Jude Law shattered the illusion of his beloved Christmas classic The Holiday by revealing filming secrets during an appearance on BBC Radio 2.
The actor, 51, shared behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the 2006 festive favorite while chatting with host Zoe Ball and comedian Kerry Godliman on Friday.
In the film, Jude plays Graham, a widower who falls for Amanda, played by Cameron Diaz, after she swaps homes with Surrey-based journalist Iris, portrayed by Kate Winslet.
Speaking about the picturesque cottage where Diaz’s character holidays, Godliman asked: “Can you Airbnb that cottage?', to which the BBC broadcaster replied: “I think so”.
However, Law had a different answer to share and admitted: “That cottage doesn’t exist.
“So the director, she's a bit of a perfectionist, toured that whole area and didn't quite find the chocolate box cottage she was looking for.
“So she just hired a field and drew it and had someone build it. But here's the funny thing if you watch it.
“So, we were shooting in the winter here and every time I go in that door, we cut and we shot the interiors in LA about three months later.”
A shocked Ball exclaimed: "We don’t want to hear anymore. We can’t bear it," while Godliman chimed in: "That's very upsetting”, echoing listeners’ sentiments.
Looking apologetic, Law said in response: "Sorry, just burst the bubble."
Although Rosehill Cottage wasn’t real, filming took place in the picturesque Surrey villages of Shere and Godalming.
The design for the cottage was inspired by Honeysuckle Cottage in Holmbury St Mary, which hit the market in 2021 and is now available as an Airbnb.
After The Holiday premiered, Rosehill Cottage became an icon, with fans dubbing it the ultimate English Christmas dream home. Its snow-dusted exterior, cosy interiors featuring a roll-top bath, and a shabby-chic kitchen added to its charm.
In June, Law delighted fans as he revealed he’d be open to starring in a sequel to The Holiday.
Speaking at New York City’s Tribeca Festival, he told E! News at the time: "I love the idea."
While acknowledging the decision would rest with director and writer Nancy Meyers, he added, "Why not?"
