A new Hallmark Christmas movie is set to begin filming at the Biltmore Estate in January 2026, bringing another time-travel holiday love story to one of North Carolina’s most iconic landmarks.
Holland Roden and Niall Matter will star in the sequel to A Biltmore Christmas, which became a fan favorite during Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas.
The new film expands on the original’s magical premise while showcasing even more of the estate. Along with familiar locations such as the Winter Garden, Banquet Hall and Library, the sequel will feature Biltmore’s Rooftop, Pergola, Swimming Pool, Bowling Alley, Breakfast Room, Oak Sitting Room, Main Kitchen, Music Room, plus scenes at The Inn on Biltmore Estate, Antler Hill Village and Biltmore Winery.
Hallmark describes the story as a sweeping romance that begins on Christmas Eve 1895. Young Elizabeth befriends Michael after he is caught trespassing in the newly opened Biltmore House. Michael disappears suddenly, only to reappear 20 years later at a Christmas gala—triggering a reunion that bends time itself. A magical hourglass sends Elizabeth into the present day, where she and Michael grow close while hiding her true identity from his family…