While Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, packed up their belongings and left a life at Frogmore Cottage behind for the rolling hills of Montecito, California, in 2020, the residence is reportedly being sought after by Prince Andrew following news he may have to give up his current home at Royal Lodge.
According to The Sun, the King’s brother, 65, is said to have requested to relocate to Frogmore Cottage on the Windsor estate as talks with Buckingham Palace officials continue following his controversial friendship with paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein.
HELLO! understands that Frogmore Cottage and Adelaide Cottage — where his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, has reportedly requested to move — were options offered to the royals several months ago.
### A Home for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex
Originally home to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex when they were newlyweds, the famous couple first moved into Frogmore Cottage in 2019. The late Queen Elizabeth II gifted the property to them following their marriage in 2018.
Despite Frogmore Cottage’s royal connection dating back to the 19th century, Harry and Meghan set about making the historic Grade-II listed building feel like home. Situated in Windsor Great Park, the house originally had 10 bedrooms. However, following the £2.4 million renovations carried out by the Duke and Duchess, the number of bedrooms was halved to five.
During their time at Frogmore, the couple welcomed their children, Archie Harrison, now 6, and Lilibet Diana, 4, before moving to America to start their new life.
### Inside Frogmore Cottage
The interior of the famous cottage was showcased on the couple’s Netflix series, with particular attention given to the country-style kitchen featuring massive marble countertops and elegant decor. The cottage reportedly includes five bedrooms, a kitchen, a living room, and a nursery.
Meghan brought a vibrant touch to the interiors by adding pops of colour through bold cushions and throws adorned with intricate patterns and designs.
### Beautiful Gardens and Scenic Surroundings
Perhaps just as stunning as the interior are the leafy green, sprawling exteriors of Frogmore Cottage. The gardens, frequently shown in the Netflix series and various photographs, are meticulously maintained, full of flowers and trees that ensure the royals’ privacy.
The outdoor space also features a charming wooden arbour seat. A visitor during one of Frogmore Estate’s rare open days told HELLO! that there is a special tribute in the garden to one of the family’s pets — a dog statue.
The cottage enjoys breathtaking views, situated in front of a large lake and the Grade-II listed Frogmore House, where Harry and Meghan hosted their wedding reception in May 2018.
### Harry’s Reflections on Frogmore Cottage
In his memoir, *Spare*, Harry reflected on their time at the property. He wrote:
> “Meg and I moved our office into Buckingham Palace. We also moved into a new home. Frogmore was ready. We loved that place. From the first minute, it felt as if we were destined to live there.”
He continued:
> “We couldn’t wait to wake up in the morning, go for a long walk in the gardens, check in with the swans — especially grumpy Steve. We met the Queen’s gardeners, got to know their names and the names of all the flowers. They were thrilled at how much we appreciated, and praised, their artistry.”
### The History Behind Frogmore Cottage
With a grand history, Frogmore Cottage was first built in 1860. It is located on the same estate as the Frogmore Mausoleums and the Royal Burial Ground — the final resting places of Queen Victoria, Prince Albert, and Edward VIII.
Before becoming known as the residence of Harry and Meghan, the cottage served as a retreat for Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, wife of King George III.
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Frogmore Cottage remains a significant royal home, rich with history and personal stories, and now, potentially, a new chapter awaits as it may soon accommodate Prince Andrew.
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