King Charles' secret 17th-Century Cotswolds farmhouse he doesn't even live in

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King Charles' secret 17th-Century Cotswolds farmhouse he doesn't even live in

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A private sanctuary

Highgrove is also said to include a much more personal retreat. According to royal author Robert Hardman, a small private chapel is hidden within the grounds, used by the King for quiet reflection. After the death of Queen Elizabeth II, this space is believed to have offered him comfort and solitude.

Separate country escapes

While King Charles has owned Highgrove since 1980, Queen Camilla maintains her own nearby retreat at Ray Mill House, highlighting the couple’s shared love for countryside sanctuaries.