Sussexes’ California Dream Home: A Luxurious and Demanding Investment

After stepping back from royal duties in 2020, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex invested in a nine-bedroom mansion in California. This lavish home features a library, office, spa, gym, game room, wine cellar, and 16 bathrooms.

Their nine-bedroom mansion requires a lot of upkeep, according to a real estate professional

Situated on 5.4 acres, the estate offers stunning gardens, a tennis court, tea house, children’s cottage, pool, and a five-car garage. Maintaining this opulence demands significant effort and expense.

Eric Bramlett, a luxury real estate expert, highlighted the challenges of managing the $14 million Montecito mansion. It requires 10-15 full-time staff, including housekeepers, a house manager, chefs, groundsmen, and security. Operational costs, including utilities and maintenance, can reach hundreds of thousands annually.

We had a sneak peek inside their office during their Harry & Meghan documentary

Despite these expenses, the Sussexes are financially secure. Their combined net worth is estimated at £48 million, bolstered by deals with Netflix, Penguin Random House, and Spotify. Meghan’s previous acting career and Prince Harry’s inheritance from the Queen Mother and Princess Diana contribute to their wealth.

The couple and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, enjoy the property’s many amenities, including a playhouse in the garden.

The family often make the most of their large garden, and Prince Harry previously took Archie on a slip n slide