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Sleep in a Royal Estate

The castles, country houses and Highland estates where Netflix's The Crown was filmed β€” and how to stay in them tonight.

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The Real Locations Behind The Crown

Netflix's The Crown has used hundreds of real British heritage properties to portray the life of Queen Elizabeth II. Buckingham Palace exterior and interiors were replaced by Lancaster House, Wentworth Woodhouse and ChΓ’teau de Wideville.

For Balmoral β€” the Royal Family's beloved Scottish estate β€” production used Ardverikie House on the banks of Loch Laggan, a Victorian Highland shooting lodge that you can rent exclusively for up to 20 guests.

Other key locations include the stunning Dunrobin Castle in Sutherland (used as a royal reception venue), Alnwick Castle in Northumberland (the exterior for Balmoral in early seasons), and Frogmore House at Windsor.

Scottish Highland Castle
Where It Was Filmed

The Crown's Key Filming Locations

In The Show Real Location Seasons Bookable?
Balmoral CastleArdverikie House, Loch Laggan, Scotland1–6βœ“ Exclusive hire
Balmoral (exterior)Alnwick Castle, Northumberland1–2βœ“ Hotel nearby
Buckingham PalaceLancaster House, London1–6Government venue
Sandringham HouseWentworth Woodhouse, Yorkshire1–4βœ“ Hotel stays
HolyroodhouseGosford House, East Lothian1–3Events only
Royal TrainBelmond Royal ScotsmanVariousβœ“ Book online
Dunrobin CastleDunrobin Castle, Sutherland, Scotland3–4βœ“ Estate cottages
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Stay in a Real Royal Estate

Every property below has a real connection to The Crown filming or the British Royal Family.

Ardverikie House
πŸ‘‘ The Crown's Balmoral
πŸ“ Loch Laggan, Scottish Highlands

Ardverikie House

The Victorian Highland shooting lodge used as Balmoral in every series of The Crown. Sleeps 20 exclusively. Remote lochside setting, with stag stalking, salmon fishing and breathtaking scenery. The full royal experience.

From Β£3,000/night
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Inverlochy Castle Hotel
πŸ”οΈ Royal Highlands
πŸ“ Fort William, Scottish Highlands

Inverlochy Castle Hotel

Victorian castle hotel at the foot of Ben Nevis, favoured by the British Royal Family. Queen Victoria stayed here in 1873 and described it as "one of the most beautiful and romantic places I have ever seen." Only 17 rooms.

From Β£400/night
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Wentworth Woodhouse
πŸ‘‘ Sandringham Stand-in
πŸ“ Rotherham, South Yorkshire

Wentworth Woodhouse

Europe's largest privately-owned house with the longest façade in England (606 feet). Used as Sandringham in The Crown. Now open for tours and exclusive stays. A true English palace in miniature.

From Β£200/night
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Royal Scotsman Train
πŸš‚ The Royal Train
πŸ“ Scotland, Nationwide

Belmond Royal Scotsman

Scotland's most luxurious train journey through the Highlands β€” the inspiration for the Royal Train shown in The Crown. Classic carriages with fine dining, a spa and observation car. Passes Loch Lomond, the Cairngorms, Inverness.

From Β£1,200/person
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Alnwick Castle
🏰 Harry Potter & The Crown
πŸ“ Alnwick, Northumberland

The Alnwick Garden Treehouse

Alnwick Castle was used as early-season Balmoral in The Crown and as Hogwarts in Harry Potter. The extraordinary treehouse restaurant nearby offers dining among the treetops. Stay in the nearby White Swan Hotel in the town centre.

From Β£150/night
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Dunrobin Castle
πŸ‘‘ Crown Filming Location
πŸ“ Golspie, Sutherland, Scotland

Dunrobin Castle Estate Cottages

Fairytale castle used in The Crown series 3 and 4 as a backdrop for royal Scottish scenes. The French chΓ’teau-style castle sits above formal gardens overlooking the North Sea. Self-catering estate cottages are available on the grounds.

From Β£200/night
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