pressing matters – like deciding which spa treatment to book.

3. More ways to move

woman hiking around queenstown new zealand — Stay at Novotel Queenstown Lakeside and explore local hiking trails. (Credit: GettyI mages/ naruedom)

Every place in the world has its own way of getting you moving: whether that’s hiking up ice-bitten mountains before a sauna or gentle stretching by the pool before a facial. From fitness centres to spas, Novotel recognises that wellbeing rarely looks the same.

At Novotel Queenstown Lakeside, activity is inescapable. Here, hiking trails, ski fields, bungee jumps, and white-water rafting have made the region famous. The hotel’s location on the shores of Lake Wakatipu means less time spent organising yourself and more time out there experiencing them. To top it all off, you can book a private hot tub for the evening before heading back into the wilderness tomorrow.

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4. Better connections

Kids will love a stay at Novotel Sharm El Sheikh.

One of the best things about travel is that it gives your family stories you’ll be telling for years. Novotel helps create them with activities that bring everyone together, whether that’s trying something new, learning a local skill, or simply spending more time together.

Go for a distinctly Thai twist at Novotel Phuket Vintage Park, where many of the family activities draw on local culture. Kids can try everything from beginner Thai boxing and language lessons to umbrella painting and – a pastime beloved by children the world over – pool foam parties. Everyone is welcome to join in, whether that’s getting splashed, covered in paint, or simply watching their children discover a new side of Thailand during the dedicated Family & Kids Day.

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5. Location is everything

Surin Beach, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket, Thaiföld — Explore Phuket’s gorgeous beaches. (Credit: Bence Biczo)

Everyone’s idea of wellness looks a little different. With more than 600 hotels across 65 countries, Novotel gives guests the freedom to choose the destination that suits them best. Whether that’s a beachside escape in Phuket, an alpine expedition in Queenstown or a city break in Bangkok, there’s a good chance a Novotel isn’t far away.

All that’s left? Choosing your version of wellbeing.

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