Duchess of Sussex's Reaction to Modest Home Reportedly Created Tension Within Palace Walls
Meghan Markle’s surprise at the modest size of Nottingham Cottage, her first home with Harry on the grounds of Kensington Palace, reportedly led to early tensions within the royal family.
In their Netflix documentary, Meghan candidly described the residence as "so small," despite its prestigious location. During a visit from Oprah Winfrey, she even joked that no one would believe how modest the home was.
However, according to royal author Tom Quinn’s new book, Yes Ma'am, Meghan’s initial discomfort over the cottage’s size became a point of contention. While Harry appeared indifferent, Meghan reportedly felt "belittled" by the accommodation, highlighting deeper issues about Harry’s role within the royal family.
Insiders suggested that Meghan soon realised Harry’s position was less central than that of his brother, William. This realisation is believed to have marked the beginning of the couple’s growing grievances with the royal institution, foreshadowing further tensions in the years that followed.
