Prince Harry and Meghan Markle received Frogmore Cottage on the Windsor estate as a wedding present from the late Queen Elizabeth II.
It seems that Frogmore Cottage was not their preferred choice for a post-marriage residence, as the royal couple allegedly made an “inappropriate” request to live within Windsor Castle itself. At the time, only the late Queen and Prince Philip had private apartments in the castle, while others resided elsewhere on the estate.
In 2020, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepped down from royal duties, vacated Frogmore Cottage, and moved to the United States, where they purchased their current £11 million home shortly after their surprising decision. The Queen reportedly “politely but firmly suggested” that the couple reside in Frogmore Cottage instead of the castle.
Royal author and historian Hugo Vickers explained to The Times: “There are empty bedrooms and suites in the private apartments which the Sussexes may have had their eye on, or perhaps some former living quarters in the castle grounds converted into other things.” “But I can see how it might not be entirely appropriate to have a young family living there.”
Before deciding on Frogmore Cottage, other homes in Windsor were considered, including Adelaide Cottage, now occupied by the Prince and Princess of Wales and their children, who left in 2022 for a four-bedroom home in Windsor.
Earlier this year, rumours suggested that the Sussexes might be ready to leave their Montecito mansion, which features nine bedrooms, 16 bathrooms, a games room, a gym, tennis courts, and a tea house.
Property expert Jonathan Rolande told The Mirror UK why the royal couple should sell their current home: “One reason Harry and Meghan might be looking to move is to take advantage of the reported rise in value their mansion has accrued.” “According to some reports, the value of their home has soared by more than £10m since they moved in.
That’s entirely possible.” “But, like here, property markets in the US can rapidly change, so they might think this is the time to make their move and cash in,” he added. “As well as obviously being a stunning property the home also comes with the wow factor of once being owned by Harry and Meghan. For many this will be a huge selling point and can, itself, add to the value.”
It seems that Frogmore Cottage was not their preferred choice for a post-marriage residence, as the royal couple allegedly made an “inappropriate” request to live within Windsor Castle itself. At the time, only the late Queen and Prince Philip had private apartments in the castle, while others resided elsewhere on the estate.
In 2020, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepped down from royal duties, vacated Frogmore Cottage, and moved to the United States, where they purchased their current £11 million home shortly after their surprising decision. The Queen reportedly “politely but firmly suggested” that the couple reside in Frogmore Cottage instead of the castle.
Royal author and historian Hugo Vickers explained to The Times: “There are empty bedrooms and suites in the private apartments which the Sussexes may have had their eye on, or perhaps some former living quarters in the castle grounds converted into other things.” “But I can see how it might not be entirely appropriate to have a young family living there.”
Before deciding on Frogmore Cottage, other homes in Windsor were considered, including Adelaide Cottage, now occupied by the Prince and Princess of Wales and their children, who left in 2022 for a four-bedroom home in Windsor.
Earlier this year, rumours suggested that the Sussexes might be ready to leave their Montecito mansion, which features nine bedrooms, 16 bathrooms, a games room, a gym, tennis courts, and a tea house.
Property expert Jonathan Rolande told The Mirror UK why the royal couple should sell their current home: “One reason Harry and Meghan might be looking to move is to take advantage of the reported rise in value their mansion has accrued.” “According to some reports, the value of their home has soared by more than £10m since they moved in.
That’s entirely possible.” “But, like here, property markets in the US can rapidly change, so they might think this is the time to make their move and cash in,” he added. “As well as obviously being a stunning property the home also comes with the wow factor of once being owned by Harry and Meghan. For many this will be a huge selling point and can, itself, add to the value.”
