From Kate Winslet’s Surrey cottage in The Holiday to the titular manor in Saltburn, this year’s coveted winter destination is the English countryside. And no matter how much you manifest it, you’re probably not going to come across Jacob Elordi in the street and find yourself with an invitation to a sprawling English estate. But there's still hope for a Saltburn inspired trip.

Where was Saltburn filmed?

As for the house in Saltburn, a 127-room privately owned manor in Northamptonshire, it’s literally locked shut. Part of the confidential agreement to film there even guaranteed that no one involved in the production could disclose its name. (We did our research; it’s the Drayton House in Northamptonshire.) The house that became the Catton manor — home to Jacob Elordi as Felix, Rosamund Pike as Lady Elspeth Catton, Richard E. Grant as Sir James Catton, and Alison Oliver as Venetia — is just as iconic as its cast … and Barry Keoghan in that unforgettable bathtub scene.

While (I hope) what happened in Saltburn isn’t oft-repeated in these giant homes, the homes themselves are more abundant than you think. Classic English properties are the hallmark of a bygone era of British history — and, in part, a pretty grimy one. But you’re in luck. The legacy of British country houses has evolved from Downton Abbey and Bridgerton in the modern age. Many of these manors and mansions have been sold off from their cash-poor legacy families and transformed into hotels, resorts, and even schools.

Saltburn inspired trips

While a 6’5 heartthrob might not invite you to his family Northamptonshire home (though, never say never)...you can score an invite to these estates. That's if you’re a fan of the polo or if you travel in the right circles to be privy to their garden parties and art exhibitions. Many estates function as museums, opening their doors to the public and allowing guests to stroll through manicured gardens, explore historic rooms, and play pretend to the tune of “Murder on the Dancefloor.”

Still, the easiest way to achieve a Saltburn-inspired trip is to book a countryside stay at one of the manors-turned-hotels. These luxury getaways are filled with cozy creature comforts like fireplaces and bathtubs (Oliver would love that), classic British high-touch service, and fresh British favorites (if you haven’t come around on British food yet, you soon will).

So pack your sweaters and your wellies; the English countryside awaits! It’s time to plan a Saltburn-inspired trip. Here are some country getaways to add to your vacation bucket list for a Saltburn summer: