William and Kate become King Charles landlords as he appoints new hire at 'life-long' home
dailyrecord.co.ukThe King might have faced the unusual prospect of asking permission to hire a new gardener from his son and daughter-in-law, who are now his landlords for Highgrove House.His Royal Highness, Prince William, together with Catherine, the Princess of Wales, are reportedly set to receive close to £700,000 annually in rent from King Charles III.
The Duchy of Cornwall's massive £345 million property empire, including the 18th-century estate in Gloucestershire, has shifted to Prince William's stewardship.Despite the change in ownership, a source divulged that His Majesty intends to manage Highgrove himself and calls it his forever home."There is an understanding that the King will remain at Highgrove.
It's his home," the insider conveyed. READ MORE: King Charles' olive branch to Prince Andrew sends 'strong message' to William and Harry The source also hinted that King Charles anticipates spending increasingly more time at the residence. "Charles will spend more and more time there as time goes on.
He's recently appointed a new head gardener to give the grounds a new touch and will make improvements to the property as and when is required.", reports the Express.
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