For those dreaming of a holiday experience that echoes the lifestyles of the rich and famous, several properties owned or frequented by celebrities are now available for rent. These estates offer a glimpse into celebrity living, ranging from royal residences to the vacation homes of music and film icons, though often come with a significant price tag.
In Wales, Llwynywermod, a farmhouse in Carmarthenshire, offers a taste of royal retreats. Purchased by the Duchy of Cornwall in 2007, it has served as a regular escape for King Charles III. Following his father's death, ownership of the three-bedroom property and its 192-acre estate passed to Prince William. Portions of the estate are now bookable, with the West Cottage, a 17th-century stone retreat sleeping four, available for approximately £250 to £400 per night, or £1,750 to £2,800 per week.
Comedian Alan Carr has opened up his Scottish Borders estate, Ayton Castle, for glamping. Following his win on 'Celebrity Traitors', Carr purchased the castle, which had an asking price of £3.25 million. Guests can stay in luxury bell tents set on the 160-acre grounds, an hour from Edinburgh. These furnished tents accommodate up to four guests and start from £140 per night. The estate also offers wellness activities, wildlife watching, and nature immersion.
Fans of the late pop star George Michael can book a stay at The Pool House at Mill Cottage in Goring-on-Thames. Situated on the grounds of his former Oxfordshire home, this riverside retreat sleeps up to four guests and is available on Airbnb from £360. The property features a heated outdoor pool, an open-plan living area with a fireplace, and is a short walk from the village and its train station.
Further afield, Sting and Trudie Styler's Tuscan estate, Villa Il Palagio, offers an opulent Italian getaway. The couple purchased the 900-acre 16th-century property in 1997, which includes a lake, guest houses, a swimming pool, and a converted chapel. The estate also features a vineyard producing organic wines. The main villa and guest houses are available to rent for events or holidays, with prices starting at £28,000 per night.
In Palm Springs, California, Leonardo DiCaprio's 432 Hermosa Estate is available for booking, with rates starting around $3,750 (£2,784) per night. This secluded 1.3-acre desert compound includes six bedrooms, a guest house, a swimming pool, tennis courts, a piano, a fireplace, and a cocktail bar. The area has a history as a celebrity enclave, with past and present residents including Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe, and Elvis Presley.
Keith Richards' beachfront retreat, Rocky Point, on Parrot Cay in the Turks and Caicos Islands, is also available. This three-bedroom villa is set within the Caribbean landscape and includes a private butler, water activities, and access to a wellness spa. Sleeping up to six, the property offers direct ocean access, a verandah, an outdoor sundeck, and a private infinity pool. Rates are available upon request but are reported to start from approximately $4,500 (£3,342) per night.