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ARE you a TV and film buff who fancies staying at on-screen locations for your next break?

There are so many holiday rental properties across the UK where you do just that, and here are some of our favourites.

Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger walking together.
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The Harry Potter films were filmed over the UK and there's a place to rent in Suffolk to feel immersed in the universeCredit: Alamy

Whether you're a Potterhead, a Game of Thrones expert, a fan of TV dramas like Poldark, or obsessed with the Jurassic Park franchise, there's a property to suit everyone.

Book a holiday home to enjoy your break and watch your favourite film and TV scenes come to life.

These properties are all over the country, from Cornwall to Northumberland and Scotland, and these are the best ones to book now.

Harry Potter - De Vere House Room 2 Lady Elizabeth

De Vere House, a timber-framed building with orange and brown wood.
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You can rent a room in what was used as Harry Potter's childhood homeCredit: airbnb
Cozy room with fireplace, antique furniture, and stained-glass window.
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The exposed brick and fire creates a very cosy atmosphere in the houseCredit: airbnb
Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, and Rupert Grint in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2.
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Harry and Hermione visit the house in the penultimate filmCredit: Alamy

Harry Potter's childhood home is one of the most iconic locations from the Deathly Hallows, and is every Potterhead's dream.

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In the movie, Harry and Hermione stumble upon Potter cottage in Godric's Hollow during the Deathly Hallows: Part 1.

Based in Lavenham, Suffolk, which was the location of the fictional village Godric’s Hollow in the films, two guests can now rent a room in the house on

Inside, you can enjoy four poster beds and a traditional English breakfast. Make sure to spend time in a special guest sitting room where you can toast marshmallows and crumpets over the fire.

Game of Thrones - The Potter’s Cottage

Potter's Cottage, a stone building with a red door.
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Game of Throne fans will remember seeing this beautiful cottage in WinterfellCredit: National Trust / Mike Henton
Living room with wood-burning stove and comfortable seating.
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Luckily, the interior has been made up beautifully with a traditional finishCredit: National Trust / Mike Henton
Sansa, Jon Snow (in a wheelchair), and Arya Stark seated together.
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The National Trust Estate was the background to the city in the first seriesCredit: HBO

is a two-bedroom cottage on the Castle Ward Estate National Trust Estate in Northern Ireland, and used as a filming location for Game of Thrones

The cottage is located in the former farmyard that became Winterfell, the capital of the Kingdom of the North, in the very first series.

Up to four guests can stay in the cosy cottage, as well as two dogs. It's perfect for nature fans as it has Strangford Lough and miles of walking trails on its doorstep.

Key scenes from the TV drama are right on your doorstep too, from the Whispering Wood to the clock tower next door. Rates vary from £296, based on a two night stay in January.

The Nest - Cape Cove, Scotland

Aerial view of a modern house on a lochside in Scotland.
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The Scottish waterfront property was used in BBC drama The NestCredit: Alamy
Living room with fireplace and lake view.
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The glass front on the house makes it feel like you're on the water
Martin Compston, Sophie Rundle, and Mirren Mack from the Acorn TV series "The Nest."
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Martin Compston and Sophie Rundle were the owners of the house in the thrillerCredit: AP

The Nest was a hugely successful five-part BBC thriller starring Line of Duty's Martin Compston and Gentleman Jack actress Sophie Rundle.

But the real star of the show was the stunning waterfront home in Scotland. The glass front property in Argyll and Bute looks over the waters of Loch Long and the Firth of Clyde.

, the luxury home, that has won numerous architectural awards sleeps 10 overall and has five bedrooms.

Making the house even more fabulous, it has a gym, hot tub and outdoor shower, a state of the art BBQ and access to a private pebble beach.

Sex Education - Blistors Farm The Bull Pen

The Bull Pen cottage patio with stone patio furniture.
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Blisters Farm has a cabin finish and is surrounded by a mature gardenCredit: holidaycottages
Otis and Ola kissing in Sex Education season 2.
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Blisters Farm is the home of Otis' former girlfriend Ola in Sex EducationCredit: Netflix

One of the most interesting houses on Sex Education is the home of Otis' girlfriend turned best mate, Ola.

On the series, she and her dad, Jakob, live in a beautiful cabin-inspired home in the Forest of Dean.

The home, called , is available for up to nine guests and has a fun games room, open fire and hot tub. There's also a pub within walking distance and a shop just 100 yards

One happy guest shared in a review: "We had an excellent stay at this wonderfully quirky property. We felt like we were in a magical fairy tale."

Jurassic World - Cragside Garden Cottage, Northumberland

Cragside Garden Cottage and gardens overlooking a valley and village.
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Believe it or not, dinosaurs roam the estate in Jurassic World: Fallen KingdomCredit: National Trust / Rachel Poad
Kitchen and dining area in a cottage, featuring wooden furniture and garden views.
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The peaceful cottage is in the heart of a National Trust Estate in RothburyCredit: National Trust / Rachel Poad
Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard in Jurassic World.
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You'll have be treading in the footsteps of Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas HowardCredit: Alamy

While Jurassic World might be an American franchise, a lot of the film was actually filmed right here in the UK.

Fans will remember the huge Lockwood estate, where the heroes Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard, go to try and stop a genetically engineered dinosaur from being sold at auction.

The Hollywood blockbuster filmed in the Cragside Estate in Northumberland. While there won't be any dinosaurs roaming around, fans of the show are welcome to stay in the Cragside Garden Cottage and enjoy other film attractions

Around the cottage, guests will recognise the house, iron bridge and landscape from the film.

Guests can book to stay in with the National Trust. The cottage has two bedrooms from £405, based on a two night stay in January. A stay also gets you free access to the Cragside gardens, house and woodlands.

Poldark - Lostwithiel Manor

Lostwithiel Manor, a Grade II listed manor house.
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The ginormous property has been used for multiple shows including PoldarkCredit: Oliver’s Travels
Formal dining room in Lostwithiel Manor with a fireplace and a long table set for a meal.
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The manor gives off royal vibes with the enormous dining roomCredit: Oliver’s Travels
Scene from Poldark, featuring several people in period costume.
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Poldark has been filmed on the grounds as have many other showsCredit: BBC

This wildcard rental is The Lostwithiel Manor Estate that sits deep in the Cornish countryside, four miles from Lostwithiel.

It's a property perfect for a wedding, or special event due to its sprawling size.

Lostwithiel Manor that has been the filming location for so many shows from The Three Musketeers, My Cousin Rachel, Delicious starring Dawn French and of course, Poldark.

The nine-bedroom property has a library, gallery, a drawing room with a working fireplace, and a beautiful garden room.

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One guest said: "Fires and candles lit every morning. Flowers from the garden on the tables. Relaxed, attentive staff with a genuine love of the house and its history."

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