According to an expert, two key factors shaped Prince Harry and Meghan Markle‘s decision on their UK home. The news comes as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex reportedly establish a private, non-royal base in Britain. However, they continue to maintain their Montecito, California, residence in addition to their new UK base, reportedly in the Cotswolds.
Expert reveals why Prince Harry and Meghan Markle chose to rent a home in the Cotswolds area after returning to the UK
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle returned to the UK on Wednesday, August 26, and have spent the past week settling in. Joined by Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, the couple is reportedly searching for a permanent home in Britain. However, they have yet to purchase a property.
For now, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are allegedly renting a private abode outside of London. The decision may stem from their wish to keep their California mansion in Montecito. It could also reflect uncertainty over whether Britain will become their permanent base. Regardless, choosing where to rent in Britain was likely a complicated decision.
According to the Daily Express, the non-working royals would have weighed many factors, including how close the property is to Archie and Lilibet’s new school. However, the Sussexes would also have faced two considerations that most families do not. They would need to check whether they could easily secure the grounds. Safety while entering and leaving the property would be another key consideration.
Property expert Saif Derzi, founder of Property Buyers Today, said, “For a family with their level of public attention, it isn’t just about how impressive a property looks. They’d need to consider how easily the grounds can be secured and whether their movements could be easily monitored or predicted.”
Derzi further noted, “For Harry and Meghan, privacy is likely to be the most important priority when choosing a Cotswolds property. They’ll need somewhere that offers genuine seclusion, strong security potential, and enough space to give their family a sense of normality.”
