With no plans to return to the UK, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have renounced their lease on Frogmore Cottage and now reside in a sizable mansion in Montecito with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have officially left the house, according to a report this week from Sir Michael Stevens, Keeper of the Privy Purse: “We can confirm that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have vacated Frogmore Cottage. The Duke and Duchess have reimbursed the Sovereign Grant for the costs associated with the renovation of Frogmore Cottage, leaving the Crown with a significantly improved asset.
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex packed their bags at the Windsor residence, but it was back in 2020 when they moved the majority of their belongings out of the house. This bittersweet moment was captured on camera while they were filming for their Netflix docuseries, Harry & Meghan.
As she and Harry selected priceless photos from their personal collection, the Duchess said, “It really gave us a chance to look back at our whole love story.”
The house naturally held a lot of magical memories since it was also where they raised their son Archie for the first time. They had imagined their future with Archie running around the garden and swimming in the Queen’s pond, Prince Harry said, adding that it was “very sad.”
In the Netflix documentary, happier moments at home were also shown, including Archie taking a bath and the couple unwinding in their rustic kitchen.
The Sussexes spent £2.4 million converting Frogmore Cottage into a four-bedroom house with a nursery before relocating there.
The installation of a “eco-boiler,” which provides limitless hot water and low-carbon heat, was one of Harry and Meghan’s extensive renovations, according to The Sun. The expensive technology, which is thought to have cost up to £50,000, would have had to be given up by the royals.
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What’s Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Montecito home like?
Meghan revealed they fell in love with the property right away in an interview with The Cut. “We did everything we could to get this house,” Meghan said to The Cut. “Because you enter and leave… Joy. then let out a breath. also peace. It’s therapeutic. You sense freedom.
And the subsequent peeks inside the house confirm that it truly is a haven!
The property has amazing amenities like a games room, tennis court, outdoor pool, and even a kid-only playground.
Their cozy living room is the ideal setting for storytime, and their rustic kitchen is ideal for family cooking.
The stunning home features Meghan’s favorite crystals, candles, and artwork, showcasing her talent for interior design.
