Dearest gentle reader…with Bridgerton Season 4 arriving on 29 January 2026, the ton is stirring, the anticipation is building, and it seems only right to elevate your binge-watching to a full Regency-inspired escape. Why settle for the sofa when you could be wandering a castle corridor, sipping afternoon tea under stained glass, or staring across sweeping landscapes that practically beg for a dramatic walk-and-talk?
Whether you’re channelling your inner Daphne, Kate, Penelope, or even that mysterious author, these four standout stays offer enough grandeur to make you feel like Netflix should be filming your life. House of Coco writer, Anji McGrandles handpicks where to check in, dress up, and live out your Bridgerton fantasy — minus the family drama.
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Our Top 4 Bridgerton-worthy Stays
A Castle Escape Fit for the Ton: Glenapp Castle
If Bridgerton were filmed on Scotland’s southwest coast, Glenapp Castle would be the location department’s first call. A 21-bedroom Relais & Châteaux escape wrapped in 110 acres of private estate, it’s the sort of place where you half expect a Duke to appear from behind a sculpted hedge.
Glenapp has mastered the art of quiet luxury: manicured lawns, hidden pathways, whisper-soft interiors and views that stretch all the way to Ailsa Craig and Northern Ireland. It’s scenic enough to make even Lady Whistledown put down her quill.
Guests can roam the glasshouses, wander the woodland or simply lean into the romance of it all with a long promenade worthy of any Bridgerton sibling. And if you want to go full aristocrat, Glenapp is also home to Scotland’s largest castle penthouse — the kind of suite where a proposal, a scandal, or both would absolutely happen.
The estate’s restaurant scene levelled up in 2025 with the launch of The Azalea, set inside a Victorian glasshouse and Bothy dating back to 1832. It’s refined, atmospheric, and exactly the sort of place Lady Danbury would insist on for dinner. Paired with the castle’s three-AA-Rosette private dining experience, Glenapp now stands firmly as a culinary destination — not just a beautiful face.
Where Cinematic Romance Comes to Life: Ellenborough Park
If you’ve ever paused Bridgerton to screenshot the interiors, welcome to Ellenborough Park — your IRL version of a Regency set. Perched on the edge of the Cotswolds, this 15th-century manor house blends aristocratic swagger with modern comfort in a way that feels dazzling without trying too hard.
The driveway alone sets the tone. Sweep up in your car and you’ll understand immediately why “carriage-door moment” is an actual aesthetic. Inside, think stone archways, grand staircases, manicured gardens, and interiors that feel straight out of an on-screen romance, but without anyone shouting “reset!” between takes.
Ellenborough Park nails the balance: historic without being dusty, elegant without being intimidating and cinematic without being kitschy. It’s perfect for a romantic escape, a cosy winter getaway or a girls’ weekend with serious main-character energy.
The afternoon tea is the real star. Nearly two centuries of tradition distilled into fine teas, soft scones, and patisserie perfection. It’s the kind of experience that makes you slow down, savour the moment, and pretend you’re awaiting a handwritten love note on embossed stationery.
Especially when travelling with a stylish four-legged companion, our Cocopup review of Ellenborough Park offers a closer look at this stately country retreat.
A Regency Romance Reimagined: Prestonfield House
Prestonfield House does not believe in minimalism. Good. This Edinburgh landmark goes all in on drama — velvet, candlelight, gilded details, and moody corners that look suspiciously like they’ve hosted a scandal or two.
Step inside and you’re immediately in “Regency theatre” mode. Drawing rooms glow, antiques line every surface, and the atmosphere feels one violin short of a full Bridgerton ball. Bedrooms continue the theme with rich fabrics, four-poster beds, and views over manicured lawns that make even a simple morning coffee feel cinematic.
Dining here is an experience all its own. Rhubarb, the estate’s restaurant, leans into theatrical flair — deep colours, atmospheric lighting, and dishes plated with the kind of precision that would make even Queen Charlotte nod in approval. The Gothic Tea House, tucked among rose gardens planted for Queen Elizabeth II’s 80th birthday, offers a quieter interlude. Afternoon tea there feels like a scene waiting to happen.
And yes, there’s a resident peacock roaming the grounds. Because why wouldn’t there be? Add in the estate’s bee hives, a fitting nod to one of Bridgerton’s most iconic plot points, and the whole place feels irresistibly on theme without trying too hard.
Should your Regency reverie extend to candlelit suppers, our round-up of Edinburgh’s most romantic restaurants is well worth a read.
A Romantic Country House Retreat: Farlam Hall
If you’re after Regency romance with a side of Michelin awards and stargazing, Farlam Hall should be on your list. Dating back to 1428, this country estate still carries the energy of its gentry origins, but now with seriously elevated dining and a sense of calm.
The grounds have gardens to wander, pathways to stroll, and a vegetable patch that hints at what’s to come in the kitchen. And what’s coming is good. At the Cedar Tree Restaurant, Chef Hrishikesh Desai delivers Michelin-starred, 4 AA Rosette cuisine with finesse. Every plate is a bit of theatre, minus the pretence.
After dinner, the cocktail bar mixes drinks using the hotel’s own batch gin, ideal for toasting new romances, old friendships, or simply your successful escape from the chaos of real life.
Then there’s the stargazing. Positioned on the edge of a Dark Sky Park, Farlam Hall offers telescopes and clear Cumbrian skies that make even the faintest constellations pop. This is where the most dramatic Bridgerton confessions would happen.
Bridgerton fans can head over to House of Coco for more inspiration.
All photography courtesy of Farlam Hall, Prestonfield House, Ellenborough Park, and Glenapp Castle.
