Prince Harry, 42, and Duchess Meghan, 45, have moved out of the main house and into a separate dwelling on the estate of a wealthy businessman in the exclusive Cotswolds area of England, according to Daily Mail. The family returned to the UK in August alongside their children, seven-year-old Prince Archie and five-year-old Princess Lilibet.
Initially after their return, the family stayed inside the main residence on the property. A source told the publication that the household has since transitioned to a distinct dwelling situated on the same grounds.
Connections to Military Charities and Highgrove Proximity
Prince Harry got to know the wealthy businessman through mutual involvement in charitable organizations supporting military personnel and veterans. The estate owner is reportedly very supportive of the Sussex family remaining on the property.
Royal expert Tom Sykes told Page Six in August that the couple had initiated a search for a UK home intended to sit close to Prince Harry’s father, King Charles, 77. Sykes noted that a friend of the prince indicated a house hunt focused on the Cotswolds near Highgrove, the private residence where the British monarch lives alongside Queen Camilla, 79. Prince Harry retains strong familiarity with that region.
Retention of the Montecito Estate
Despite establishing a temporary base in England, the family maintains ownership of their luxury property in Montecito, California. A source confirmed to Page Six in September that the American estate, valued at approximately 14.5 million dollars (roughly 134 million Norwegian kroner), has no one moving in, while people continue to take care of the property.
This is not the first time the couple has received help from a wealthy friend when settling in a new place. When they stepped back from royal duties and moved to the United States in 2020, media mogul Tyler Perry, 57, made his luxury villa in the Beverly Ridge Estates section of Beverly Hills available to them.
Prince Harry and Meghan Return to the United Kingdom
How long have Prince Harry and Meghan lived on the Cotswolds estate?
The family has resided on the property since returning to the United Kingdom in August, initially staying in the main house before moving into a separate dwelling on the grounds.
What is the status of the family’s California home?
The Montecito mansion, valued at roughly 134 million Norwegian kroner, remains retained by the couple while staff continues to take care of the property.
Where did the family live after stepping back from royal duties in 2020?
Upon moving to the United States, the couple resided in a Beverly Hills villa owned by media mogul Tyler Perry.
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