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fter years of royal scandal, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are settling into a more private life in California. The couple's Netflix show and lifestyle brand, As Ever, have given fans a glimpse into their personal space, but we're eager to learn more about their real estate portfolio. Let's take a look at the Sussexes' impressive collection of homes.
Their shared real-estate journey began with Nottingham Cottage, a modest 17th-century residence within Kensington Palace grounds. Harry occupied it as early as 2013, and Meghan moved in around their engagement in 2017. The cottage has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, making it surprisingly humble for royal digs. However, the couple eventually left the cottage in 2019 to make way for Princess Eugenie's family.
When they wanted a break from royal duties, Harry and Meghan escaped to their country crib in the Cotswolds. They leased a four-bedroom vacation home on the Great Tew Estate, which boasts a split-level kitchen and renovated dining room. The property has famous neighbors, including Victoria and David Beckham, but country living wasn't all relaxing for them – they faced a dramatic paparazzi battle.
Before welcoming son Archie, Queen Elizabeth II gifted the couple Frogmore Cottage in Windsor. This 10-bedroom stucco Georgian home had a major renovation to accommodate their growing family. However, Prince Charles asked Harry and Meghan to vacate the property in 2023, leaving it vacant.
After consciously uncoupling from the British monarchy, Harry and Meghan found their post-royal respite in Canada. They temporarily lived in Mille Fleurs, a mansion on Vancouver Island's North Saanich enclave. The luxe property boasts eight bedrooms, a wine room, and excellent waterfront views – but also attracted paparazzi attention.
The couple eventually settled in California, purchasing a mega-mansion in Montecito for $14.65 million. This Mediterranean-style manse has 16 bathrooms, nine bedrooms, and a two-bedroom guest house, plus special touches like a pool and teahouse. While we're still waiting for a full-blown home tour, the family of four seems happy with their California lifestyle.
But it looks like they're taking their real-estate portfolio international once again – allegedly purchasing a property in Portugal for $8.4 million. The country's Golden Visa program might be a strategic move, allowing Harry to gain access to Europe's visa-free Schengen area and potentially apply for dual citizenship.
