The Peak District gem that looks just like the village in the ‘The Holiday’

The village is perfect for Christmas walks (Image: Getty Images)

Settling down on the couch to enjoy a festive film is a cherished tradition for many during this season.

The Holiday, featuring Kate Winslet, , Jude Law and Jack Black, remains a festive favourite with its touching storyline and stunning settings.

The 2006 movie tells the story of Amanda Woods (Cameron Diaz) and Iris Simpkins (Kate Winslet), who exchange homes for the holidays.

Captivated audiences can’t stop falling in love with Iris’ quaint cottage, which seems like an ideal spot for a holiday getaway.

In the movie, Rosehill Cottage is tucked away in scenic countryside, boasting charming stone walls and the memorable roll-top bath tub, which proves too small for American Amanda’s liking.

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The Annual Christmas lights

The Annual Christmas lights bring all the festive feels (Image: Getty Images)

While most of the scenes set in were shot in Surrey, the itself is fictional and was actually a set constructed at a film studio.

The house was inspired by the real-life in Holmbury St Mary, which was once listed on but has since been taken down. Other scenes were filmed in the market town of Godalming and the village of Shere, among other locations in Surrey.

There’s a village in the Peak District that bears a striking resemblance to Iris’ home in The Holiday and makes for a perfect Christmas visit.

Castleton in the Peak District boasts delightful cottages that could rival Rosehill, reports .

The entire village of Castleton becomes a scene straight out of a festive film at Christmas, complete with quaint pubs perfect for a cosy winter’s evening.

One enchanted user, , couldn’t help but share a slice of this Christmas wonder, posting a video of the village set to the iconic soundtrack from ‘The Holiday’ and declaring: “Feels like #theHoliday”.

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Even if you’re not an fan of the movie, Castleton’s yuletide allure is undeniable. Come December, its transformed into a veritable winter wonderland.

Sparkling Christmas trees adorn shopfronts and houses painting picturesque scenes worthy of any Christmas card.

In this idyllic village, a visit to Santa’s grotto is a must before the big day arrives and you might even catch Father Christmas himself meandering through the streets, greeting locals and visitors alike.

Visitors could also be treated to a light dusting of snow, as the village of Castletooften enjoys an elevated position surrounding by breakthaking English countryside.

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