HBO's Heated Rivalry Cottage Opens for Airbnb Bookings

If you've been dreaming of visiting the romantic cottage from HBO's Heated Rivalry, your chance is finally here.

The Barlochan cottage on Lake Muskoka in Ontario, Canada, where the show's finale was filmed, is opening for four exclusive weekend bookings in May. Airbnb will offer stays on the weekends of May 8-10, 16-18, 22-24, and 29-31, with regular bookings to follow later this year.

Each weekend stay costs CAD$248.10 (about $155 USD) per night. The price is a clever nod to the jersey numbers of the show's main characters, Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, who wear 24 and 81 respectively.

Bookings open March 3 at 6 pm CET at airbnb.com/barlochancottage. Given the show's massive fanbase, these spots will likely fill up fast.

For those unfamiliar, Heated Rivalry became one of 2025's most talked about TV shows. Based on Rachel Reid's novel, it follows two rival hockey players navigating a secret romance, and the season finale set at this very cottage left fans wanting more.

The Ripple Effect

The show's impact on Ontario tourism has been immediate and impressive. After the cottage episode aired, Airbnb saw searches for stays in Muskoka jump 40% compared to before the finale.

This kind of TV-driven tourism isn't just fun for fans. It brings real economic benefits to local communities like Gravenhurst, the nearby town that serves as a hub for visitors exploring the region.

Guests who snag a booking can enjoy the cottage's private dock with lake access, a home gym, and stunning waterfront views. Just like in the show, the location offers complete privacy while staying close enough to town for supplies and exploring.

The show's stars even carried torches at the Winter Olympics in Milan, cementing Heated Rivalry's place as a genuine cultural phenomenon that's spreading beyond North America.

Whether you're a devoted fan or just love beautiful lakeside getaways, this is your chance to experience a piece of TV magic in real life.