Prince William and Kate are moving into Windsor’s historic Forest Lodge, an eight-bedroom home worth £16 million, covering renovation costs themselves without live-in staff or taxpayer burden.
Prince William and Kate Middleton are in the talks to move into Forest Lodge, an eight-bedroom property in Windsor, Great Park. They hope for it to be their 'forever Home'. The grade II listed residence offers amazing views across the park, and will become the permanent home for the couple and their kids: Georgia, Charlotte, and Louis. The Wales family is planning to stay in the house even after the coronation of Prince William.
The Forest Lodge will not have live in staff, unlike other royal residences. The couple is also taking the financial responsibility themselves by paying privately for the renovation work and the move in. There will be no additional cost to taxpayers.
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On the other hand, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Frogmore Cottage renovations were first funded by public before the repayment. The Wales family commits to covering all costs independently.
The planning applications were submitted in June, revealing internal and external renovations are already in progress. The Forest Lodge contains many original features, including stonework, plastic, cornices, vaulted ceilings, and marble fireplaces.
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The last major renovation of the Forest Lodge was done in 2001 at a cost of €1.5 million. it was valued at €5 million at the time. According to The Sun, the 328-year-old property could be worth around €16 million if placed on the open market, as of today. The freehold is owned by the king.
