Live out your rom-com dreams in this real-life replica of The Holiday cottage

This dreamy hideaway recreates the charm of The Holiday’s iconic cottage and proves rom-com magic isn’t just for Christmas.

If you’ve ever watched The Holiday and felt a pang of jealousy as Kate Winslet settled into her cosy English cottage, you’re not alone. For many of us, that snow-dusted stone hideaway became the blueprint for the perfect rom-com escape. Now, there’s a place in the mountains of north Georgia that brings that fantasy to life, and it’s so convincing you’ll swear you’ve stepped through the screen.

Welcome to The Holiday Cottage in Ellijay, a lovingly built replica of the film’s iconic home. Sitting on more than 2.5 hectares of peaceful farmland, it combines the charm of a Cotswolds cottage with the dramatic scenery of the Appalachian foothills.

Sleep next to a crackling fire in winter. (Image: David Cannon Photography)

And although it’s fully booked for Christmas (no surprise), this is very much a year-round kind of getaway. Think crackling fires in winter, wildflower walks in spring, long golden evenings in summer and apple-picking weekends in autumn. The next available dates are currently a lone night in March and a handful in April, which says everything about how quickly this place fills up. There’s always next Christmas (or the year after!)

The cottage sleeps six guests. (Image: David Cannon Photography)

The cottage sleeps six and has been designed with meticulous detail by award-winning studio State and Season Home Design and Supply. Inside, it channels that unmistakable rom-com warmth: timber beams, soft lighting, comfortable sofas you sink straight into and touches of lived-in character that make the whole space feel like a hug.

The interior channels that unmistakable rom-com warmth. (Image: David Cannon Photography)

Two king bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms provide space to spread out, while thoughtful finishes add a gentle luxury without losing the charm. It’s the kind of place where you instantly imagine yourself journalling by the fire, cooking slow dinners with friends or simply curling up with tea as the world goes by outside.

Enjoy long golden evenings outside in summer. (Image: David Cannon Photography)

Step outdoors and you’re surrounded by more than 2.5 hectares of private land, including your own trails for quiet morning walks. Beyond the property, Gilmer County delivers classic mountain-town appeal with state parks, waterfalls, wineries, horseback riding and apple orchards. Whether you prefer hiking adventures or low-key afternoons tasting local reds, you’ll find it all within a short drive. Ellijay’s small-town friendliness only adds to the magic, turning even a quick coffee run into something memorable.

The Holiday Cottage is a lovingly built replica of the film’s iconic home. (Image: David Cannon Photography)

For moments of pure relaxation, the cottage has a spa, hot tub and plenty of outdoor nooks to enjoy a glass of wine. There’s also wi-fi, heating, air-conditioning and a barbecue, blending comfort with countryside immersion. And at US$649 ($A1000) per night for up to six people, the value is better than you’d expect for a stay that feels plucked straight from a rom-com set. The only thing missing is Jude Law knocking on the door.

So, while you won’t snag a Christmas booking anytime soon, the real beauty of The Holiday Cottage is that it shines in every season. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to book the rom-com getaway of your life, this is it. Just don’t wait too long. Those dates won’t stay free for long.