ROYAL fans can welcome in the new year in The Kings Suite at Belvoir Castle – which was used for filming the Netflix series, The Crown.
But you will have to be quick as there are just three nights in the suite available.
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The castle in Leicestershire has been used in all three seasons of the hit TV show to replicate Windsor Castle.
The Duke and Duchess of Rutland, (David, 60, and Emma Manners, 56) have teamed up with Airbnb to offer the suite on the home-sharing platform to raise money for charity.
Guests who want to make the most of it themselves will need to be quick – there are only three one-night stays available, which are on December 31, January 11 and January 25.
The three-room suite is designed with regal interior, and will be available for exclusive use by the guests.
After arriving, you will be treated with afternoon tea (which is thought to have originated at Belvoir Castle in 1840), followed by dinner in the State Dining Room.
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In the evening, a drinks reception will be held in The Library, which featured in The Crown.
It isn’t the only royal history the castle has – it also featured in the period drama film The Young Victoria.
Jeroen Merchiers, Airbnb managing director for EMEA, said: “Belvoir Castle is truly a gem of the English countryside, enticing locals and tourists alike to explore the grounds and steep themselves in its history.
“But never before have you been able to stay overnight in the The King’s Suite, so we’re delighted that the Duchess of Rutland has listed it on Airbnb for this fantastic opportunity.”
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The listing opens on December 20 at 1pm at www.airbnb.com/belvoircastle.
The room costs £300 for the night, with the proceeds going to Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People.
If you miss out, the good news is that you can stay in other rooms at the castle, as well as at some of the cottages and campsites on the grounds.
The castle and gardens open up to the public in March, starting from £18 per person.
Other filming locations for The Crown include Hatfield House in Hertfordshire and Waddeson Manor in Buckinghamshire.
Airbnb previously offered a palace that’s hosted Princess Diana for rent.
It’s also had Highclere Castle, which was featured on Downton Abbey on the site.
